David Wieneke
East Alton |
David Lee Wieneke “entered the gates of his heavenly home” on May 9, 2021 at Memorial Hospital in Belleville, Illinois.
David was born on July 25, 1953 to Helen (Fulton) and the late Curtis W. Wieneke in Wood River, IL.
David aka “Flash” was well known for his John Wayne impersonation during his senior year at EA-WR High School in Wood River, IL.
After graduating in 1971 David joined the Navy, but was honorably discharged due to a previous injury. After returning home he was employed at Standard Oil.
He is survived by his mother Helen (Fulton) Wieneke-Baker; sisters Deborah (Dennis) Rodgers, Martha (Kirk) Higbee, Nancy (Robert) Cuppett and brothers Curtis Raymond Wieneke and Calvin (Cassie) Wieneke, Dennis Baker Jr.
David was preceded in death by his father Curtis W. Wieneke and his brother Larry Wieneke, who passed away at a young age, whom he greatly missed and loved.
We would like to acknowledge and thank Cathy, David’s caregiver and dear friend who dedicated herself to taking care of David 24/7.
There will be a private burial at Woodland Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
Marks Mortuary in Wood River entrusted with arrangements.
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