Jeffrey Joseph Wenger passed away peacefully on the morning of Sept. 18, 2019. Surrounded by the love of his family and the melodies of Bach, he slipped out of this life in the quiet, humble manner that he had walked on the earth.
Jeff had a dreamy and playful demeanor, a wildly inquisitive mind, and a creative and adventurous spirit that were indicative of his leap year age.
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