Wayne E. Techau, Sr.
Sunday, October 24, 1920
Date of Death:
Monday, February 25, 2013
Age:
92 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday February 27, 2013
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday February 28, 2013
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Funeral Mass
Date: Thursday February 28, 2013
Time: 11:00 am
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Sunday, October 24, 1920
Date of Death:
Monday, February 25, 2013
Age:
92 years old
Sunday, October 24, 1920
Date of Death:
Monday, February 25, 2013
Age:
92 years old
Wayne E. Techau, Sr.
Wayne E. Techau, Sr., 92, of Rochester died Monday, February 25, 2013, at Sunrise Cottages in Rochester.
He was born on October 24, 1920, in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to Arthur and Nellie Techau. His family later moved to Minneapolis where he graduated from Central High School. On January 24, 1953, he married Patricia Steger at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church in Rochester. They resided in Rochester where they raised their four children.
Wayne served in the Navy during World War II from 1941 until 1944 as a combat photographer. While on assignment in the South Pacific he was injured in the Battle of Peleliu and was awarded the Purple Heart. He was awarded the Bronze Star by President Roosevelt which was presented to him by the Secretary of the Navy for his exceptional and courageous photography during the war. Other assignments included the battles of Saipan, Guam, Tinian, Anguar, Phillipines Sea, North Africa, Sicily, and many others. After the war he attended Villanova University in Philadelphia before returning to Minnesota . He was recruited by the Mayo Clinic as a medical photographer. He later worked for Thompson-Yaeger, Inc., in Rochester and eventually purchased the business which he operated until his retirement in 1981.
He was very active in the Boy Scouts for many years . The Gamehaven Council recognized Wayne with The Silver Beaver Award for his distinguished leadership. He also was a fourth degree member of the Knights of Columbus. Wayne enjoyed camping with his family, gardening, photography, and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Patricia Techau of Rochester, one son, Wayne Techau, Jr, (Cathy) of Rochester, three daughters, Marleen (Jim) Zak of Pine City, MN, Mary (Bert) Brinks of North Mankato, MN, and Margaret (Chuck) Buske of Rochester; 11 grandchildren, Joe, Brian and Charles Zak; Jennifer and Eric Techau; Jason, Deanna and Andrew Brinks; Sarah, Katie (John) Keller , and Brandon Buske; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and two sisters.
A visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, February 27, at River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home. A funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 28, at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with the Rev. Harry Jewison officiating. Burial with military honors will be held in Calvary Cemetery .
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Wayne E. Techau, Sr. has received the following condolences.
Anut Pat,Wayne Jr,Marleen Marykay,Margaret, and family's.So sorry to hear about Uncle Wayne,s passing. But he is safaly home in Heaven at peace with his maker resting in his loving arms. Just like we all will be some day.
Are Faith makes us strong.
Rudy Walz
To the Techau Family,
Sending my sincere condolences to you all. I have such good memories growing up next door to your family. I'll always remember your Dad's involvment in scouting. The covered wagon and the Indian headress, what a fun neighbor to have. Amy remembers how he would always warm the station wagon up in the winter....he will be missed.
To the Techau family my sincere condolences. I know how difficult it is to lose one so dear to your hearts. Stay strong and know that their faith will carry them home to receive their rewards in heaven. God Bless.
Aunt Pat, Wayne, Jr., Marleen, Mary and Margaret and families - We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Wayne's passing, although we know that he is at rest now. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Randy, Sue, Ben and Elizabeth Walz
Sorry of the loss of your husband , father, father in law and grandfather.
They live on in the hearts of those they left behind. (Native American Proverb)
Helen Miner-Brinks