Alan Wehner

Alan Keith Wehner, beloved husband, father, papa, son-in-law, brother, and friend to many, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2026, at the age of 79, surrounded by those he loved most.

Born on July 25, 1946, in Liberty, New York, to Alfred and Myra Wehner,  Alan was the second oldest of seven children, following his sister JoAnn, and alongside Rita, Bea, Bob, Joe, and Sandy. In 1957, his family relocated to the Cocoa/Rockledge area, where he would build a life rooted in family, hard work, and lifelong passions.

Alan was a certified auto mechanic and proud small business owner in his early years, running a local shop in Cocoa. He had a deep love for cars and racing, lending his skills to numerous race teams over the years and always keeping at least one show car in the garage. If he wasn’t at the racetrack, he could often be found watching races from his recliner, enjoying college football, or settling in for a classic Western.

Working alongside his father and brothers trimming homes sparked a lifelong passion for woodworking, which led to his role as wood shop manager at Sea Ray Boats. He later had the unique honor of contributing to the Space Shuttle Program in Life Support, where he assisted in the training of astronauts—an accomplishment he was deeply proud of.

Following the end of the Shuttle Program, Alan returned to what he loved most—woodworking—opening AJ’s Unfinished Furniture with his wife, Margaret. He continued that work until his retirement in 2015.

In 1984, Alan married the love of his life, Margaret, beginning 42 years of marriage filled with love, laughter, and adventure. Together, they enjoyed traveling, visiting new places, and making memories with family and friends along the way.

Alan was a proud father to Amy and a devoted Papa to Hunter, Ryan, and Madeline. He will be remembered as a man who was always there—steady, generous, and kind. He was someone people could count on without hesitation, always ready to lend a hand, share his knowledge, or simply show up when it mattered most. He taught those around him how to be good people—not just through words, but through the way he lived.

To those who loved him, he wasn’t just a great man—he was home. He was the kindest, most caring soul we ever knew, and he showed what it means to be a good person simply by the way he lived and the way he showed up, again and again, when it mattered most.

A celebration of Alan’s life will be held on May 2, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the main pavilion at Fox Lake Park in Titusville, Florida.