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Kenneth Wessner Obituary
Wessner
May 4, 1943-
October 31, 2012
Columbus, GA- Kenneth Wessner, 69, of Columbus, GA died Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at Vista Care at Franciscan Woods.
Graveside services will be held 1:00 PM Friday, November 2, 2012 at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery with Chaplain Maj. Charles Hamlin officiating according to McMullen Funeral Home 3874 Gentian Blvd. Columbus, GA 31907.
Mr. Wessner was born May 4, 1943 in Brooklyn, NY son of the late William and Mary Wallace Wessner. He was a U.S. Army Veteran having served in the Vietnam War. He later worked as a police officer for the Columbus Police Department and also owned Top Dogs Hotdogs. He was a member of St. Anne Catholic Church.
Survivors include his wife, Yvonne "Bonnie" Young Wessner of Columbus, GA, son, Kenny Wessner (Samantha) of Waverly Hall, GA, two daughters, Jeanette Wessner of Columbus, GA and Elizabeth Cain (Scott) of Midland, GA, brother, Bill Wessner of Tampa, FL, two sisters, Cathy Martinez and Susan Wessner both of White Deer, TX, and five grandchildren, Avian, Abiel, Lela, Kaylen, and Garrett.
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Avian Martel
January 15, 2023
I miss my grandpa. He was a good man.Somedays imagining him not here makes me cry.He went to be with Jesus 11yrs ago. I was 2 when he went.I´m 13 now and my birthday was today. I miss my grandpa (pawpaw)so much I can´t wait to see him in heaven love my dear sweet precious pawpaw.-Avian
Bitty
October 26, 2021
Words cannot describe how much you are missed!! I wish you were here!!!!!!! Leila is 11 and You have a four year old grandson, Isaac Thomas (he has your middle name) So many challenges that I have faced without you here. With every challenge, I try to maintain the strength that you always displayed-I´m no where near as tough as you were!!!! The years keep passing on...and it´s still tough without you. I miss your guidance, your phone calls, the way you could make people laugh/your presence in general. I just miss you daddy. I love you!!!!!!!!!
Elizabeth Cain
January 5, 2013
Our lives are so different now. Nothing is the same. Although I'm so thankful for our family, a vital part is missing. Our daddy. Leila and Avi miss you so much and talk about you every day. I have to draw paw-paw everyday on the magnadoodle. I miss you daddy....we all do.
Jeanette Wessner
January 4, 2013
Right now I'm wide awake daddy....I'm staring up at the ceiling wishing I could hear u checking if the doors are double locked....I miss all the sounds that u brought to the house and they are things I never thought I could miss such as your loud yawns lol....I miss walking by the living room when u slept on the couch and your head would pop up for a second or two and u would ask, "are u ok honey?" I said, "I'm fine daddy I just can't sleep tonight and u just said " I love u and I'm just checkin." Daddy u were the kind of man who loved deeper than most people knew and some never knew the softer side of u....the more time that passes makes me nervous because I think reality is finally catching up with me...I almost thought u were invincible during your sickness in many ways....so many close calls of losing u and I couldn't tolerate the thought of it so I dismissed those thoughts and just said, "he'll be back"....my way of coping i soppose....I'm so used to u worrying about me that the lack of u worrying about me makes me feel more lost than ever...I may be 36 but I'm always going to be your baby...I get that now with two girls...avian misses u and I hurt for her because u no longer suffer the carnal sadness we are left with....daddy this is so hard and I so wish I would have been able to stay by your side so much more....I regret so much but I cherish every thought of u because its all about my love for u...I never knew how powerful and strong u really were until u went to be with Jesus.....I see it clearly now...u were the strongest weakest man I've ever known.... U suffered more than most ever knew but u still helped others who needed u with legal advice and paperwork and in btwn helping them u yelled alot because u were hurting .....I remember hearing u pray all night for relief from God but in btwn u were also praying for your family....u are so wonderful and selfless that u wanted mom to put u on life support when the time came just so u could continue giving her a check from the VA to support her....we would never not let u go home to Jesus and be happy and pain free forever....I honor u tonight in the most humble and simple way I can and that's just me looking up at the ceiling longing to just bring u some apple juice or orange juice....even hot milk....u asked so little and all u ever wanted in life was your family near u....that was your paradise for some reason...I love u so much daddy...my heart hurts.
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Kaylen Wessner
December 30, 2012
My grandpa was a sweet man . He was always honest and so funny . I miss him everyday and I always will . Even though hes not here physically with me I know he never actually left . I love and miss him forever until I get to see him again .
Elizabeth Cain
December 29, 2012
I don't know where to begin. I think of you constantly. I miss your daily phone call and hearing you say I love you. I still can't listen to the voicemails I've saved on my phone. This life will last only so long, til we meet again. Soon. I love you and wait for me at the gates. My heart aches for you. Your baby girl...Bitty
Kenny Wessner
December 29, 2012
My father was the most giving of himself man that I have ever known. He was a great provider for his family, he was the disciplinarian that we all needed, he was not as expressive with words about his feelings but his actions verified his devotion and love for his family time and time again. He was the greatest man I ever had the pleasure to know and I will miss him until we are reunited in God's glorious kingdom.
Yvonne (Bonnie) Wessner
December 29, 2012
Ken was my hero. A good man and the kind you rarely find in this day and age. He stood strong for the right and what was fair. He helped people any time they needed him. He made sacrifices for his family and friends and extended family, even people he did not know. He worked tirelessly for 7 years to obtain a parole for his brother and duty and family came first, way before thinking of anything he might want to do for himself. He never had anything material, only had 1 new car in his life, but he made sure that his wife,children, and family members that he felt responsible for had everything he could give them. He would have laid down his life for any of us. He had a good sense of humor, was witty, and could make you laugh till you cried. He had a big presence and a big personality (never!!! Dull). He was a take charge man and tried to do everything for everybody when he was in his healthier days...he even fuel our vehicles for us. As his wife I never doubted that I had first place in his life, never doubted his loyalty, fidelity, or his love.
Most important of all, jesus was his lord and savior and god gave him many dreams and visions from the time he was saved (on his birthday) may 4, 2007. This was after his heart surgery in 2007. He even preached a few sermons before he got sicker. I'm sure there was good mixed with bad in the 45 years we were married, but I can't remember anything but good. He was and is my beloved and I miss him. My only comfort is that he is having a great time with Jesus in heaven and he is not suffering anymore, nor is he in pain. He made it home!!!!!! I will see him again soon,
jeanette Wessner
December 29, 2012
Daddy, I kept your cologne as if it was worth millions...it's actually priceless to me because when I close my eyes and smell it I instantly sense u and I imagine u are getting ready to go eat somewhere with mom...I miss u so much that my eyes hurt looking toward the sky just hoping to catch a glimpse of u through the clouds...I will never give up hope that I may see u before my time but if it takes awhile then I will be ok...u will see me again and I will embrace u like I should have done in this lifetime more often...I adore u, I love u beyond words.
Cathy Martinez, Bill Wessner, Susan Wessner, Ken Wessner
December 29, 2012
The Wessners
December 29, 2012
Dad in Vietnam
Ken Wessner
December 29, 2012
christy noullet
December 28, 2012
I love you guys.
My handsome Dad
Elizabeth Cain
December 28, 2012
Elizabeth Wessner Cain
Gil and Brenda Gilkey
November 10, 2012
Bonnie and Family,
We have just returned from out of town and learned of Ken's passing and are so saddened. Ken was a good friend and our hearts and prayers are with all of you in your sorrow. May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand and cover you with His love, mercy, comfort and peace.
Ed DiGirolomo
November 8, 2012
Ken was one of the very few persons I tried to keep in touch with whenever I went to Columbus to visit my parents. My deepest condolences to Bonnie and family on this loss. I always saw Ken as "real" person with a great sense of humor. So that "better place" where all the good folks go, just got a little better.
November 3, 2012
So sorry to hear of the loss of Kenny Wessner. He was a very nice classmate and friend from Baker '61. Again, my deepest sympathies. Sincerely, Barbara (Brooks) Lindgren
Tom Plock
November 2, 2012
My prayers are with Ken's family. I remember Ken working the permenant evening shift at the Columbus Police Dept. back in the late 70's. Always a professional and a nice man.
Eva Vest
November 2, 2012
My deepest sympathies are with you. I know how hard it is to have to part with a loved one. My prayers are with you. If there is anything I can do for you please let me know. I am just across the street.
Laura Donaldson
November 2, 2012
God bless you and your family. The Lord promises to send the comforter. Our prayers are with you all.
November 2, 2012
Our thoughts are with your family. We send our deepest sympathies.
Laurie Hice and Lauren Goins
Jack and Jean Kaeserman/Wallace
November 2, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Wessner family. We remember Ken from high school and we graduated with Cathy in 1963. I'm so sorry to hear of your loss, Cathy, hang on to those precious memories of your brother.
The McMullen Family and the Staff of McMullen Funeral Home
November 2, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Robert Major
November 1, 2012
Bonnie you and your family are in our prayers during this hard time. Ken is at home with the LORD and no more sickness. He was a good man and loved you all so much. We will all miss him. God Bless
Billy and Jane Waldrop
November 1, 2012
Our deepest sympathy goes to the Wessner family. We have known Ken since high school and were privileged to spend some quality time with him at our 50th reunion last October. He was a good friend and we will miss him greatly.
Cynthia Pippin Elmgreen
November 1, 2012
My sympathies to the family at this time. May God bless the family.
BHS'65 - Cynthia Elmgreen
Marlene Carr Lantzer BHS'75
November 1, 2012
Rest in peace. God bless your family, friends and classmates.
Ismael (Ish) Nazario
November 1, 2012
To Bonnie and Fa.
I think that you know how I felt about Ken. I loved him like a brother. We have been friends since the 9th grade at Baker High and did so many things together. You and all of the family are in my prayers. May God Bless his soul.
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