Died Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at Methodist Fremont Health
Vic was born December 4, 1925 to Gustav and Anna 'Hipke' Wennstedt, and was one of 8 children. He received his schooling in Fremont and graduated from Fremont High School in 1943, lettering in football, basketball, and track. Upon graduation he enlisted in the U. S. Navy. Vic was a signalman for the Navy, spending time in New Guinea, Philippines, Japan, Hawaii and the Marshall Islands. He was honorably discharged after serving 3 years.
Upon returning from his service in WWII Vic married Betty Thompson on November 24, 1946. To this marriage 3 children were born David and twins Barbara and Brenda. Vic enjoyed camping, traveling, and watching his children's, grandkids and great grandchildren's sporting events. In his earlier years Vic worked for Fremont Union Transfer Co., Hipke Cleaners and the U.S. Postal service for 33 years. Upon retirement he then volunteered at the Low Income Ministry for 20 years.
Vic is survived by 3 children and spouses: David(Phyllis) Wennstedt of Omaha, Brenda (Bob) Hemje of Grand Island, and Barbara(Norm) Keimig of White Bear, Minnesota; 8 grandchildren, and 19 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Betty on December 1, 2018, parents, and all of his brothers and sisters.
The funeral service will be 10am, Saturday, October 5 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Burial is in Ridge Cemetery with Military Honors by the Fremont Honor Guard. A luncheon will follow the burial in the fellowship hall of the Fremont Presbyterian Church. Visitation will be one hour before the service at the funeral home. Memorials are suggested to the Fremont Presbyterian Church or Low Income Ministry.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(4)
Linda Lippincott
Sun City, AZ Saturday, October 5, 2019 I am sorry to hear about Vic. Marvin and I lived across the street from your parents and they were a wonderful couple. You are in my prayers. Linda LippincottDONALD DICKMEYER
OMAHA, NE Saturday, October 5, 2019 Family of Vic, I went to work at the post office in 1966 and considered Vic as my mentor. He never had a bad word for anyone. When I became a carrier of mail,we saw less of each other. When he retired,we lost track of one another. He was one of the nicest people I have ever met.Kathy Spicer
Ames, NE Saturday, October 5, 2019 Dear Wennstedt Family -You Dad & Mom were a tremendous blessing to my family during the many years that they volunteered at Low Income Ministry. They both always had a kind word & a smile to offer. I am forever grateful for their caring hearts.
Praying for your family during this difficult time. May you be covered by the Father’s peace & comfort.
Richard & Beverly Holmen
Fremont, NE Wednesday, October 2, 2019 You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We met your Mom and Dad when we moved to Nye Square and would occasionally share a lunch table with them. In recent weeks we have again shared the lunch table with your father. He had a dry wit and was a pleasure to be with. We prayed together before our meal and he wanted to be at this table at noon. The help knew exactly what he wanted to begin his meal with and were there to encourage him. He will be missed!!