Wanda A. (Hosea) Tekker, 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on July 16, 2020. Wanda was born in Savannah, TN on August 17, 1940, to the late Cecil and Wilma ( Frazier) Hosea.
Wanda is survived by her children: Mike (Geni) Dial, Jeff (Lisa) Dial, Denise Dial (Chris Donahue), Renee (Ron) McCall; step-children, Drinda (Bill) Schlundt and Tom Tekker Jr.; a sister, Vickey (Gary) Hartman; 15 grandchildren; and 29 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Wanda was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands (Lawton Dial & Tom Tekker Sr.) 4 brothers and 3 sisters.
Wanda was a care giver her whole life. She started with taking care of her paralyzed brother-in-law, becoming a nurse's aid after he passed, and her parents after a car accident. After taking care of the sick she turned her care giving abilities to children, opening her own daycare and becoming known as 'Gramma Wanda' by the many children that passed through her doors.
In her spare time she enjoyed planting flowers in the spring. She also took care of the lawn herself and took great pride in keeping a clean home.
Wanda loved to attend her families various gatherings and activities, especially sporting events.
Wanda enjoyed having pets in her home, from poodles to parakeets.
Wanda was known for being feisty and lots of fun. She will be missed by many.
The family would like to thank North Woods Village Memory care for providing loving care to Wanda for the last 2 years. Thank you also to Elara Caring Hospice for comforting Wanda and the family in the last few months of her life.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Elara Caring Hospice, 2515 N. Bendix Dr. #103, South Bend, IN 46628 and to the Alzheimer's Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., Fl.17, Chicago, IL 60601.
Visitation for Wanda will be held on Sunday, July 19th, from 2-5pm, and Funeral Services on Monday, July 20th, at 10:00 a.m., all at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home, 10776 McKinley Highway, Osceola, In 46561. Burial will take place immediately after services at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.