Harold Daniel Wedel, 83, died Friday November 16, 2012 at Bethesda Home in Goessel. He was born February 11, 1929 in Goessel, son of Martin P. and Linda Dalke Wedel. Harold was raised in Goessel and attended school there. Upon his graduation, he went on to earn his Business Degree from the University of Kansas and a CLU degree. He later earned a Master's degree in Counseling from the University of Missouri at Kansas City.
He was the H. F. Director for Old American Insurance in Kansas City for many years. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving his country during the Korean Conflict. He reached the rank of Lt. Colonel in the reserves. He married Doris Mull on September 20, 1950 at the Goessel Mennonite Church. After moving to the Overland Park area they attended Indian Heights United Methodist Church.
Harold took pride in his family. He enjoyed sports and was a hugh KU fan. He also coached baseball, basketball, football and assisted in the development of young athletes, who later themselves became coaches of state qualifiers. He wet an example for his friends and family with his strong belief in God during some of the most difficult times. He sang in the church choir and made several studio recordings with his brothers of some of his favorite musical selections.
Survivors: wife, Doris; daughter, Stephanie G. Molina, Overland Park; son, Timorhy K. Wedel, Overland Park; four brothers, Bilbert of Canton; Robert of Lyone; Donald of ElDorado and Rodney of Newton; sisters, Goldie Mae McMurray, Canton and Irene P. Wiebe of Spring, Texas; 3 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Arnold C. Wedel.
Services will be November 20 at Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton with interment in Greenwood Cemetery.
