He was married to Mary Alice Walton, and they later divorced. Then on August 12, 1972 he was married to Leanne Wollesen in Genoa, Nebraska. Fremont has been their home. He owned and operated Sax's Pizza in Fremont for 22 years, and went into partnership with his cousin Dennis Williams in San Anna's Pizza/Mexican
in Fremont for several years. In later years, he did some work for Dave Greenfield at the Upholstery Showcase.
He was a member of First Lutheran Church.
His survivors: wife - Leanne
2 sons - Shane Biesecker of Concord, Calif.
Cole Biesecker of Davenport, Iowa
grandson - Cody Biesecker of Santa Barbara, Calif.
sister - Marlene Bailey of Texas
nieces - Mendi and husband Eric Reents of Fremont
Mardi and husband Pat Rawlings of Omaha
many other nieces and nephews
great nieces and nephews - Brittney, Ashley, Courtney, and
Tyler, Haylie, Dalton, Lauren, Alexis
mother-in-law - Glenda Hiemer of Genoa
sisters-in-law - Cathy and husband Norm Hoadley of Columbus
Pam and husband Tom Ramaekers of Genoa
brothers-in-law - Garald and wife Deb Wollesen of Omaha
Keith Wollesen of Genoa
He was preceded in death by his mother Betty, father Edwin, stepmother Carolyn, and father-in-law Harley Hiemer.
The funeral service will be 1 PM Friday (May 28, 2010) at the First Lutheran Church (3200 E. Military) in Fremont with the Rev. Charlie Axness officiating. The committal will follow in Ridge Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to First Lutheran Church and to the Dodge County Humane Society.
Visitation will be at the Ludvigsen Mortuary, Fremont, on Thursday (May 27th) from 2 to 8 PM, with the family receiving friends from 6 to 8 PM.
Online condolences at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(25)
Reed, Mary(Sebade),Heather &,Bethannie Christensen
Whittington, IL Friday, June 4, 2010 Dear Leanne(Wally), Our youngest daughter told us about Sack. My first words were he was my best boss ever. The girls remember having you cut their hair and then going to Sax's for lunch. Reed and I remember both of you being so wonderful. I remember how I loved working at the bar and just what everyone else has written. He was an extra special person and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers to you and both of the boys. Love, Reed, Mary, Heather and BethannieConnie Koziol Pavel
Lincoln, NE Tuesday, June 1, 2010 Leanne: My thoughts and prayers are with you. It has been a long time since I have seen you and Al. Call me some time when you are up to some conversation. I did not hear about his passing until this weekend so sorry I missed the funeral.Jan Chase-Nelson
Fremont, Ne Sunday, May 30, 2010 We are so sorry to hear about Al. We are on vacation, but June forwarded this link to me. As you know Al worked for my dad at Randall's for many years and was also a great friend of my family's as were his parents. He always had a smile and a hello for everyone and that is a good way to be remembered.Dan and LeeAnn Kingry
Fremont, Friday, May 28, 2010 To all of the family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.Tim and Mary Yokley
Genoa, NE Friday, May 28, 2010 Leanne, sorry for your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. Someday we will know the answers to all questions. That's why we Christians believe and find comfort in that. May he rest in peace.Bob and Corinne Andreasen
Merna, NE Thursday, May 27, 2010 Al was a great guy. We always enjoyed talking to him at family gatherings. It's too bad they were so few and far between. Cherish the memories, we know there are many. Leanne, our thoughts and prayers are with you.Steve , Renee Wessel and family
lincoln,, NE Thursday, May 27, 2010 We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Cherish all the memories and All our prayers are with you Leanne and Cole. May God Bless you and guide you through this difficult time Steve, Renee and FamilyKelly and Angela Olson
Fremont, NE Thursday, May 27, 2010 I am sorry to hear of his passing. I worked with him for years at San Anna's and he was always a great guy. Even years after, whenever I saw him he was always nice and it was always nice to see him. He will be missed and our thoughts go out to his family.Jane (Groteluschen) Mynard
Thornton, CO Thursday, May 27, 2010 Leanne, I did not know Al personnally, but felt like I knew him through Marla. I know how important you are to her. I am deeply sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. May God give you strength and comfort in the days ahead. God bless you and keep you. Sincerely, Jane Mynard & family (Marla Gernstein's younger sister.)Kevin Sass
West Des Moines, IA Thursday, May 27, 2010 Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Al was a great guy and a pleasure to work with. I know he will be missed.Rhonda Carlson
Fremont, NE Thursday, May 27, 2010 I am so sorry to hear about Al's passing. He was such a nice guy. He came in to the Expressway Foodmart on Saturdays when I work. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Rest in Peace, Al.Steve Westphal & June Chase Westphal
Fremont, NE Wednesday, May 26, 2010 I've known Al since I was 14yrs old when he worked for my dad and later when he moved on to Sax's. I hadn't seen him for several years but was able to chat with him last year at Relay for Life. He was quite the character. God called one of the"good guys" home on tuesday. Al, Thank's for the memories.Mary and Daniel Monson
Fremont, Wednesday, May 26, 2010 LeAnne and family, We are sorry for your loss. We will be in Illinois so unable to attend the funeral but our thoughts and prayers are with you.Lynda Neal-Duckett
lead, sd Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Shane, I just wanted to express my condolences to you and your family. You are in my prayers at this difficult time.brian sass
houston, tx Wednesday, May 26, 2010 I'm saddened to hear about Al. I worked for "Sack" at Sax's pizza for a few years, he always treated me well. He'll be miss. Brian SassCrystal Higgins
Beatrice, NE Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Leanne, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care of yourself.Mark Vacha
North Bend, Ne Wednesday, May 26, 2010 For 20 yrs I occassionally may have stayed to late at Sax's (it will always be Sax's), and Al would say Mark-o lets go eat and your staying at my place tonight. Well we would stop at Al's cafe and Al would order his usual scrambled eggs with cheese and a side bowl of Chili, poor Wally. Sorry I haven't stayed in touch, you will be missed but not forgotten.Dianne Yablonski
Papillion, NE Wednesday, May 26, 2010 I worked with Al in the bar at Sax's pizza. He was a great employer and friend. He always had a ready smile and a kind word. He will be missed.Kim Wilberding Hanson
Byron, MN Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Wally - love ya girlfriend.....My thoughts and prayers are with you.... I miss the good ole days at Sax's Pizza. Thanks Sack for the memories....you were a great friend!Jodie Link
Hannibal, Mo Tuesday, May 25, 2010 One of the best friends I ever had !!! I will never forget all the good times we had.Cindy Allison
Omaha, NE Tuesday, May 25, 2010 A page in our book of memories, Is gently turned today.Scott Bittner
Arlington, tx Thursday, May 27, 2010 Shane, sorry to hear about your dad, I'm sure he is in a better place with my dad talking about us right now. hang in there dude it will get easier after a whileDon and Jo Fritz
Fremont, Thursday, May 27, 2010 Als son Cole played baseball with JJ (Hemenway) and Adam Fritz when they were i Night Hawks and High School Baseball. Cole was JJ's roommate their first year of college. Al was the nicest guy ever! He would joke around with Don at the games about Cole. He would say in between innings..."I need to keep this kid fed so he doesn't run out of energy"! We also enjoyed visiting with Al at Sax's!!!!! Easy to talk to!!! You will be missed Al, but you left some wonderful memories for everyone! LeAnn...we are thinking of you and the boys!!!Barry, Kerry & Joslyn Reker
Morse Bluff, NE Wednesday, May 26, 2010 Al was a great friend! Almost like a second father to me, best man in our wedding and someone anyone could visit with. We will greatly miss Sack, rest in peace dear friend, until we meet again!LINDA LIPPINCOTT
YOUNGTOWN, AZ Saturday, May 29, 2010 I wanted to let you know you are in my thoughts and prayers! Linda Lippincott