Gertrude Wuckert
September 14, 1913 - June 11, 2013
Obituary
WUCKERT, Gertrude of Saginaw, Michigan passed away on Tuesday, June 11, 2013 at Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre. She was 99 years old. Gertrude Janetsky was born on September 14, 1913 near Weimar, Germany, to the late Albert and Valerie Janetsky. She was the 8th of 11 children. She married the love of her life, Adolph Wuckert, on June 29, 1935, living their entire married life in Saginaw; he preceded her in death on February 5, 1977. Their marriage was blessed with three loving children: Henry, Ernst and Janet. Gertrude was a long-time member of St. John Lutheran Church on Federal and Second. She later attended Zion Lutheran Church. Surviving are a son and a daughter: Ernst Wuckert of Saginaw and Janet Dibble of Bad Axe; a daughter-in-law, Judy Wuckert of Pinckney; four grandchildren: David Dibble, Elizabeth Dibble, Kristen (Graham) Fett and Mark (Kris) Wuckert; three great grandchildren: Anthony and Michael Fett and Seth Wuckert; and a sister, Virginia Hoewe of Freeland. Also surviving are many beloved nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by a son, Henry Wuckert; a son-in-law, Thomas Dibble; and nine siblings. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Barbara Arispe for her years of help to our Mom; as well as to Corina Gonzalez and Katherine Klich for all their help. Gertrude's family would also like to thank the fine staff at Covenant HealthCare, Hoyt Nursing and Rehab Centre, Hospice Advantage and Lutheran Home Care for all their kindness. FUNERAL: A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 14, 2013 at Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). Pastor Michael Kemper will officiate. Private burial will take place at Forest Lawn Cemetery. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit with the family at the funeral home on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m. MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to St. John Lutheran Church or Zion Lutheran Church. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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Eddie Patrick
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Ernst, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Eddie and Dorothy Patrick & family.
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Debby Bell
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She was a wonderful friend. My husband Dan was a pastor at her church over 20 years ago. So sorry for your loss. Always, Debby, Dan, and Christiana Bell
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Sue Oliver
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Ernst, your mom was a wonderful woman. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sue (Bremer) and Tom Oliver
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jan demasellis
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I am so sorry for your loss, your mom was a great person. I remember her fondly from my days in the childrens choir at St. John.
Jan DeMasellis
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Cathy Heminitz
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Sorry to hear about the passing of our mother. Our hearts & prayers go out to you. Cathy & Rosie from the credit union.
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suzanne reid cowdrey
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Ernst, Janet and Judy,
I was very sad to hear of your mother's passing. She was a very special lady. I always enjoyed talking to her at gatherings. I will keep her and your families in my prayers.
Suzanne Reid Cowdrey