Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Amideus Wickers Obituary
Wickers O.S.M., Fr. Amideus M. a solemn professed friar and priest of the Order of Friars Servants of Mary (Servites)-U.S.A. Province. He died Saturday, February 28, 2004 at St. Maria Himmelfahrt, Buer, Germany. He was 87 years of age and a priest for 54 years. He is the son of the late Henry and the late Mary Catherine (nee Fitzgerald), loving brother of the late Margaret (the late Edward) Sewnig, the late Dorothy (late Robert) Tierney, the late Henry B. Jr., the late William Stanley and the late Mary, the late Eileen (the late Leon) Tobolski, the late Johanna, the late John Kenneth (Theresa), the late Robert, the late Mary (the late Eugene) Howard, late Daniel O'Connell, Adele (the late Celestine "Bud") Leiker, loving uncle of many nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews and numerous cousins. Funeral Liturgy was celebrated on March 6, 2004 at St. Maria Himmelfahrt, Buer, Germany and interment was in the Buer Cemetery, Germany. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Sorrows Basilica, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, on Saturday, April 3 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Our Lady of Sorrows, 3121 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL, 60612. For Info., Ahern Funeral Home, 708-383-5700.To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Amideus Wickers
Stephanie Wickers
April 7, 2004
I didn't know Fr.Don all that well, even though once a year he would spend time at my grandpa and grandma's, (John "Ken" and Teresa Wickers), house. But I loved him none the less.And I hope he is watching over us now.
Tom Leiker
April 6, 2004
Whenever Uncle Don would visit the Chicago area he always made it a point to call or visit if he could. Though no longer a practicing Catholic, I always asked for his blessing before we said goodby for that blessing remains one of my fondest childhood memories. I will miss that blessing.
Barbara Chadderton
April 6, 2004
I always enjoyed taking Fr. Don & his brother, my dad,(John"Ken" Wickers) to the movies. Unless he didn't like the movie, even if it was his choice, then I never heard the end of it! I loved him and I'll miss him.
Cathy Leiker
April 3, 2004
My uncle, Fr. Don, spent a week or two with me each time he traveled to America.I always stocked up on ice cream and can still see his impish smile when I would ask if it was time to dish it up. I enjoyed his visits very much. I will miss him.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Rev. Bob Moynihan
April 2, 2004
At the party following my brother's baptism, my Methodist grandfather was hesitant to have a beer (a first time for everything) with a clergyman in the room. He had a much better view of Catholicism, as well as a cold beer, as soon as Fr. Don asked for one. My Aunt Mary swore she got pregant every time Fr. Don gave a blessing when leaving her house. What a fine man, a great life and legacy. Stehen Sie im Friedens-, gutem und zuverlässigem Bediensteten still.
Catherine (Peskac) Williams
April 1, 2004
I was happy to be able to visit with Fr. Amideus in Chicago, last year, at Clarence Peskac's 90th birthday, happy to have some pictures with him to remember him by, since we were both in the same grade at St. Cecilia's. Had a great visit with him.
Karen Englehart
April 1, 2004
I met Father Don at various Peskac family gatherings. He was a friendly likeable guy. Actually delightful to meet and visit with.
Jerri Tobolski
April 1, 2004
I thoroughly enjoyed being with Fr. Don. He would answer my questions regarding the Faith and explain why. I will miss his visits very much and I will miss talking with him. Most of all I will miss his very helpful blessings. I sure hope Fr. Don, Gary, Eileen and Gram are enjoying themselves.
Janet Tobolski
April 1, 2004
Father Don was a most caring loving person and my husband and I truly enjoyed him and loved him dearly.
I know he is with Jesus now and watching over all of us.
Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results
Make a Donation
in Amideus Wickers's name
Memorial Events
for Amideus Wickers
People and places connected with Amideus
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Amideus's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Amideus Wickers's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
