Nicholas J. Wagner
Tuesday, May 4, 1948
Date of Death:
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Age:
66 years old
Visitation
Date: Tuesday November 25, 2014
Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Wednesday November 26, 2014
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: Church of the Resurrection Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Wednesday November 26, 2014
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Church of the Resurrection Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Ft. Snelling National Cemetery [ view map ]
Tuesday, May 4, 1948
Date of Death:
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Age:
66 years old
Tuesday, May 4, 1948
Date of Death:
Sunday, November 23, 2014
Age:
66 years old
Nicholas J. Wagner
The funeral for Nicholas James Wagner will be held at Resurrection Catholic Church, on Wednesday, Nov. 26, at 11:00 a.m. in Rochester, MN , with Father Tom Loomis and Father Kevin Connolly officiating. Burial will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4:00-8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 25 at River Park Chapel, Macken Funeral Home, and at the church one hour prior to the service.
Nicholas James Wagner, 66, of Rochester, MN passed away on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2014, at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Marys due to complications from a pulmonary embolism.
Nick was born on May 4, 1948, in Red Wing, MN. He graduated from Lourdes High School, class of ’66. He joined the Marine Corps in 1969, and served bravely in conflict in Vietnam. He then served the remainder of his enlistment in Okinawa and stateside, reaching the rank of sergeant. As the result of significant injuries incurred in the line of duty while he was serving as an MP in Camp LeJeune, NC, Nick was medically retired. Following military service, Nick attended the University of Minnesota and South Hennepin Technical College. In 1975, Nick, his wife, the former Catherine King, and their daughter, Nicole moved home to Rochester, where he resided for the rest of his life. Nick had a long career in the construction trade, which included several years as a partner in WSW Builders. He retired as a superintendent for Weis Builders.
Nick was a member of the Carpenters Union, the Marine Corps League, the Knights of Columbus, and The Disabled American Veterans. He was also a member of the Lake City Yacht Club, and loved sailing “Summer Wind” on Lake Pepin, especially when his crew included his sons. Following retirement, Nick dedicated himself to his children and their endeavors. His greatest joys in the past year included being a grandfather, traveling with his wife, and the many accomplishments of his children.
Nick is survived by his wife, Cathy; his children, Nicole (Breting Engel), Joseph (Michelle), and Jonathan (Margaret); a granddaughter, Zoe Jean-Louise Engel; his brothers, James (Janice), and Terry (Connie); his father-in-law (Ambrose King); and countless family, friends, fellow builders, and employees. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Theresa, and his infant sister, Mary.
Memorials are preferred to the DOW, Ann Loomis Fund, Toys for Tots, and Habitat for Humanity.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Nicholas J. Wagner has received the following condolences.
Cathy & family, thinking of you during this difficult time. Sending prayers and love
Cathy, Nicole, Joe, Jon and brothers Jim and Terry and families-
Words will never express our sadness at the loss of our cousin. He was a larger than life kind of guy and it was always a hoot to listen to him tell a story. So many memories of Thanksgiving's at our Aunt Lona's house when we were all kids. Don't you know she was the first one to greet him at the Pearly Gates. So glad we got to reconnect again on your visits to Texas and to see the happiness in his eyes with little Zoe. Our deepest sympathy and love goes out to you all.
--Kathy and Phil
Cathy and Family,
I was saddened to hear of Nick's sudden passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Josh Noser
My deepest condolences to the Wagner family for their loss. My heart and prayers go out to all of you.
Sincerely,
Todd Andrew Gross
My deepest condolences to the Wagner family for their loss. My heart and prayers go out to all of you.
Sincerely,
Todd Andrew Gross
Cathy and family......I am so very sorry to hear about Nick. There are just no words. Please know that I am thinking of you and keeping all of you in my prayers.
Cathy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you deal with this sudden loss. The entire "Century family" is there for you.
May God grant your family some closure and peace in this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Chuck Handlon
The Wagner Family; I didn't know Nick personally but I knew of him thru his Dad Joe and brother Jim. I worked with both of them and knew of Nick that way, he does remind me of Joe when I saw the picture. I'm also a Marine and knew of his heroic time on that bus out East and the coward that Nick ended beating up before passing out. He is a Marines, MARINE and we know that he's now guarding Heavens Gates for more Marines. I will prayer for you and the family in this time of need. God be with you and Semper Fidelis.. Charlie Baker
Cathy and Family,
Sending our condolences on the loss of Nick. I can't tell you what a shock it was for us to hear of his passing. Steve has many memories of the two of them on Grandpa & Grandma Rother's farm. They were cousins but more importantly friends. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Rhonda & Steve Rother
Cathy and Jon, so very sorry to hear about Nick. I hadn't seen much of you guys lately, but this brought back a lot of great soccer memories from the past. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult of times.
We are so sorry for the loss of your husband, father, grandfather and friend.
Love,
Bob and Sharyn Voss
Cathy and Family,
You are in my thoughts.
Sorry for your loss.
Hal Houghton