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Henry "Hank" Wichmann Jr.

1939 - 2021

Henry "Hank" Wichmann Jr. obituary, 1939-2021, Fairbanks, AK

BORN

1939

DIED

2021

Henry Wichmann Obituary

Henry "Hank" Wichmann Jr. was born Sept. 14, 1939, in Bemidji, Minnesota, and died Dec. 14, 2021, in Fairbanks, Alaska, of natural causes. He was a Fairbanks resident for more than 40 years.
Henry was an accounting professor at the University of Alaska Fairbanks from 1986 to 2009. During the course of his distinguished and prolific career, he published many articles and papers and gave presentations throughout the nation and world. Dr. Wichmann received national research awards, including an Outstanding Researcher of the Year award. He was active at UAF and within the Fairbanks community, serving as member, chair or adviser to individuals, committees and organizations. Upon his retirement, he was honored with the title of professor emeritus.
Henry was a devout Christian and a loving and dedicated father and husband. He was a gentle, kind man who was a friend to everyone. He loved the Alaska outdoors and spent many wonderful days hunting, fishing and camping with his family and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Nilda Wichmann of Fairbanks; his daughter, Holly Wichmann of Fairbanks; and his son, Billy Wichmann of Fairbanks.
A celebration of life will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 28, at University Baptist Church, 1197 University Ave., officiated by Pastor Gary Cox.

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Published by Daily News-Miner on Dec. 27, 2021.

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Rita Heidkamp

January 2, 2022

So sorry for your loss. Many years ago I was required to take 4 semesters of accounting and was dreading it. Hank made it so much fun (well as fun as accounting can be!!) that by the end I was sad to not be taking more classes from him!

Sajid Khan

December 28, 2021

Hanks: U will be well missed. It was a pleasure to know U + your family....our first meeting will be the most defining moment of our family friendship. God Bless U + I'm always there for your family - be assured :)

Mary Short

December 28, 2021

I met Dr. Wichmann through his children Holly and Billy and wife Nilda. By way of them I realized what a nice man he must be. I am sorry for your loss.

Keri Smith

December 27, 2021

Dearest Nilda and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I greatly enjoyed working with you and Henry while I was at All Ways Caring. I'm thinking about you during this difficult time. Love, Keri

SG

December 26, 2021

Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one, may God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. (Psalms 46 :1)

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