Van L. Wegner

Van L. Wegner, 74, of Kankakee, IL passed away Friday, March 29, 2019 at the Manteno Veterans Home. He was born on May 19, 1944 in Kankakee, the son of Joseph Carl Wegner and Norma Ruth (Bleau) Wegner. Van served with distinction in the United States Army. Van was a member of the Amateur Radio Club which he enjoyed tremendously along with his favorite hobbies of camping, fishing, and playing pinochle. Van loved being outdoors and working in a vegetable garden and even created a garden at the Veterans Home where he lived. He worked as an electrician and lit up the world with his presence. Van most recently has tremendously enjoyed talking about "the good old days" with a dear friend he found again after years of separation. Van also enjoyed doing volunteer work for the Salvation Army and the Marine Toys for Tots Drive. Van is survived by one sister and brother in law, Lynn and Larry Bertrand of Tennessee; two brothers, Mark Wegner of Florida, and Timothy Wegner of Missouri; and one aunt, Theodora Brosseau of Kankakee, IL. Van was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Richard Wegner. There will be no visitation per Van's request. Cremation rites will be accorded with his remains to be put to rest at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL. He will have full military honors. Jensen Funeral Home is handling the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the National Association for Amateur Radio by calling 1-888-277-5289 or contact online at hq@arrl.org Please sign Van's guestbook at Jensenfunerahome.com