Charles John Wegner

Charles John Wegner passed away at the age of 80 in Mounds, OK, on March 9th, 2022. He was born November 1, 1941 in Ponca City, OK to Benjamin Victor Wegner and Pearl Evelyn Wegner (Taylor).

Charles was married to Reba Levonia Bradford and later remarried to Shirley Corrinne Smock on October 2, 1978 in Miami, OK. Charles was a proud veteran who served in the United States Army.

He worked in construction as a brick and stone mason, and was also a bull rider. Charles loved dogs and was a huge advocate for them. He enjoyed building things, gambling, his dogs and the great outdoors. He was a true cowboy and loved watching old westerns and John Wayne and loved country music.

Charles was outgoing, kind and made friends wherever he went. He loved his family and was a devoted father, grandfather and friend to everyone.

He raised dogs for over forty years and loved all of his dogs. He was a huge advocate and worked with many rescue agencies over the years.

Charles was preceded in death by his parents and stepsons; Rick Wayt and Clint Smock.

Charles will be greatly missed by all who knew him. He is survived by one daughter, Sandra Schmidt and husband Robert of Mounds, OK, two step-daughter's; Cindy Brown, and Terri Vance, step-son Clint Smock and six grandchildren; Daniel, Justin, Nicholas, Ashley, Chelsea and Natalie along with a host of other family and friends.