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Collene Lynette Wengerd Ness
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Born, along with her twin sister, on April 7, 1956 in LaGrange, IN. to Jacob M. and Sarah Marie Wengerd. The family moved to the Sarasota Bradenton area in 1958 where they have since resided.
After attending local elementary schools and Southeast High, Collene married and started a family. She began working in her dad's cabinet shop, mastering the woodworking skills and using them further throughout the years.
Somewhere, between raising a family and working, she found a little time for herself and discovered her love and talent for the game of Pool. She excelled in the game, joined teams and played tournaments both local and out of town landing a State and Regional Championships.
Eventually purchasing the old homestead, she transformed it into a business called "Sea Breeze Pottery" where she and Rodger began designing and installing fountains and selling pottery.
Things changed quickly when her 3 young granddaughters came to live with her. Putting everything else aside, they have been her priority for the last 20+ years.
Collene will be missed by all of us under one of these titles- Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Aunt, Niece, Cousin, Partner & Friend-but our healing comes with knowing she is pain free and rejoicing with the ones gone on before.
Collene is survived by her Partner in Life, Rodger Berner, 2 Sons, Shane Ness & Tony Ness, 6 Grandchildren, Justin Ness, Chanelle Robinson, Bronson Ness, Jasmine Ness, Shayna Ness & Taylor Ness, 2 Sisters Cindy Weade & Carolyn Wills and preceded in death by a Sister, Audrey Wengerd & Parents Jacob M. & Sarah Marie Wengerd.
A Celebration of Life will be held at:
Ellwood Park Baptist Church
3516 - 45th St. E. Bradenton, Fl. 34208
Saturday, July 22, at 11:00 A.M.
Rev: Tony Hayden officiating
Lunch will be served in the Fellowship Hall following the service.
Further visiting and reminiscing throughout the afternoon will be at
Cindy's home - 2311 - 50th Blvd. E. Bradenton, FL. 34208
All are welcome.
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Cricket
July 6, 2025
I miss my friend, Love you honey, see you when I see ya.
Christine Waldron
July 7, 2024
How generous she was with,her friendlyness, compassion and really her soul.
Mary Hughes (Bradford)
August 2, 2023
I'm sorry to hear of Collene's passing. RIP my high school classmate.
Pamela Garcia
July 19, 2023
I met Collene in 1987 she became a caring friend. Before a friend she trained me to be a laminator and she dedicated her time by showing me how to corrrectly do the process as she was taught. I hate time got away and know that my deepest heart felt sympathy goes out to family
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Cricket Waldron
July 18, 2023
Bob and I are so very sorry for you and your family. We have not been in touch for a few years, but Collene was our friend, and had many good times together. We'll keep you and your family in our thoughts and hearts., sincerely,Bob and Cricket Waldron
Carolyn Smith
July 17, 2023
Carolyn Smith
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Carolyn Smith
July 17, 2023
I´ve known Colleen for over 40 years. My heart is broken. Her last words in a message was she loved me and her friends and she would see me on the other side. Yes Colleen, I will see you again.
Martha Kelley Marshall
July 15, 2023
My Prayers and Sincerest Condolences.
Kim Herman
July 15, 2023
Just wanted to say so sorry to hear of her passing. I knew her through the pool league team we were on together at Katies Bar and Grill.Have to say she was so sweet and kind of a person not to mention she played the game very well! My condolences to her family and friends. She will be missed for sure.
Laura Stevens
July 13, 2023
Laura Stevens
July 13, 2023
Laura Stevens
July 13, 2023
It was an honor and a privilege to be Collene's friend and teammate for so many years. We had so much fun, laughing, kicking butt and taking names. The only all women's team to take first place Florida State championship- playing against men! Katies Ladies also took 6th-7th place in Las Vegas International VNEA Tournament against over 300 teams. Our opponents learned quickly that the beautiful, soft spoken little lady with the big smile was a fierce talented tigress with a pool cue. She was brave beyond words and I will miss her so much. I am grateful to have had a chance to reconnect and I will treasure the visits to my silly little parties and the Facebook chats. Collene, give Mag a big hug from me and I will see you Ladies again one day, we'll rack some balls again - like the old days. Love and miss you sweetheart. My sincere condolences to all her family, may the knowledge that so many share your loss bring you some comfort during this difficult time
Carolyn Full Stone
July 13, 2023
Collene was one of my best friends in middle school and high school. We had a lot of shenanigans and fun together. Lost touch thru the years and reconnected on FB and hoped to meet up someday. It will be heaven now when we meet again. Prayers for her family.
Peggy Monteith
July 13, 2023
My condolences go out to the family, so sorry for your loss. Hold on to the memories.
Donna Williams
July 13, 2023
I have such wonderful memories of the times I spent with Collene and this just breaks my heart! My sincere condolences to the family! She will always be in my heart!
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