- Winnipeg Free Press Passages
- All Titles
Search:
Notices are posted by 10 am Monday through Saturday
ADOLF EDGAR WESSENDORF
Born: Sep 02, 1928
Date of Passing: May 16, 2009
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryADOLF EDGAR WESSENDORF September 2, 1928 - May 16, 2009 It is with heavy hearts, that the family announces that after a brief illness, Adolf passed away at 80 years of age. Born in Hamburg, Germany, he immigrated to Canada in 1971. He met Margaret, his wife, while she was traveling throughout Europe. They married in 1969. Upon arriving in Winnipeg, he was employed within three days at the Fort Garry Hotel. In 1974, he started with the Winnipeg School Division #1, and for the last 23 years has been Head Caretaker at Queenston School. Next to his family, he loved gardening, the students and his gold Beetle. When asked why he was still working at his age, his reply was He loved watching plants and children grow. Adolf was predeceased by his parents Adolf and Lina; siblings, Rudy, Herbert and Ruth. He is survived by his wife Margaret; daughter Lisa (Darryl) Friesen; sons, Eric and Greg, and nephews, Claus and Peter in Hamburg. A memorial service celebrating Adolf's life will take place Saturday, May 23 at 4:00 p.m. in the chapel of Voyage Funeral Home, 220 Hespeler at Henderson Hwy. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Children's Heritage Fund of Winnipeg School Division. In Memory of Adolf Wessendorf Re: Queenston School, or a charity of your choice.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 23, 2009
Condolences & Memories (1 entries)
-
Adolf Wessendorf was the first senior person I ever met, even before my grandparents as a matter of fact. He was very nice. He was a ray of sunshine when I was feeling low, especially when my classes were not going well. I do miss him. Auf Wiedersehen, Adolf Wessendorf. I miss you so. - Posted by: Thomas Staples (Close acquaintance ) on: Sep 02, 2022