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Dwigennoble — 2009-07-26 21:11:22Z

Anyone outside Washington state related to my paternal grandfather john b Wigen, formerly Evanson, birth year approx 1880?

Obit: Louis Wigen of Iowa (1928-2009)

wilsonje19 — 2009-06-10 00:39:27Z

Louis George Wigen, Jr. was born at home near Ayrshire, Iowa, October 16, 1928. He was the second child of Louis George and Marlis Lenore (Hanson) Wigen. He was baptized into the Christian faith on May 25, 1930 at Zion Lutheran Church, Ruthven, Iowa and confirmed as an adult in the same church in 1946. He graduated from Silver Lake Consolidated School in Ayrshire in 1946. After farming with his father from 1946 to 1950, he enlisted into the United States Air Force and served from 1950 until 1954. He graduated from Ft. Monmouth Signal Corps school, New Jersey, in the field of electronics and held the distinction of being the school’s fourth highest academic graduate in its history to that date. He served state-side two years and two years in the Far East in the field of communications. On his return, he once again resumed farming, living on the farm where he was born until his retirement from farming in 1993. It was his great joy to help friends and neighbors with household and farm repairs.

On June 26, 1960, JR and Elaine (Sears) Wigen were married at Storm Lake, Iowa. To this union were born: Anna Marie in 1962 and Louis George III in 1963.

JR was an active lifelong member of Zion Lutheran Church serving on The Board of Parish Education, Deacon, Trustee, and Finance Committee. He was a fifty four year member of American Legion Post #173 in Ayrshire where he served as Vice-Commander, Adjacent, Commander and also served as Palo Alto County Vice-Commander and Commander. In 1971 he became an amateur radio operator. His ham call was WBØEJB. He enjoyed the challenge of building and repairing electrical equipment. He coached Little League baseball for several years. He enjoyed traveling and in 1982 he and Elaine began spending their winter months in Rockport, Texas until his death.

JR is survived by his wife, Elaine and their two children; Anna Marie (Arvin) Enerson and six children, Sarah (Tyler) Janssen, Heather, Holly, Joseph, Brianna and Jason, of Estherville and Louis George III (Angela) and two children Brooke and Paige, of Spencer; one great grandchild Cale Janssen; a brother Leo (Carol) Wigen of Spencer, and five sisters, Peggy Wigen of McAllen, Texas, LaVonne (Junior) Bowman of Bloomington, Marlene (LeRoy) Walker, Sr. of Emmetsburg, Bev Harris of Spencer and Mildred (Robert) Ewoldt of Alta; a brother-in-law, Dr. Robert (Jackie) Sears of Ohio; nieces and nephews, other relatives, and a host of friends nation-wide.

JR was preceded in death by an infant brother Neil, his parents, one brother-in-law Emory Harris.

JR will be remembered for his patience and kindness in all situations throughout his entire lifetime.

SERVICE
Zion Lutheran Church
Ruthven, Iowa
Wednesday, June 10, 2009, 10:30 A.M.

INTERMENT
Silver Lake Cemetery
Ayrshire, Iowa

Re: Biological father

Janice6378 — 2007-03-02 20:28:28Z

Hello,
I just recently found this post. It appears that I am your niece via Donald's second marriage to Janice Elaine Schmehl. I am their son Gary Wigen's only daughter. As my parents divored when I was small, I don't know anything about his family. Glad to find another uncle!

Trygye Wigen from Norway & Portland Oregon

WillametteValleyAncestry — 2006-11-10 01:52:04Z

Information and photos of the Trygye Wigen family posted at: http://www.willamettevalleyancestry.com/wigen.html

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-05 20:33:36Z

Hi Teresa,

I sent it again, let me know if you receive it. Sometimes my emails look like spam to email filters, so you might check your filter for my email, too...
Hope this works!

-Roberta

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-05 13:32:10Z

Roberta-
I have not received an e-mail in my hotmail account. Send it again and let me know .Thanks!
-Teresa

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-03 14:46:33Z

Hi Teresa,

I sent a message to your email account. Let me know if you received it okay. I'm looking forward to chatting with you...

Hope you enjjoy your holiday weekend...

-Roberta

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-01 18:28:17Z

That would be no problem. I will probably have to get answers from my grandmother, mother, or aunt but I'm able to contact them easily. I have to tell you I didn't expect ot find relatives, this is kind of exciting! Especially since your message was over 4 years ago!
-Teresa

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-01 18:05:21Z

I don't know much, either but I'll email you directly to your hotmail account (if that's okay) and I'll tell you what I'm hoping to find... it's nice to connect with you!

-Roberta

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-01 16:04:55Z

Definitely! I don't know much. My grandmother likes to talk about it but I've only recently discovered the importance of listening (hee, hee). She is still alive. From what I do know there seems to be some mystery behind Henrietta. I don't know why I think this. What are you looking for? I know my great-grandma died shortly after I was born.

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-01 15:18:05Z

Yes! Hi Teresa,

I recognize Ardith's name as the youngest of the Vigen children. Is she still living? My grandmother was Henrietta, the third oldest child of Henry and Clara. I am trying to find more information on Clara. I'd be happy to share information if you are interested.

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-09-01 14:27:53Z

I am Ardith Vigen LaCroix's granddaughter. I believe both were buried in Bemdji but I would have to confirm that with my grandmother. I know she was a young adult when he died but I do believe they we living there. There was a family renuion in 1998 and from what I recall we visited his grave site.

Re: Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

2006-01-11 22:18:27Z

My father's name was Lloyd G. Vigen and he was Born in Adms N.D.
His Brothers were Glen,Albert,Vernon

Wigen & Vigen Land Patents

drnancytodd — 2004-07-26 03:46:13Z

Search:
http://www.glorecords.blm.gov/PatentSearch/Default.asp?

to donnie wigen

2003-01-10 03:16:17Z

hi donnie i am your aunt through marriage, your uncle sheldon is my husband,ever since we seen your name and phone number on here we have been trying to call you,please e mail back when it would be a good time to catch you home. and your phone number again, it will be good to talk to you; your aunt sharon will be real excited. i think she might have your fathers address , last time we talked to him he was fine, so untill we here from you i will say goodbye for now , your aunt julie wigen
send your e mail address,

Henry Wigen (Vigen) and Clara Emilia Braaten

robertagruber — 2002-07-24 03:43:15Z

I am looking for information about Henry Wigen (Vigen) who was born in Thief River Falls (I believe) on December 15, 1872. He married Clara Emilia Braaten in 1907. I believe they both were buried in Bemidji, MN, but I know certainly that Clara was. They had 7 children: Ruth Elizabeth Vigen Trydahl, Hazel Mildred Vigen Lortie, Henrietta Kathleen Vigen Paquin, Harold Emil Vigen, Vernon Vigen, Lloyd Vigen and Ardith Vigen LaCroix.

Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

Wigen families in Norman County Minnesota

tkcotton — 2002-03-26 23:31:16Z

Searching for any info on brothers Torstein, Esten and Sivert who resided in Norman county late 1800s and early to mid 1900's. Came from Malvik Parish, Strinda, Son Tronelog, Norway. Other brothers Ole and Peder also came to USA, unknown what happened to them. Name also seen as Vigen

my grandfather is George o WIGEN FROM IOWA

juniorpb — 2002-01-28 01:50:38Z

my dad is Louis george Wigen Sr He passed away in 1966. My grandfather came from NORWAY WITH SEVERAL BROTHERS AND CHANGED THEIR NAME FROM oLISON ( MAY BE SPELLED DIFERNT) Could this be a reltive?

Biological Father

2000-10-18 18:53:36Z

Hi Donnie R. Wigen,
This is your brother. How you doing? We are back in Michigan (go figure)Our ph. # is 734-384-4700 x2009. Call me when you can.
Fraternally, P.W.

relative

2000-10-11 14:47:39Z

Your grandfather could very well be a relative to my grandfather Napolean Wigen who was also from Norway. At one time they changed there name from Vigen to Benson and then back to Wigen. I ton't have any further information than that except they settled in Duluth, Minnisota. The only person I know that could possible help you wit this information would be Sharon Hill, who is a grand daughter to Napolean. I am presently trying to find my biological father Donald Albert Wigen. Have no clue where he is???

Biological father

2000-10-11 14:36:13Z

Hi! I am the brother to William P. Wigen and we are both trying to locate our father
Donald Albert Wigen. The last I heard he was living in San Jose, Ca. He had two brother's
Clifford and Sheldon Wigen, as well as his sister Sharon Hill. I am sure that Donald
Wigen is in his 70's by now. Someone please help us to locate Donal Albert Wigen.
Thanks- Donnie Wigen Hm. # 1-850-932-0850 1901 Ladybird Ln. Gulf Breeze, Fl. 32561

Biological father

2000-10-11 14:32:23Z

Hi! I am the brother to William P. Wigen and
we are both trying to locate our father
Donald Albert Wigen. The last I heard he was
living in San Jose, Ca. He had two brother's
Clifford and Sheldon Wigen, as well as his
sister Sharon Hill. I am sure that Donald
Wigen is in his 70's by now. Someone please
help us to locate Donal Albert Wigen.
Thanks- Donnie Wigen Hm. # 1-850-932-0850
1901 Ladybird Ln. Gulf Breeze, Fl. 32561
Sharon.

Ancestors

2000-09-26 19:47:03Z

Hi, my father is/was Donald Albert Wigen. I have no memmory of him at all, as my mom he seperated when I was a tot. I think my grandfather's name was Nick Wigen he came from Norway. They settled in Mn. around St. Paul I think. I know my father has a sister named Sharon. Thats about all I know, but would very much like to know more about my long lost family.

Robert Wigen

2000-04-05 16:49:05Z

I have a brother named Robert George Wigen living in Post Falls, Idaho. My father and his is Marvin Kindle Wigen age 72 also living in Post Falls. My grandfather was George Wigen, who died in his thirties in a mining accident. I think his family originated from Montana. I would very much like to trace my ancestors.

Wigen Ancestors

2000-04-05 16:44:52Z

I have a brother named Robert Wigen who is 50 and lives in Post Falls, Idaho. My father is Marvin Wigen, age 72, also living in Post Falls, Idaho. His parents originated out of Montana. Any connection?

Robert Wigen

2000-02-11 01:13:53Z

I don't know if he was a relative of
mine or not. I'm looking for any
ancestors I may have- our family
isn't sure as to where/who they are. I live in Wisconsin.

Robert Wigen

2000-02-11 01:13:00Z

I don't know if he was a relative of mine or not. I'm looking for any ancestors I may have- our family isn't sure as to where/who they are.

Robert Wigen

1999-06-10 23:03:26Z

Robert was a pilot in the US Army posted at Dawson Creek BC, building the Alaska highway in WWII. He died in the Korean War in 1950 at the age of 32. He was born in 1918. He lived in Seattle, working for Boeing. Was this man a member of your family? I have an interesting and urgent message for any living relative.

DONNIE WIGEN, FATHER OF MICHELLE

2001-07-18 04:04:28Z

DEAR MR. WIGEN,
IF I HAVE THE RIGHT DONNIE WIGEN, YOUR DAUGHTER MICHELLE WAS ONE OF MY BEST FRIENDS IN HIGH SCHOOL. MY NAME IS NANCY WIGGINS BALK AND I WENT TO PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL, CLASS OF 1989.

I HAVEN'T TALKED TO MICHELLE IN QUITE A WHILE, AND WOULD LIKE TO GET TOGETHER WITH HER. I HEARD SHE MOVED IN WITH HER MOM, BUT HER NUMBER IS NOT LISTED; WHEN YOU TALKED TO HER AGAIN, PLEASE ASKED HER TO CALL ME AT 475-0742 OR EMAIL ME AT NKBALK@AOL.COM.

GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR RESEARCH, I HAVE BEEN RESEARCHING BOTH SIDES OF MY FATHER'S PARENTS, AND IT IS VERY INTERESTING.

THANKS, NANCY

Re: Robert Wigen

2001-07-16 20:17:19Z

I am sending this a second time in case the first did not get thru to you. My father was a pilot on the Alaska Highway construction, worked from Dawson creek to Whitehorse. Born in 1918, lived in Seattle prior to and after the war at which time he worked as a pilot for Boeing, He was stationed in Korea but was not killed there.
The chances of two Wigen's with similar history would be wild unless they are one in the same. Drop me a e-mail and we can compare notes. I have my dads miltary records to compare dates. Until I hear from you. Bob Wigen

Re: Robert Wigen

Robert_Wigen — 2001-07-01 20:04:24Z

Ref. Robert Wigen, Dawson BC, pilot, Seattle, Boeing ETC. All information sounds like my dad except his death.
would be interested in comparing notes. Please e-mail r.wigen@worldnet.att.net, so we can exchange information. Thank you, Robert G Wigen