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John Wekerle Obituary

John Wekerle lll, of Los Angeles, blessed with 91 years of a life well- lived, passed on peacefully November 11, 2020 to join the love of his life, Esther. Born to John and Rose Wekerle, he and his 4 brothers were the first generation born in the US. He attended State Teacher's College in Buffalo, NY (SUNY), where he met Esther. He was a teacher by heart and profession, teaching in New York and Beverly Hills for 40 years. John was an avid collector, an electrician, a photographer, and loved singing, the ocean, and playing the violin. He was a friend to many and made regular donations to multiple organizations. John is survived by daughter Ann Anderson (Phil), granddaughters Dawn (Brian) and Kim (Chris), four great grandchildren, two great greats, brothers Alex and Dan. We will miss his laughter and wisdom. Those who knew John are asked to celebrate his life in their own way. Memorials preferred to kiva.org, John and Esther Wekerle Memorial Fund.

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Published by Los Angeles Times from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2020.

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Richard Grossman

July 29, 2025

I just came across this obituary. John was a dear human and a good friend. He was my first patient when I was a baby acupuncturist just starting clinical work. He will always be in my heart, and may his memory always be a blessing.

O Corletto

December 20, 2020

I found his Microphone on a yard sale with his name on it. I think this valuable belongs to a family member

Sandy Lechtick

November 23, 2020

While I knew him briefly and never heard him sing or play violin, , John made a big impression on me- especially while dating his daughter Ann. So many years ago but the smile and name stood out. Reminded me of a renaissance man.......and a fellow who raised a great family. Sandy Lechtick

Barb and Robert Palmer

November 23, 2020

Did not know John personally but his daughter and I shared family ..... he raised a beautiful daughter and that says many things about who he was as a father! Peace!

Steve Maxwell

November 21, 2020

Thank you for what you taught us. I have great memories of those classes. I remember making a nice cutting board with your help. RIP

Susie

November 20, 2020

Decades later, I have fond memories of Mr. Wekerle's wood shop class. The first and last time I made a jigsaw puzzle!

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