Edward W. Wengert

Edward W. Wengert, Jr. on December 15, 2024, of Deptford. Age 72. Loving father to Christina Marie Beadling (Scott) of Hammonton. Cherished brother of Elaine M. Gatton of Franklinville and Jerry Wengert (Donna) of Ridley Park, PA. Devoted grandfather of Samantha and Victoria. Great-grandfather of Amelia and Abigail. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Predeceased by Edward W Wengert Sr. and Helen Marie Wengert. Ed was born and raised in Southwest Philadelphia and attended MBS grade school and West Catholic High School. He then went on to continue his education later in life at Gloucester County College, where he obtained his associate degree majoring in accounting. Ed worked for various companies during his lifetime before being forced to go on disability due to deteriorating lung condition which include, Bailey. Banks & Bittle – Salesclerk 1975-1977, Ben Franklin Hotel - Front Desk Clerk 1977-1980, Barclay Hotel – Manager 1980-1983, Amtrak – Station Maintenance/Baggage, Crew Dispatcher, Capitol Accountant, Senior Capitol Accountant HSR Program 1988-1998. Ed was most proud of the four years he served in the United States Coast Guard. The first two years he was stationed onboard the USCGC Dallas. The Dallas made three trips to the North Atlantic and would spend two to three months at “Ocean Station Charlie” (Flemish Cap) standing watch and performing SAR missions. Dallas also made several trips to “Ocean Station” Oscar” in the Caribbean on watch and performing SAR missions. Ed was responsible for steering the ship in 30’ seas and 75 MPH winds when a hurricane hit. After two years onboard the Dallas, Ed was reassigned to CG Base Gloucester, NJ. Here he continued to perform SAR missions on the Delaware river, including a fire onboard Oil Tanker Corinthos where 26 people died. Ed had an unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He often spent his spare time researching topics of interest, working on his computer, reading books, watching movies and the Eagles games during the football season, and stamp collecting. He spent many years marching in the New Years Day Mummer’s parade in Philadelphia. Because of his love for trains, this led him to be affectionately called Pop Pop train. Ed was a man of humor and wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. His battle with serious medical issues over the years showed his courage in facing life challenges with a smile. Despite the challenges he faced, Ed came out a hero and stayed strong until the end. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Saturday, December 28, 2024, from 10am to 11am and Memorial Service from 11am to 12pm in The Chapel at BOUCHER FUNERAL HOME, 1757 Delsea Drive, Deptford, NJ 08096. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Yeadon, PA. following the service

Edward W. Wengert

September 7, 1952 - December 15, 2024