Alice Wegner

Alice Wegner, age 85, of Neillsville, WI died Tuesday, September 15, 2009 at St. Josephs Hospital in Marshfield, WI.Alice was born in Granton, WI on June 17, 1924 the daughter of Ewald and Josephine (Thur) Thiede.She was united in marriage to Clarence Wegner on August 30, 1942.Alice was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church in Globe and served as their organist for several years.She also worked as a bookkeeper for several places including the Wedges Creek Research Farm for five years, the Farmers Store for 10 years, the Clark County Highway Dept for 8 years and the Clark County Treasury Office for a few years.She enjoyed traveling to visit relatives in Alaska, Washington and Florida.Alice also enjoyed time up north fishing and spending time with her family, grandchildren and great grandchildren.Alice and Clarence were married for 53 years.Clarence died in 1995.Alice was a member of the United Church of Christ in Neillsville where she enjoyed being a part of their sewing circle and making cards.She is survived by a son, Wayne (Kathy) Wegner of Neillsville, a granddaughter, Carrie Ann (Chris) Manos of Green Bay, WI and a grandson, Bryan (Jill) Wegner of Neillsville and 4 great grandchildren; Brianna, Allison and Brady Wegner and Chase Manos.She is further survived by 3 sisters-in-law; Doris Struble of Neillsville, Norma Thiede of Minneapolis, MN and Vivian Thiede of Appleton, WI, several nieces and nephews including a very special niece; Roxanne.Alice was preceded in death by her husband; Clarence, a grandson, Bradley and an infant daughter.Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 17, 2009 at the United Church of Christ in Neillsville. Pastor James Mohr will officiate. Music will be provided by Eileen Zank, organist and Corrine Armitage, soloist. Interment will be in the Neillsville City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m., at the United Church of Christ.Honorary Casket Bearers are: Frank Pekol, Everett Dux.Casket Bearers are: Jim Hayes, Jim Ingold, Kerry Kirn, Eric Koula, Bob Ladd and Edward Volovsek.The Gesche Funeral Home is assisting Alices family with Funeral arrangements