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March 03, 1921 October 13, 2012
March 03, 1921 -- October 13, 2012

Frederick "Fred" Wagner , Age: 91

Wagner, Frederick "Fred", Age 91, of Aurora, Il passed away on Saturday, October 13, 2012 at his home. He was born in Aurora on March 3, 1921 to John P. and Mary (Remissong) Wagner Didier. He graduated from St. Joseph School in 1935 and East Aurora High School in 1939. He enlisted in the Army in 1942 and served in the US at Fr. Custer, MI until 1946. Fred was united in marriage to Elizabeth (Betty) Bierchen on August 21, 1945 at Camp Claiborne, LA by an Army Champlain. Fred worked for 27 years at Love Bros. and later for Teledyne Pines, retiring in 1983. He was a life member of the Phoenix Club, Luxemburgher Club, 3rd Ward Club, American Legion #84, Amvets #103 and life member of IAM-AW. He is survived by hi wife, Betty, his nephews, James (Shirley) Hess, Robert (Barb) Hess, niece, Jean (Robert) Federman and several other nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, stepfather, Jacob Didier, sister, Marian (Chris) Hess, brother William (Marie) Wagner, and niece, Mary Kaye Fitzpatrick. A memorial mass will be held on Monday, November 5, 2012 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph Church, 722 High St, Aurora, IL 60505. A luncheon will follow mass at St. Joseph Hall. Internment will be private. Special thanks to Al and Marge Schuler and Provena Hospice for their loving support. Memorials may be directed to the donors choice.