Evelyn Elaine Wiesnet
July 21, 1929 ~ February 19, 2020
Evelyn Elaine Wiesnet of Oakton, Virginia, died peacefully on February 19, 2020.
She was born on July 21, 1929, in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Esther and Francis Alfonso Jordan.
Evelyn is survived by her loving husband, Donald, her sons Andrew (Vicki) of Vashon, WA, and Peter (Linda) of Centreville, VA, and daughters Elizabeth (Will) Stettner of Herndon, VA, and Ellen Hagey of Bothell, WA. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; April Stettner, Nicholas Wiesnet, Melissa Stettner, Kevin Hagey, Allison Hagey, Jackson Wiesnet, Samuel Wiesnet, and Luke Wiesnet, whom she loved and cherished dearly.
In 1951 Evelyn graduated from State University of New York College for Teachers at Buffalo. Her first teaching position was on Grand Island, NY. In 1952, she married Donald R. Wiesnet and they relocated to Arlington, VA, where Don accepted a position with the U.S. Geological Survey. In 1954, they settled in Vienna, VA, to raise their family. In the late 1960’s Evelyn returned to her first love – teaching. She accepted a position at Vienna Elementary where she taught Kindergarten. In the fall of 1986, she accepted a position as a First Grade Teacher at Flint Hill Elementary, where she stayed until her retirement in 1992.
During her 24 years in the classroom Evelyn touched the hearts and minds of hundreds of young Vienna students with her supportive and nurturing style of teaching. Evelyn’s love of teaching and serving others continued after retirement. As an active member of Vienna Presbyterian Church, Evelyn held positions of Sunday School Teacher, Circle Leader, Deacon, and Elder with a focus on teaching English as a Second Language. She often said, “Vienna Presbyterian Church has been my rock, my anchor, and my strength in times of joy, in times of worry, and in times of sorrow”.
Evelyn’s spirit will live on in many of us who were blessed with her love, lessons, and guidance.
The family will receive friends and family at Money & King Funeral Home, Vienna, VA, on March 6, 2020, from 2-4pm and 6-8pm.
Funeral service will be at Vienna Presbyterian Church, Vienna, VA on March 7, 2020, at 2:00pm.
In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to Vienna Presbyterian Church or Goodwin Hospice.
Vienna Presbyterian Church Goodwin House Hospice
124 Park Street N.E. 4800 Fillmore Avenue
Vienna, VA 22180 Alexandria VA 22311
Phone: 703.938.9050 703.820.1488
Email: vpcmain@viennapres.org https://www.goodwinhouse.org/giving/
https://viennapres.org/online-giving/
Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery on
She was born on July 21, 1929, in Buffalo, New York, the daughter of Esther and Francis Alfonso Jordan.
Evelyn is survived by her loving husband, Donald, her sons Andrew (Vicki) of Vashon, WA, and Peter (Linda) of Centreville, VA, and daughters Elizabeth (Will) Stettner of Herndon, VA, and Ellen Hagey of Bothell, WA. She is also survived by eight grandchildren; April Stettner, Nicholas Wiesnet, Melissa Stettner, Kevin Hagey, Allison Hagey, Jackson Wiesnet, Samuel Wiesnet, and Luke Wiesnet, whom she loved and cherished dearly.
In 1951 Evelyn graduated from State University of New York College for Teachers at Buffalo. Her first teaching position was on Grand Island, NY. In 1952, she married Donald R. Wiesnet and they relocated to Arlington, VA, where Don accepted a position with the U.S. Geological Survey. In 1954, they settled in Vienna, VA, to raise their family. In the late 1960’s Evelyn returned to her first love – teaching. She accepted a position at Vienna Elementary where she taught Kindergarten. In the fall of 1986, she accepted a position as a First Grade Teacher at Flint Hill Elementary, where she stayed until her retirement in 1992.
During her 24 years in the classroom Evelyn touched the hearts and minds of hundreds of young Vienna students with her supportive and nurturing style of teaching. Evelyn’s love of teaching and serving others continued after retirement. As an active member of Vienna Presbyterian Church, Evelyn held positions of Sunday School Teacher, Circle Leader, Deacon, and Elder with a focus on teaching English as a Second Language. She often said, “Vienna Presbyterian Church has been my rock, my anchor, and my strength in times of joy, in times of worry, and in times of sorrow”.
Evelyn’s spirit will live on in many of us who were blessed with her love, lessons, and guidance.
The family will receive friends and family at Money & King Funeral Home, Vienna, VA, on March 6, 2020, from 2-4pm and 6-8pm.
Funeral service will be at Vienna Presbyterian Church, Vienna, VA on March 7, 2020, at 2:00pm.
In lieu of flowers the family requests contributions to Vienna Presbyterian Church or Goodwin Hospice.
Vienna Presbyterian Church Goodwin House Hospice
124 Park Street N.E. 4800 Fillmore Avenue
Vienna, VA 22180 Alexandria VA 22311
Phone: 703.938.9050 703.820.1488
Email: vpcmain@viennapres.org https://www.goodwinhouse.org/giving/
https://viennapres.org/online-giving/
Burial will be at Arlington National Cemetery on
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Our condolences to the Weisnet family. When we were United into the family what a wonderful blessing it was to our family. We shall cherish her in our hearts and prayers. Sandy Morrison, Jerry & Bich Burch
Evelyn was a beautiful lady and a cherished neighbor.Our families had many happy moments. God bless her and your family. Marie Fama
I have so many fond memories of Mrs. Wiesnet as I was at the house a lot after I met Beth in the sixth grade. It was so wonderful to be able to see her and your Dad at Sunrise the past 5 years. She was a lovely lady who will be missed by many. Cassie Kudej
Dear Ellen and Family ~ I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear mom. It’s been too long since I’ve seen her, but I will always remember her as she is in this photo ~ a beautiful person inside and out. She was a gift of light, kindness and grace to all who were blessed to know her. May you find comfort in all the wonderful memories you made together. God’s blessings. Kathy (Sedlock) Rogers
Mrs. Wiesnet was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known. He broke the mold after He made her. My condolences and love to the entire family. – Linda (Ewing) Baker
My son was fortunate enough to have had Mrs. Wiesnet for first grade at Flint Hill Elementary School in 1990. She was a treasure. She was so loving and so nurturing of her students, and so supportive of the parents. We have loved her all these years. My condolences to her family. She was one in a million. Trish Godfrey
Dear sweet Aunt Evie, I will always remember the Virginia Wiesnets visits to our home in Syracuse, N.Y. We all looked forward to your visits and loved seeing our Wiesnet family. Aunt Evie will surely be missed but my sweet memories of her will always stay in my heart. Love , Deborah Wiesnet Le Clair.?
Dear Wiesnet Family and Friends, Evelyn was a devoted teacher who set high expectations for all her students. Her love of teaching was so evident in her well planned execution of curriculum. She made me so proud to know her. My prayers go out to you during this difficult time. Sincerely, Dale Bailey Brooks Winston-Salem, NC Assistant Principal, Flint Hill Elem. 1986 – 1989
Mrs. Wiesnet was the best teacher my son experienced at Flint Hill Elementary. Sheri Mirilovich
Mrs. Wiesnet made everyone she encountered feel special! She must have blessed thousands of students over the years! I was lucky enough to be her neighbor. My love goes out to her family! Laura (Ewing) Chillura
My condolences to the family, Mrs. Wiesnet was my first teacher and my favorite teacher. May she rest in peace.
While I dont think I was a student of Mrs Wiesnet, I do remember her from my days at Vienna elementary.
My condolences to the family.