Alfred “Buddy” Oscar Wernli

Alfred “Buddy” Oscar Wernli, 88, of Thorndale, passed away peacefully at Granger Villa Nursing Home on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2016.

Buddy was born Sept. 8, 1928, to Fritz and Elsie Wernli.  He was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter Church in Coupland. He attended Mager and Coupland Schools. 

Buddy married Esther Lehmann on Sept. 27, 1952. He was co-owner of Lehmann-Wernli Garage in Thorndale.  

He enjoyed deer hunting, loved listening to polka music, playing cards and dominos and spoiling his dogs.  He especially enjoyed decorating for Christmas and visiting with friends and family.

He is survived by his sister, Delphine Ging and husband Calvin of Coupland; brother Don Wernli and wife Sandra of Coupland; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his wife, Esther Wernli; parents, Fritz and Elsie Wernli; and brother, Reuben Wernli.  

The family would like to recognize the staff of Granger Villa and Resolutions Hospice for their wonderful care given to Buddy.  

Visitation will be from 5-7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, 2016, at Providence Funeral Home. Celebration of Life Service will be at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2016, at Providence Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Taylor City Cemetery.

Memorial funds may be made to Zion Lutheran Church (Sandoval) or a charity of your choice.

Providence Funeral Home of Taylor in charge of arrangements.