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Vernon Dale
Wagner
Jun 27, 1927 — Nov 21, 2018
On Wednesday, November 21st., 2018, Vernon Dale Wagner, loving husband and father of three children, passed away at the age of 91.
Vernon was born on June 27,1927 in Helena, OK to Willard and Eunice (Brasfield) Wagner.
He served in the Navy prior to attending Oklahoma A&M university where he studied Mechanical Engineering.
He worked for Chevron for over 30 years in the West Texas area.
On November 11,1949, he married Dorothy Faye Snider. They raised three sons, Rick, Doug and Scott.
Vernon enjoyed playing tennis and was able to enjoy the sport well into his 70's. He and his brother, Floyd, played doubles and did well during their high school years. He also enjoyed water skiing and teaching family members how to ski. He was known for his quick wit, and his kind, compassionate spirit. When he wasn't playing tennis, skiing, or tending to his garden, he was helping other widow ladies in the neighborhood, utilizing his handyman skills.
Vernon was proceeded in death by his father, Willard, his mother, Eunice, his sister, Evelyn, his son, Doug and his daughter-in-law, Becky. He is survived by his wife of 69 years, Dorothy, his two children, Rick and Scott, and his wife, Teresa, his daughter-in-law, Betty, and his brother Floyd. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held at 10 am on Saturday, December 15th. 2018 at the Highland Lakes United Methodist Church with internment to follow at Lakeland Hills Memorial Park.In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Highland Lakes United Methodist Church, PO Box 1005, Buchanan Dam, TX 78609
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