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Francis W. “Hank” Wessels

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Birth	:	8 Apr 1934 Petersburg, Delaware County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	16 Jul 2017 Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Francis Cemetery, Dyersville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.4879860, -91.1355320
Description	:	Gazette, The (Cedar Rapids-Iowa City, IA) - Sunday, July 23, 2017 Toddville Francis "Hank" Walter Wessels of Toddville passed away Sunday, July 16, 2017, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids following a sudden illness at the age of 83. Arrangements by Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Marion. Born April 8, 1934, the son of Ed and Dorothy (Oberbroeckling) Wessels, Francis was born and raised in Petersburg, Iowa. Together with his four siblings, he enjoyed life on their family farm. At age 26, he joined the Army, serving his country while stationed in Korea. Following his... Read More	Gazette, The (Cedar Rapids-Iowa City, IA) - Sunday, July 23, 2017 Toddville Francis "Hank" Walter Wessels of Toddville passed away Sunday, July 16, 2017, at St. Luke's Hospital in Cedar Rapids following a sudden illness at the age of 83. Arrangements by Murdoch Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Marion. Born April 8, 1934, the son of Ed and Dorothy (Oberbroeckling) Wessels, Francis was born and raised in Petersburg, Iowa. Together with his four siblings, he enjoyed life on their family farm. At age 26, he joined the Army, serving his country while stationed in Korea. Following his military service, he was employed by Farmstead Foods, retiring after more than 30 years of service. In 1993, Francis started his own company, Valley View Landscaping, doing what he truly enjoyed. As owner of Valley View Landscaping, he designed, maintained and brought new plant life to hundreds of properties in Cedar Rapids and surrounding areas. In recent years, he stepped away from his business, but continued his love and passion for landscaping work. Up until his passing, you could find Francis working in his yard. When not on his lawn mower or planting flowers, Francis spent time with family and friends, enjoyed a drive in his Corvette, always being surrounded by people who cherished his company and everything he stood for. Francis also enjoyed caring for the deer, raccoon and other wildlife on his property. To know Francis was to love him. He was a kind man, a proud man, and a wonderful father and grandfather. Francis is survived by five children, Kerri Profancik of San Diego, Calif., Tim (April) Wessels of Roscoe, Ill., Jayme Wessels of San Diego, Jon (Jan) Wessels of Hiawatha and Nicole Wessels of Henderson, Nev.; seven grandchildren, Spring Crubaugh, Dylan Maslon, Evan Profancik, Timmy Wessels, Emily Wessels, Thane Wessels and Colton Wessels; and great-grandson, Mason Crubaugh. He also is survived by his sister, Ida Rose Sabers of Earlville. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Dorothy Wessels; and brothers, Richard "Breeze" Wessels, Bob Wessels and Ernie Wessels. A private viewing and service will be held Friday, July 28. A Celebration of Life event will be held at a later date. Francis greatly changed the lives of many, mostly his children. In honor of his memory, the family has requested in lieu of flowers, a charitable donation be made to the Shriners Hospital at El Kahir Shrine Center, 905 Tower Terrace Rd., Hiawatha, IA 52411. If preferred, plant a tree or flower on your land or in your garden to honor Francis' memory. On July 16, 2017, we lost a very special man while heaven gained an angel, and for that Francis' friends and family are forever grateful. The family would like to thank those who have extended their love, support and condolences. Please share a memory of Francis at www.murdochfuneralhome.com under obituaries.

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Where is Francis W. “Hank” Wessels's memorial?
Francis W. “Hank” Wessels's memorial is located at: Saint Francis Cemetery, Dyersville, Delaware County, USA.
When did Francis W. “Hank” Wessels death?
Francis W. “Hank” Wessels death on 16 Jul 2017 in Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Francis W. “Hank” Wessels's memorial?
Latitude: 42.4879860
Longitude: -91.1355320

Family Members:

Parent

Edward Bernard “Ed” Wessels

(1904 - 1993)

Dorothy J Oberbroeckling Wessels

(1905 - 1992)

Siblings

Ernest J. Wessels

(1928 - 2001)

Robert W. “Bob” Wessels

(1930 - 2008)

Richard A. “Breeze” Wessels

(1936 - 2006)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Francis Cemetery
Dyersville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4879860, -91.1355320

2. Mount Hope Cemetery
Dyersville, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4716988, -91.0942001

3. Saint Boniface Cemetery
New Vienna, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5518000, -91.1148000

4. Rockville Cemetery
Rockville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4180500, -91.1445800

5. Worthington Baptist Cemetery
Worthington, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4119360, -91.1324930

6. Saint Peter and Paul Cemetery
Petersburg, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5557294, -91.2133758

7. Fairview Cemetery
Earlville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4789009, -91.2613983

8. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Earlville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4799995, -91.2619019

9. Saint Paul Cemetery
Worthington, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3931007, -91.1260986

10. McGee Cemetery
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Coordinate: 42.4852982, -91.0064011

11. Fairview Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4339981, -91.0139999

12. Plum Creek Cemetery
Earlville, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4343987, -91.2621994

13. Saint Joseph Catholic Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4486008, -90.9961014

14. Platt Cemetery
Colesburg, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5978012, -91.1577988

15. Hogan Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4500140, -90.9812590

16. Holy Trinity Cemetery
Luxemburg, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6003000, -91.0752000

17. Mount Pleasant Cemetery
Hopkinton, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3618000, -91.1478000

18. Johns Creek Cemetery
Farley, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3819008, -91.0338974

19. Saint Clements Cemetery
Bankston, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.5196190, -90.9617890

20. Willard Cemetery
York, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3641500, -91.2199000

21. Allison Cemetery
Delhi, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4041606, -91.2918120

22. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Colesburg, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.6241989, -91.1928024

23. Zion Reformed Church Cemetery
Cascade, Dubuque County, USA
Coordinate: 42.3465000, -91.0813000

24. Pine View Cemetery
Delaware, Delaware County, USA
Coordinate: 42.4880981, -91.3407974