Lee Wieland
February 11, 1929 - July 28, 2012
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Lee Wieland
February 11, 1929 - July 28, 2012
Obituary
Lee Wieland passed away on Saturday, July 28, 2012. He was 83, born February 11, 1929 in Bellingham, WA to Charles and Clarissa (Jones) Wieland.
Lee was raised in Birch Bay, and attended school in Blaine. He married Olive Smith on February 17, 1950. Together they raised 4 children.
Lee had a big heart that reached out to help people. In the early sixties, when his friend was killed in a construction accident, he worked to bring in the crops for the widow. With his customers, the act of helping them was more important than the payment.
When his wife of fifty years became ill, he cared for her in their home, comforting and loving her with his whole heart. Recognized by striped bib overalls and an infectious smile, Lee will be missed around the front counters of the service stations that he worked on, and at the coffee shops with his lifelong friends.
Lee was preceded in death by his wife Olive in 2002.
He is survived by his children, Janet Kahn, Howard Wieland, Ralph Wieland, Ardie Ogden; 7 grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Whatcom Hospice, 2901 Squalicum Pkwy, Bellingham, WA 98225.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 4, at 11 AM, at Laurel Baptist Church, 162 W. Laurel Road in Bellingham.
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Memorial Service Saturday, August 4, 11 AM, Laurel Baptist Church
8 responses to Lee Wieland
Lynn Kennedy says:
July 28, 2012
So many fond memories of our visits to the farm every year. The tractor rides, jumping out of the hay loft, picking berries, riding horses and calves. I loved seeing uncle Lee and Aunt Ollie and our cousins. Then there were the family reunions and Whatcom Co fair. Lee had such a big heart, always there to help everyone. Caregiving to Ollie and our aunt Edna for so many years. . Sending love to my cousins during this hard time.
Chuck & Sue Nelson says:
July 28, 2012
We first met Lee in the late 90s while he was busy resolving fuel pump problems. A super gentleman, always willing to respond at all hours and very industrious. We saw him many times in the later yeas when he would be working around the county. Lee was always happy and always had a broad smile for everyone.
Jeff Barclay says:
July 28, 2012
Ralph, you have my sincere condolences on the loss of your father. He was a kind gentleman and will be missed.
Sandy Edin says:
July 28, 2012
Lee was such a nice man. He would come by just to say hi or, if in the mood, a vanilla milkshake no whip:-). My prayers go out to his family. My girls and I will miss his constant smile and flirtatious conversation.
Randy and Donna Retchless says:
July 28, 2012
Our love and prayers for you family as you move into this season.