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Wayne E. Ziegenbusch September 6, 1944 - February 14, 2024

Date of Funeral

February 23, 2024
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WAYNE E. ZIEGENBUSCH, age 79,
of New Bremen, died on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at 8:01 P.M. at the Ochsner Health St. Mary Hospital in Morgan City, Louisiana after a brief illness. He was born on September 6, 1944 in Sidney Ohio, the son of the late Elmer C. and Alesa E. (Schnelle) Ziegenbusch. On July 14, 1973, he married Margery “Marge” Voskuhl who survives. Also surviving are his sons: Josh (Monica) Ziegenbusch of Concord, California, and Adam (Andrea) Ziegenbusch of Morgan City, Louisiana; his five grandchildren: Alexandra, Oliver, Zachary, A.J., and Kate; and a sister in-law Barbara Ziegenbusch of New Bremen. Along with his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by his siblings: Lowell Ziegenbusch and Inez (Richard) Peterson.

Wayne was a life-long member of St. Peter’s Church in New Bremen where he was active in various ministries, including coats for kids and vocalist in the church choir. He was a 1962 graduate of New Bremen High School and after graduation, he went on to continue his education at the Wright State – Celina branch. He was deeply rooted in the life in New Bremen as he served in the former Lion’s Club, Bremenfest President and was a charter member of the New Bremen-New Knoxville Rotary Club. He also owned and operated the former Ziegenbusch Plumbing and Z’Wash Haus in New Bremen, as well as owned and managed several rental properties in the area. Wayne and Marge loved to travel, including cross country in their motorhome. Later in life, they began wintering in Arizona and Louisiana. When in Arizona, Wayne would work as a ticket taker during spring training for the Oakland A’s. He was a proud Tennessee Squire, a distinctive honor for Jack Daniel’s aficionados. Wayne never met a stranger. He had an amazing gift of storytelling and a memorable laugh that brought many smiles to others. He and Marge also enjoyed spending time visiting wineries with the convertible group and sitting in the coffee shop with their many friends.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Peter’s Church in New Bremen with Pastor James Lampert officiating. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 3:00 until 7:00 PM at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen, and again on Friday, at the church, from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Wayne can be directed to Central Catholic School, St. Agnes Parish School or St. Peter’s Church. Condolences and memories can be shared with the Ziegenbusch family online at www.gilberghartwigfh.com.

Funeral Services will be held on Friday, February 23, 2024 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Peter’s Church in New Bremen with Pastor James Lampert officiating. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling Hours will be held on Thursday, February 22, 2024 from 3:00 until 7:00 PM at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen, and again on Friday, at the church, from 9:30 A.M. until the time of the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Wayne can be directed to Central Catholic School, St. Agnes Parish School or St. Peter’s Church.

Condolences(9)

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    Jayne Knost says
    February 16, 2024 at 9:09 pm

    Marge, sending hugs and prayers to you and the boys. Hoping memories will bring you some peace. 🙏🩷

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    Deanna (Sollmann) Anderson says
    February 19, 2024 at 10:04 am

    My sympathy to you and the family. Wayne and Gary were best buds since they were little. Just know there are friends around who you can call if you need anything. May God wrap his loving arms around you for peace and comfort. Hugs!!

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    Roger and Cheryl Barlage says
    February 19, 2024 at 12:01 pm

    Our sympathy to your family. So glad to have had the opportunity to know Wayne. Sendings prayers and hugs🙏🙏

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    Shirley Tontrup says
    February 19, 2024 at 5:14 pm

    Sincere condolences to Marge and family

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    Jerry Maxson says
    February 19, 2024 at 5:16 pm

    I always enjoyed talking to Wayne at the coffee shop, remembering things that happened when he was in school. He will be missed.

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      Denise Subler Riffell says
      February 24, 2024 at 9:52 am

      Our deepest sympathy. Wayne was such a great guy. Even remember him as a young girl when he worked with Dad at Lamperts. Will always remember his laugh. May he rest in peace.

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    James Scheer says
    February 19, 2024 at 9:12 pm

    We went on convertible/wine trips with Wayne and Marge and others. Always enjoyed his thoughts on things, past music and dance hall times and life in general. He will be missed.
    Out thoughts go out to Marge and family and friends. Jim and Karen Scheer

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    Steve Fanelli says
    February 21, 2024 at 3:09 pm

    Wayne had a warm laugh, and was an amazing storyteller and made lots of people happy at the ballpark who went through his gate! He will be missed and our prayers go out to Marge, Josh, Adam, and the family.
    -The Fanelli’s

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    Mitch Nelson says
    February 22, 2024 at 10:41 am

    Marge, Josh, Adam, and family. He was a great man. Many great memories with you all. We are deeply saddened to hear about Wayne. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Our prayers go out to you all. May you find comfort in knowing that God promises to be close to the brokenhearted (Psalm 34:18). Lean on Him for strength during this difficult time.

    With sympathy and prayers,

    Mitch, Nina, Sophia, Noah, Jacob and Rosie

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