IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Darwin
Weidner
January 22, 1953 – March 23, 2025
Obituary
Darwin R. Weidner, age 72 of Oshkosh, passed away on Sunday, March 23, 2025, of Alzheimer's Disease at Eden Vista Memory Care in Fond du Lac, WI in the care of Preceptor Hospice.
He was born in Oshkosh, WI on January 22, 1953 to Eddie and Ruth (Colka) Weidner. He graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1971. He married Julie Salzsieder on October 11, 1975, at First Presbyterian Church in Oshkosh, WI and they shared 52 years together. Till death do us part came too soon.
Health problems plagued him his whole life. At age 10 he was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes. After being on dialysis for 1 ½ years he received the gift of a kidney/pancreas transplant on September 1, 2004, which lasted for more than 20 years. On December 1, 2009, he was hit by a full size van while riding his bicycle and had to have a below the knee amputation when the bone wouldn't heal. He had a pacemaker, lost toes to bone infections, was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, and had very poor vision. Alzheimer's combined with hallucinations due to his poor eyesight finally took its toll on his body.
Darwin was a hard worker all his life beginning at a young age when he would mow, rake, and shovel snow for others which continued into his adult life. He would stop and help people with flat tires, never accepting any payment.
He loved cutting down trees, gardening, blowing snow, volunteering at The Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee, WI where he got to meet Ernest Borgnine, going to Cabbage Patch Kids Conventions in Cleveland, GA with his wife where they met Xavier Roberts, and traveling on many fun vacations in his pickup truck. He loved bicycling and went for long rides on the WIOWASH trail ending up miles from home before he realized that he had better turn around and head back before it got dark. He loved bargain hunting with his wife at rummage sales, flea markets and thrift stores. He loved Miniature Schnauzers & his Black Lab, who were loyal companions to him and brought him comfort and companionship throughout his life.
He worked at Paine Lumber Company, First Wisconsin Bank as a janitor and Morgan Door/Jeld Wen.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Weidner; his sisters, Darlene Molski, Gloria Wendt, Mary Lou Weidner, and Diane Volp; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his brothers-in-law, Byron (Dorothy) Salzsieder, Mark (Kristen) Salzsieder, and Scott (Sue) Salzsieder. Last, but not least, his best pal and lapdog, Teddy, who kept him company through his battles with Alzheimer's.
He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Edward and Douglas (Barbara) Weidner; brothers-in-law, Mike Molski and Mark Wendt; nephews, Eric Volp and Ryan Weidner; aunts, uncles, cousins, and his in-laws, Herbert and Janet Salzsieder. He was also predeceased by his beloved fur babies: Charcoal, Shadow, Lady, Pepper, and Fritz.
A special thank you to his sisters, Darlene and Gloria who made sure that he ate and laughed while his wife Julie was laid up in the hospital/rehab with a broken femur. Thank you also to all of the nurses, CNAs and other staff at Aurora & Park View that said a prayer for Darwin.
As per his wishes, Darwin was cremated. A private burial will take place at a later date in Lake View Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Oshkosh Area Humane Society or an Alzheimer's charity of your choice. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him, and he will forever be missed.
Darwin, although my heart is broken, I know you are in a better place. Rest in peace and I will always love you. ~Your wife, Julie
He was born in Oshkosh, WI on January 22, 1953 to Eddie and Ruth (Colka) Weidner. He graduated from Oshkosh High School in 1971. He married Julie Salzsieder on October 11, 1975, at First Presbyterian Church in Oshkosh, WI and they shared 52 years together. Till death do us part came too soon.
Health problems plagued him his whole life. At age 10 he was diagnosed with Juvenile Diabetes. After being on dialysis for 1 ½ years he received the gift of a kidney/pancreas transplant on September 1, 2004, which lasted for more than 20 years. On December 1, 2009, he was hit by a full size van while riding his bicycle and had to have a below the knee amputation when the bone wouldn't heal. He had a pacemaker, lost toes to bone infections, was diagnosed with bone marrow cancer, and had very poor vision. Alzheimer's combined with hallucinations due to his poor eyesight finally took its toll on his body.
Darwin was a hard worker all his life beginning at a young age when he would mow, rake, and shovel snow for others which continued into his adult life. He would stop and help people with flat tires, never accepting any payment.
He loved cutting down trees, gardening, blowing snow, volunteering at The Great Circus Parade in Milwaukee, WI where he got to meet Ernest Borgnine, going to Cabbage Patch Kids Conventions in Cleveland, GA with his wife where they met Xavier Roberts, and traveling on many fun vacations in his pickup truck. He loved bicycling and went for long rides on the WIOWASH trail ending up miles from home before he realized that he had better turn around and head back before it got dark. He loved bargain hunting with his wife at rummage sales, flea markets and thrift stores. He loved Miniature Schnauzers & his Black Lab, who were loyal companions to him and brought him comfort and companionship throughout his life.
He worked at Paine Lumber Company, First Wisconsin Bank as a janitor and Morgan Door/Jeld Wen.
He is survived by his wife, Julie Weidner; his sisters, Darlene Molski, Gloria Wendt, Mary Lou Weidner, and Diane Volp; many nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his brothers-in-law, Byron (Dorothy) Salzsieder, Mark (Kristen) Salzsieder, and Scott (Sue) Salzsieder. Last, but not least, his best pal and lapdog, Teddy, who kept him company through his battles with Alzheimer's.
He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Edward and Douglas (Barbara) Weidner; brothers-in-law, Mike Molski and Mark Wendt; nephews, Eric Volp and Ryan Weidner; aunts, uncles, cousins, and his in-laws, Herbert and Janet Salzsieder. He was also predeceased by his beloved fur babies: Charcoal, Shadow, Lady, Pepper, and Fritz.
A special thank you to his sisters, Darlene and Gloria who made sure that he ate and laughed while his wife Julie was laid up in the hospital/rehab with a broken femur. Thank you also to all of the nurses, CNAs and other staff at Aurora & Park View that said a prayer for Darwin.
As per his wishes, Darwin was cremated. A private burial will take place at a later date in Lake View Memorial Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to Oshkosh Area Humane Society or an Alzheimer's charity of your choice. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who loved him, and he will forever be missed.
Darwin, although my heart is broken, I know you are in a better place. Rest in peace and I will always love you. ~Your wife, Julie
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