Vernell Howard Wagner, 81, passed away peacefully at home in Herman, MN, on Monday, July 11, surrounded by family after quietly and bravely fighting a year- long battle with cancer.
Funeral services were held Monday, July 18 at 10:30 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Herman, MN with Rev. Reed Stockman officiating. Interment will be in Lakeside Cemetery. Visitation began Monday morning at 9:00 a.m. and continued until service time at 10:30 a.m. at the church.
Born on May 4,1941 to Howard and Esther Thompson Wagner, Vernell was baptized and confirmed in the Methodist Church.
To sign the online guestbook, watch the video tribute, service recording, or livestream visit <www.bainbridgefuneralhome.com>.
Hanging in his house, a plaque made by Vernell states “Enjoy the little things in life. For one day you will look back and realize they were the big things.” Blessed be the rich life and memories of Vernell.
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