Hugo Carl Christian Wedemeyer

1929 - 2017

Hugo Carl Christian Wedemeyer obituary, 1929-2017, Metairie, LA

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Hugo Wedemeyer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 17, 2017.

Hugo Wedemeyer, age 88, resident of Metairie, Louisiana, and the French Quarter, died on Wednesday, August 16, 2017. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, he was the son of Carl and Violet Wedemeyer. He attended Fortier High School in New Orleans and Tulane University.





He was preceded in death by his wife of 39 years Stella Mongeau Wedemeyer and his daughter Heidi Wedemeyer. Survivors include his four children: Carl Wedemeyer, Eric Wedemeyer, Lisa Rogers, and Kristi Hilgaertner; two daughters-in law: Susan Wedemeyer and Sachiko Wedemeyer; two sons-in-law: Chuck Sears and Matthew Hilgaertner; his sister Barbara Edmunson; and five grandchildren.





Also preceding him in death was his second wife Barbara Elliott Wedemeyer, with whom he enjoyed 22 years of marriage. He shared with Barbara her four children and their spouses: Bill Elliott III, Barbara and Dale Higgins, Betsy and Henry Guepet, and Beverly Branch; ten grandchildren, and six great-grandchildren.





After serving in the Air Force during the Korean War, he embarked on a long and distinguished career in the marine insurance business, retiring from Southern Marine & Aviation Underwriters in 1989. After retirement, he enthusiastically indulged his love of art, music, philosophy, travel, and general good living. He was active in civic and arts organizations including the Historic New Orleans Collection, the New Orleans Opera, and the Mardi Gras Krewe of Sparta, where he served as Duke of the French Quarter. He was a long-time and ardent supporter of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra as donor, board member, and archivist.





A loving and much-loved father, grandfather, husband, and friend of many, he will be fondly remembered for his humor, sharp mind, disdain for all things mediocre, and his relentless quest for the perfect Sazerac.





A celebration of his life will be held on Tuesday, August 22, 2017 at 5:30 p.m. at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in New Orleans.





In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.





To view and sign the guestbook, please visit lakelawnmetairie.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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August 24, 2017

Marna Brigtsen

It is with sadness I read of Mr. Wedemeyer's passing. He and his wife have been regular customers at Brigtsen's and always a pleasure to see. Oh deepest sympathies to the family.

August 21, 2017

Diana Mongeau

With deepest sympathy because we care, may all the memories bring you solace during this time and bring you comfort. Sent with love and remembrance. Diana and Ralph Mongeau

August 21, 2017

Our sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers are with the Wedemeyer family.
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August 20, 2017

James Hitzman

Condolences to the family of Hugo Wedemeyer. Hugo enjoyed life and was a great husband to our cousin Barbara Elliott Wedemeyer. You will be missed but not forgotten.

August 19, 2017

Dear Kris, Carl, Eric, Lisa, spouses and grandchildren, We are so sorry for you in the loss of your father, Hugo. Blessing to each of your families and we are praying for your and pray that you will remember all of the wonderful years you had your father. With Love, Jeff (dad) and Berni (mom)

August 19, 2017

My deepest condolences to the family.
May the God of unconditional love,
console your grieving heart during
the loss of your dear beloved one.
During the challenging days ahead,
may the God of loving kindness,give
you the needed strength to endure.
My sincere and heartfelt prayers
are with you.
(Psalms 121)

TE, New Orleans, Louisiana

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