Rodney Eugene Wesner, 94, of Windsor, Missouri, died Thursday morning, November 5, 2026, at his home.
He was born September 9, 1932, in Windsor, the son of John Alfred Wesner II and Thelma Lois (Kachner) Wesner. Rodney graduated from Windsor High School in 1950 and then from the School of Pharmacy, University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1954. Following in his grandfather and father’s footsteps, Rodney returned to Windsor to work at Wesner’s Drug Store as a third-generation pharmacist. Helping countless Windsor families, he owned and operated the store for over 40 years, retiring in 1998. After selling the store, he continued to work for Royal Oaks Hospital for 15 years.
On October 26, 1958, Rodney married Beverly Ann Murray at the Windsor United Methodist Church, and they were the parents of two children, Brad and Suzanne. They enjoyed attending concerts, operas, and musicals, always with a stop at a restaurant on the way for Beverly. She preceded him in death on August 26, 2017.
Rodney had a life-long love of photography and amassed a vast collection of slides, photos, and videos. He served several terms as Mayor of Windsor and was a member of the former Jaycees and various business organizations over the years, including a group of Windsor individuals who established the Windsor airport. He enjoyed woodworking and was an aviation and classic car enthusiast. He was the proud owner of a 1957 Golden Hawk Studebaker. He was known for telling stories that wove history and experiences in a way that captured the attention of listeners and will be remembered for the countless two-dollar bills he gifted over the years. He was currently a member of the Windsor Historical Society and the Windsor United Methodist Church. He was a Sunday School teacher and, as a ministry of the church, Rodney placed a weekly inspirational thought on the church sign for many years for passersby on Main Street to read.
Survivors include 2 children, Brad Wesner (Michelle), Simpsonville, SC; a daughter Suzanne Wesner, Windsor, MO; 4 grandchildren, Kelsey Appleton (Kevin), Valorie Wesner, Destiny Wesner, and Bryson Wesner; a great-grandson, Ezra Appleton; a sister-in-law, Ann Wesner, Carlisle, PA; 3 nieces, Valerie Counts (Don), Vicki Ferdig (Gary), and Becky Gallagher (Tim); and several great-nephews and nieces and great-great-nephews and nieces. In addition to his wife Beverly, he was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, John A. Wesner III; a niece Adrienne Wesner; a nephew, John A. Wesner IV; and a sister-in-law, Sue Taylor and her husband Mike.
Memorial services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Windsor United Methodist Church with Pastor Carrie Hull officiating. A coffee and cookie reception will follow in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Burial will take place at 4:00 p.m. in the Laurel Oak Cemetery, Windsor. The family suggests contributions to the Windsor United Methodist Church in care of the Hadley Funeral Home, Windsor. Condolences may be left online at www.hadleyfuneralhome.com.
