Eugene “Gene” Wester

Eugene “Gene” Wester, 80, passed away peacefully on February 11, 2023 in Albuquerque, NM due to complications of endstage dementia.

He was born July 23, 1942 in Port Washington, WI to Henry and Viola Wester of Belgium, WI.

After graduating from Port Washington H.S. in 1960 and working in the area for several years, Gene moved his young family to Albuquerque in the early 1970’s. He proudly worked in the electrical departments of Allwoods, Builders Square and Home Depot where he retired in 2010. Gene enjoyed volunteering his time at the Meadowlark Senior Center and was known throughout his life as “the helpful neighborhood handyman”.

He is preceded in death by his daughter Jill Brady, parents, brother Neil Wester and wife Marsha, brother Wayne Wester and brother-in-law Russ Janowiak.

He is survived by his dedicated and loving wife of 22 years Alberta “Berta” Wester, daughter Jodi Darnell (Andy), son Brian Wester (Christine) and son-inlaw Ed Brady all of NM. He is also survived by brother Bob Wester (Diane), brother Paul Wester (Mary), sister Mary Janowiak and sister-in-law Cherie Reed Wester all of WI. Gene was blessed to have many friends and family members including inlaws, nieces, nephews, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

He will be remembered for his kindness, his sense of humor and his willingness to help. We love you, Eddie Dunn.

On March 11, 2023 a Rosary (9:30 am), Mass (10am) and reception will be held at San Ysidro Catholic Church located at 5015 Corrales Road Corrales, NM 87048

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Dementia Society of America.