Joel Wehking Obituary

Joel Wehking, age 89, passed away April 22, 2008 at his home in Lake George, Colorado. He was born August 7, 1918 in St. Louis, Missouri to Edwin C. and Ricie (Bennett) Wehking. Joel was a decorated World War II veteran. He served in the Army and was involved in combat at Utah Beach. Following the war, he worked as a Master Electrician He is survived by his niece, Susan Wild; nephew, Tony Shelton; and numerous great and great-great nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret (Sandau); his parents; and his sister, Dorothy Shelton. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 29, 2008 at Community Fellowship of Christians, 39633 US Highway 24, Lake George, Colorado 80827. Interment with military honors will follow at Lake George Cemetery followed by a luncheon reception back at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may by made in Joel's memory to Community Fellowship of Christians.