Vivian Gail Wiemann, nee Warren, 59 of Arnold, MO, born July 26, 1963 at Fort Campbell, KY, passed away at Mercy Hospital early Thursday, February 9th 2023 surrounded by family.
The second of four children, she started life known “Baby Gail” and eventually as just “Gail”. Spending most of her early childhood in North Carolina after stints in Kentucky, California, and Okinawa by way of Uncle Sam, Gail was known as a champion tree climber, master rock skipper, pogo aficionado, and world class fruit thief. She was always game for the best kind of harmless mischief. Gail and her family finally settled in Collinsville, IL in 1974. The daughter of a career solider, Gail enlisted in the United States Air Force after high school.
After leaving the service, Gail enrolled at Southern Illinois University – Edwardsville and graduated with a degree in education, eventually earning her master’s degree in History. Gail was a beloved teacher with the Desoto School District for over 20 years. She first taught computers, then government. In time, she moved on to teach American History, her first true love. Gail was admired by her students and colleagues alike, chaperoning several class trips to Washington, D.C.
A chance encounter during a bus ride to Hermann, MO changed Gail’s life forever. A charming man took the seat next to her and they became inseparable from that day. Gail and Dan were truly partners in life and their friendship was unmistakable. They built a beautiful home, where Gail loved to sit in her sunroom with the dogs, looking at the magnificent trees surrounding the property. They would have celebrated 24 years of marriage this June.
Gail loved to travel, and she and Dan took countless trips together. They collected lifelong friends at every stop. Gail’s favorite destination was her own little strip of beach on South Padre Island, TX where they purchased a condo and spent as much time as possible.
Gail was adored by her family, friends, colleagues and students for her quick wit, no nonsense attitude, work ethic, compassion and generosity. Gail never showed up empty handed, always with a card or a gift, whatever the occasion. She will be profoundly missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Walter “Gene” and Alma “Jane”, nee Graham, Warren and sister-in-law Beth Warren. Surviving are her husband Daniel Wiemann of Arnold, MO; in-laws Ruth Ann (John) Newland and George (Karen) Wiemann; siblings Tracy (Dennis) Hermanson, Gordon Warren, and Glen (Dolores) Warren; sister-in-law Tammy (Mike) Wiemann; brothers-in-law Mike (Pam) Newland, David (Hye Cha) Newland, and Rick (Amy) Newland; nieces and nephews David, Morgan, Sunny, Lacey, Bryley, Seth, and Brianna; great niece and nephews, cousins, immeasurable friends, neighbors, travel buddies, fellow educators and students.
Services: Memorial visitation will be held at Kutis South County Chapel (5255 Lemay Ferry) on Friday 2/17 from 10AM until service at Noon. Interment at JB National Cemetery. Donations may be made in lieu of flowers via check payable to DeSoto School District, memo line: Gail Wiemann Memorial DC Scholarship at 610 Vineland School Rd, Desoto, MO 63020 or by visiting https://gofund.me/8184bfbf
My Love, I will forever miss you. We made such a good team. We’ve accomplished so much together and getting ready to fully enjoy the fruits of our labor. You left me to soon. I will have to find my way in the dark. Please love, forgive me for my faults and sometimes ridiculous anger outburst. I am truly sorry for those moments. Will you also please guide and protect me from myself. Be my light ✨️. Help me make good decisions and stay on the path. I will do my best to not wander aimlessly. I LOVE YOU ENDLESSLY
My friend, I will miss you deeply, think of you fondly and smile, as I am truly blessed to have had you in my life. I am grateful for your love, for your love of my children and family. I will cherish our memories, treasure our conversations and remember all of the fun we had together.
I promise to take you with us!
I will always hold a place for you in my heart.
Danny, you have my sympathy and my love. I am always here for you. I am so very sorry for your loss.
“We only surrender our body in death – our heart and our soul live forever.’
– Mother Teresa
Dan, no words are necessary from me. I’m so so sorry we had to let her go be with her mom so soon. I’m always here. Please let us all help in any way. Love you.
Sure will miss my firecracker buddy. Good thing you and I were not together a whole lot , we could sure get in a lot of trouble together. Rest in peace Gail , will miss you.
I’ll miss you Mrs. Wiemann! Thank you for being the best teacher I’ve ever had! It’s going to be hard moving on without you, but I know you lived a great life and I hope to see you again soon.
I’ll miss you so much, Mrs. Wiemann. I’m so thankful to have had you as my teacher in junior high and high school. Thank you for always being there and supporting me in my studies and my sports. I will never forget that. I will miss you. I hope you rest in peace. ❤️
Mrs. Wiemann,
You had no idea how much you really meant to me. You were the greatest teacher, and also the greatest friend I ever had. Walking into DHS will never be the same again knowing that you are no longer here. I am so thankful that we got so close on my trip to D.C., and that our friendship kept growing beyond that. I would have never thought that the last time I would see you would be at my bridal shower. God has given me peace that you are with Jesus now and I hope you are having the time of your life up there! I will miss you until I get to hug you again in God’s kingdom.
I love you ❤️
Fabio and I will miss you so much. You were an excellent colleague and beautiful, funny friend. I am so happy we had the chance to get to know each other better on the car rides to summer school. It was our pleasure to take you to school on the days Dan would pick you up so you could go to your happy place on breaks. I am sorry we didn’t get the chance to say goodbye. We will never forget the wonderful times we shared.
Danny, I can’t tell you how sorry we are for your loss. Gail was a wonderful, kind, generous, compassionate, loving person. She will be dearly missed. She is in Gods hands and you will be strong for her. Sorry we are out of the country at this difficult time.We love you.
For me Gail will forever be the girl who danced beside me on a chair at a Tom Petty concert. Rock on baby Gail!
I have a heavy heart this week. My deepest sympathies go out to Gail’s husband and family. She was an amazing colleague and a truly dedicated teacher. Her humor and sarcasm were uncanny. She touched many lives, and I’m grateful I had the opportunity to cross paths with her.
Mrs. Wiemann,
I didn’t get to the chance to know you for very long but the year that I was able to get to know you was the best. You helped me a lot and you where an amazing NHS leader to all and you always brought the best morning snacks! It will not be the same without you there and the D.C. trip will not be as well but I know you are looking down on everyone. You are with God now and I know you are happy and enjoying your time up there. Thank you for everything you have done not only for me but everyone you have met. Rest in peace you will forever be missed.
I am so sorry for your family’s loss, Mrs. Wiemann was a very kind person.
I had her for summer school one year and she was awesome. I was shocked and upset to hear of her passing. Prayers for your family, My prayers are with you all. She will be missed.
I loved my sister with all my heart. She took care of our parents as they aged and has always helped everyone in the family through difficult times. She worked hard at her craft of teaching young minds. She found the love of her life in Dan Wiemann who cherished her and became such an integral part of our family. My heart is heavy for Dan and all of my family members who will miss Gail always.
Mrs. wiemann, we will always miss you, I will remember you when I hear the song renaissance man, or when the whole 5th hour is dancing and singing terribly. You made world history fun, and thats hard to do. I will miss when you looked at me every time the boys did something dumb, and we would just laugh at them or when I didnẗ know something, and you would find a way to help me understand. I only met you this year, but I will remember you for a lifetime. To Mr. Dan, I have not yet met you, but I have heard wonderful things about you. She was always talking about you, about how sometimes you dont understand, but she said that was just men, she would say you swooped her off her feet and made her feel safe. I wish I had talked to her more, for I did not think she would leave us so soon. To the family of Mrs. wiemann you had a wonderful person in your life, and I am so lucky to have meet her. I will always miss her, and nobody in this world could replace her. May she rest in peace, and you all find happiness in your life. Even though she is gone, she is always with you and always will be remembered.
Gail, My memories of you are far too few. But forever in my heart. You always struck me as someone with a quiet strength. Cousins are so special. Just instant comfort when we meet. I pray for all the family , especially your husband . I know your loss will be felt for a long time . You were a good soul . Until we meet again cuz, you are forever in my heart.
I Love You so much my dear sister, wishing you were still here with us, was one of the hardest things I’ve ever felt as you passed and left us; and now for several nights after and even daytime dream thoughts my mind kept believing you were still here, trying to guide us with your learned wisdom. I, and Bryley and Brianna, and Dee, will all terribly miss you, I know everyone else does too, no one more than your loyal husband Dan, and I feel extremely aggrieved for his loss as beyond measure for him especially.
Unfortunately only a wishful consciousness for me, as I would snap out of my waking and daydreams to realize it is not to be, but still it made me feel I believe your prescence is still here with us, though in the next realm, making me feel my belief we have souls is real even though I do not believe most pronouncements of any religions.
Rest in peace dear sister, find your way there, always Loving You, so many memories I have to cherish, in the lives we had together in our family, you were taken away too soon, and you have done so much in the life you have lived.
Gail was always the consummate professional. She was truly dedicated to her craft and fully committed to her students. She was a great friend to colleagues and a strong mentor to younger teachers. Gail was loved and respected by her students. She offered a rare mix of high expectations for behavior, lofty academic standards, and compassionate care. She will be missed terribly at DHS, but she will live on in the hearts of countless students and friends. We are all blessed for our connections to her.
Gail, our most wonderful neighbor, we will miss you so much! It has been a privilege and honor to have known you and grow alongside you. You had this amazing ability to make everyone you encountered feel seen. You had such a kind and giving heart. The love for life you had was so evident in everything you did. It is hard to put into words the ache we feel when we come home and cannot wave to you while you read on your front porch. Thank you for allowing us the privilege of knowing and loving you. Until we meet again in Heaven and get to hug you once more, we will carry you with us in our fond memories and hearts.
Hi Dan!
I’m Kym Cashen (CA) . Gail and I were friends since high school. My son Harley and I were about to attend your wedding to Gail. I want to express my deep condolences to you for your loss. I knew when Gail first talked about you that you were different and special. Thank you so much for taking care of my dear friend all these years. My son (28) still remembers that you guys took us out in your boat on the lake and you let him steer the boat!
I have been so Blessed to have Gail as my dear friend all these years. I know you made her happy. RIP Gail Wiemann. Love you forever. ️
These condolence messages are a wonderful tribute to what a great person Gail was. So heartfelt, just the way she touched everyone. Can feel the love coming from each & everyone. Thanks you are for sharing. It still hard to comprehend she’s gone. Sure will miss her mischievous smile & twinkle in her eye️
Tim & Barb
Tracy Hermanson, Gordon & Glen Warren:
I’m so sorry for the loss of your Sister Gail. She was always there for me throughout my whole life…I have so many memories of Gail. I was lucky to see here over the years and we always kept in touch. I saw her in TX, Hollywood, her wedding, and also when she was at a teachers conference at USC. That’s just off the top of my head. You all treated me like family when we were growing up. I know she loved you all and her nieces and nephews etc. My conferences to you all. I’d hoped to make it to her services but was unable to. I’ll be keeping you all in my prayers and sending you positive vibes.
RIP Gail ♥️️
Dan Wiemann
Hi Dan!
It’s Kym Cashen (CA). We my son Harley and I were lucky to meet you at your wedding. I knew that you were important to Gail right away when you first starting dating. On the Phone I could hear that you were special. So happy we got to celebrate with you. My deepest condolences. I want to thank you as well because I know that Gail was happy with you. Thank you for taking such good care of my dear friend all these years. My son (28) auto remembers when you guys took us out on your boat at the lake and you let him steer. My prayers and good vibes going out to you and her family.
Tracy Hermanson, Gordon & Glen Warren
Please accept my condolences to you and your family. Gail was my dear friend for 47 years since high school. She was a great friend to me over all these years. We were lucky enough that we kept in touch all through the years. I know how much she loved her family and her nieces and nephews. I realize that over all these years I don’t have a single bad memory with Gail! She was always there so positive. I know Gail always looked forward to her DC trips and will contribute in her name as soon as I Can. Your family always treated me like I was one of you. I’ll keep you all in my prayers and am sending you good vibes. Tracy had my info if I can do anything.
My Love, its been a couple of weeks now and I am still devastated. It is quiet here without you. I miss you terribly and with the help of all our family and friends they are keeping me on track. Your sister is taking her loss very hard as expected. She misses you more than you will ever know. I am struggling sending out all the thank yous that are necessary to show my appreciation. I Love Babe.