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HOWARD C. WIENER, III "Kerry"
Of Washington, DC passed peacefully on July 9, 2018 of complications from cancer. Son of Howard C. Wiener, Jr. and Evelyn Dunne Wiener, Kerry was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. He graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University and Duke University School of Law and served as an Air Force JAG in Washington and Turkey from 1973 to 1978. He became a Foreign Service Officer in 1978, and served with distinction in Washington, Bogota, Paris, Moscow, and Cairo, retiring in 2005. After retirement, he accompanied his wife on assignment to Istanbul, and later enjoyed being a docent at the National Museum of American History. Kerry is survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Sharon Anderholm Wiener; son Eric Christopher Wiener (Eleanor Smith); daughter Kristin Evelyn Wiener (Christopher Chuang); granddaughter Evelyn Frances Wiener; and sister Susan Wiener Roetcisoender (Robert). He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Mark. A kind and gentle soul, with a devilish sense of humor and time for all, he was loved, and will be missed, by everyone who knew him. There will be a celebration of his life for friends and family at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.
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Nancy Weidner
July 10, 2024
I know that my words arrive incredibly late but heartfelt nonetheless. Kerry was one of the first people I met at OWU. He was a kind and gentle friend throughout our years together and I loved him for that. One of my last memories of him was when he, myself, Jeannie and Karl Kuivinen were sitting on the lawn one spring afternoon when we discovered we all shared a birthday. We laughed about it then and it continues to warm my heart all these many years later.
Nancy Weidner
margaret dean
July 5, 2022
Today's Foreign Service would not be what it has become without Kerry's contribution to the creative process. In times of stress his quiet presence kept the team together. What a charming man.
Arnold and Clara Schiemann- [email protected]
October 15, 2021
Recently we were talking about you when we met in Bogotá. Me found a letter you sent to us from Paris and as I was searching the internet to look for you, we found this note. Our condolences and prayers to you. RIP. We are between Monterrey and Madrid.
Margaret Dean
July 5, 2021
I enjoyed working with Kerry so much; always one to help me keep my sanity, and enjoy a laugh.
Heather Townsend
August 5, 2018
Thank you, Kerry, for your endless kindness, patience, and tolerance of human foibles, and for so generously sharing your wisdom and humor. You were a generous and forbearing spirit always, and I will miss you. All my love and sympathy to you, Sharon, and to your entire family.
Deborah Jones
July 27, 2018
Sharon, my deepest sympathies to you and your children at this difficult time. Kerry's kind and generous spirit was legendary, as was his creative competence. You enjoyed a full life of wonderful adventures and service together. May you find comfort in your shared memories.
Laurence FLANNERY
July 21, 2018
Dear Sharon,
You and Kerry have been very special friends over the years, giving me support and care. I will never forget our times together here is Paris and in Washington.
I will always be here for you, with love and sympathy, Laurence
Bob Baldwin
July 18, 2018
Sharon,I'm so sorry to hear about Kerry's passing.He was a great all around guy.You and your family are always in my thoughts.
Cindy Kierscht
July 15, 2018
Sharon, I am so very sorry to hear about Kerry. Sending my deepest condolences to you and your family.
David Ranz
July 15, 2018
Sharon, I am so sorry to hear about Kerry's passing. My deepest condolences. May his memory be a blessing.
Kathy and Charlie Allegrone
July 15, 2018
Sharon, we were so sorry to hear about your loss. We always appreciated Kerry's kindness and graciousness. With deepest sympathy.
Catherine Barry
July 15, 2018
I was so sorry to learn of Kerry's passing. My deepest sympathy to the Wiener family.
Wieners & Syretts Dashur, Egypt 2002
Ann & Tony Syrett
July 15, 2018
Dear friend for life - with so many shared memories, you will always be with us. The world is less for losing your integrity, quiet strength and wit.
Scott Kilner
July 15, 2018
You're a good man, Kerry. See you on the other side.
Scott
Ann Korky
July 14, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mary Ann Fisher
July 13, 2018
My deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
July 13, 2018
Kerry was the voice of calm, reason and fun as we worked together in the Board of Examiners to redesign the Foreign Service selection process. His work stands as testimony to a wonderful person. margaret dean
July 13, 2018
Kerry is a great guy and a Wonderful Highlights Docent. We all shall miss him greatly. My prayers and thoughts go out to his family HE ALSO WAS A GREAT HIGHLIGHTS CHAIR.
DAYTON CREWS
Anne Hughes Smith
July 12, 2018
Kerry's was a life well-lived. May God bless and comfort your family at this difficult time. You are all in my prayers.
July 11, 2018
Sorry for your loss and grief; may the promise at John 6:40 give you comfort and peace.
RK
July 11, 2018
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1, 2
July 10, 2018
Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.
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