Wendel J. Aanerud Obituary

We bid farewell to Wendel J. Aanerud (Omaha, Nebraska), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 25, 2025 at the age of 82. Wendel touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Wendel's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He is survived by: his wife Patte; his children, Angi Olson (Chris) of Blair, NE, Melissa Wieser (Lucas) of Lincoln, NE and Alan Aanerud (Stephanie) of Omaha, NE.; and his sibling Pat Johnson (Dave) of St. Paul, MN..

In lieu of flowers the family suggests donations to Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo.