Theodore R. Wenger M.D.

WENGER - Theodore R., M.D., 84, died October 6, 2009. Dr. Wenger was the son of Clarence R. and Elsie A. Wenger, born in Mounds, OK, on April 3, 1925. He served in Korea as a Captain in the Army Medical Corp. He received his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma, College of Medicine and practiced anesthesiology in Tulsa until his retirement. Dr. Wenger was preceded in death in 2005, by his wife of 56 years, Marjorie Brown Wenger. He is survived by: 3 daughters and their husbands: Susan Steinmeyer and Jack of Tulsa, Melanie Sears and Michael of Alexandria, VA, Lisa Budnick and Joseph of Savannah, GA; and 5 grandchildren, Elizabeth Jarke, Zach Budnick, Jake Budnick, Quinn Sears, Julia Sears, and extended family. Dr. Wenger was a man of great humor, many interests, and a generous spirit. He was a compassionate physician, a loyal friend, and a gentleman. As a lifelong learner who loved new challenges, Ted was an accomplished artist, talented musician, and an avid gardener. He was a steadfast, adoring husband, father, and grandfather who will be cherished forever. He was a longtime member of Trinity Episcopal Church. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 10, at Trinity Episcopal Church. In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to your favorite charity or The Iron Gate Ministry at 501 S. Cincinnati, Tulsa, OK 74103. V IEW AND SIGN THE ONLINE GUEST BOOK : www.legacy.com/tulsaworld