Wendell L. Rene

Wendell L. Rene, a Math teacher for 37 years in Hastings, passed away February 26, 2012 at St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester. He was born August 20, 1940 in Neche, ND to Edmund and Cecelia (O'Leary) Rene. He married Patricia Markert in Moorhead, MN on July 7, 1968. Wendell, a lifelong Democrat, enjoyed antiques, golfing, fishing, traveling and Twins games. He especially loved his grandchildren, spending time with them and watching their sporting events. Wendell is preceded in death by his parents and brother, William. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; children, Kim (Brian) Woodman; Ken Rene; and Kari (Aaron) Huebsch; grandchildren, Brandon; Bryce; Avery; Addison; and Breckan; sisters, Myrna (Harry) Kubista; Mary Ann (Myron) Kehler; and Rita (Adam) Schreiner; many extended family members and friends.A Funeral Service will be held on Friday (3/2) at 3:00 pm at St. Philip's Lutheran Church, 1401 W. 15th St. Hastings. A Visitation will be from 4:00 - 8:00 pm on Thursday (3/1) at Wise Family Funeral Home, 400 Spring St., Hastings, and 1 hour prior to the funeral at church. Memorials preferred. The Wise Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Visit wisefamilyfh.com to view the memorial video and sign the online guestbook.