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John Wenzel Obituary

WENZEL John E Wenzel, Jr., 85, passed away on February 11th, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born and lived in the New Orleans area most of his life. He served in the Marine Corps, worked as an X-ray technician, and successfully operated his business, Rent-Rite, for 28 years. He is survived by his devoted wife of 63 years, Iris Ellis Wenzel, a son, John III, two daughters, Cathy Lauro (Michael) and Deslie Broome (Bryan), five grandsons-Mike, Johnny, Sean, Dustin, and Brian, one great-grand-daughter, Leila, brothers August and Frederick, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Johannes and Mildred, sister Lydia Beikmann, and daughter-in-law Lorraine Wenzel. He was an avid reader, math whiz, sawdust engineer, woodcarver, skilled draftsman, and devoted Saints fan. He was a very kind, gentle, peace-loving, funny, and generous man with a wonderful, positive attitude. He loved deeply, lived joyfully, and was successful. He was loved and indeed will be missed! "Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same, but as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again." A memorial service will be held at Homewood Suites, 101 Holiday Square Frontage Rd, Covington, LA 70433 in Covington on Saturday, February 16 at 1:00 PM. Sign Guest Book online at www.ejfieldingfh.com.

Published by The Times-Picayune from Feb. 14 to Feb. 15, 2013.
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Dear Iris, Cathy and Family:
What a fine, kind and handsome gentleman John was! I will always remember him fondly and the times he was in Florida. My deepest sympathy for your loss and my prayers are with him on his greatest journey where there is only peace and love.

Sharon Van Loan

March 5, 2013

Cathy Wenzel Lauro

February 22, 2013

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February 22, 2013

Cathy Wenzel Lauro

February 22, 2013

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February 22, 2013

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February 21, 2013

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February 19, 2013

Daddy, My Precious One, words cannot express all that you have meant to me, how profoundly you have touched my life, how much I love you...You did a really good job of loving me. See you in the blue.

Cathy Wenzel Lauro

February 17, 2013

Our sincere condolences go out to the Wenzel family. Our family relationship goes back many years. We have fond memories of our childhood years as members of Christ Lutheran Church.
Our best regards to the Wenzel Family
Joe and Helen Bozant

February 16, 2013

I am sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. John. He was always such a nice man. It was an honor to have been one of his nurses. My prayers are with you and your family Mrs Wenzel.

Grant Brauwn

February 16, 2013

Dear Cathy, Mike, and family,
Our deepest sympathy on your Daddy's passing. May you find comfort and peace in knowing that all the love and care you gave him filled his days with joy.

Karen & Donald Deacon

February 15, 2013

Ms. Iris and Family: I am so sorry to read of the passing of Mr. Johnny. I have great memories as a part of the Benjamin Street neighorhood always seeing you and Mr. Johnny walk down the block to the Ellis house. You and family will be in our thoughts and prayers

Jean Ann (Ritter)& Sonny Bauer

February 15, 2013

Our sincere condolences at the loss of your dear loved one.

Terry & Carol Blackwell

February 15, 2013

Paw-Paw, may your light burn bright as bright in Heaven as it does on Earth.

Mike Lauro

February 15, 2013

Paw-Paw, you were and will always be a positive role model in my life. I will always remember you, the good times we shared, and your unconditional love. May peace be forever with you. - Love always, Michelovich/Little Mikey/Punkin.

Mike Lauro

February 15, 2013

Thank you for being so wonderful Daddy. I miss you so much already. See you in the blue <3

February 15, 2013

"Miss" Iris, Cathy, Johnny, and Lil Iris,
My deepest sympathies on the passing of Mr. Johnny. I have nothing but fond memories as your neighbor on Benjamin St. in Arabi.
May God give you the strength to persevere during these difficult times.

Philip Russo

Philip Russo

February 15, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Alvin Menesses

February 14, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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February 14, 2013

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