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Rolf Wankel Obituary

WANKEL, Rolf Beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. Six-time cancer survivor, Rolf Wankel passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on July 24, 2008 at the age of 83. He is survived by his beloved wife of 54 years, Karin Wankel, his three children and two grandchildren. Included are; daughter Katherine Love and husband Greg of Lake Oswego, OR; son Richard Wankel of Santa Rosa; daughter Frances Shayotovich and husband Eli of Colorado Springs, CO; grandson Jason Hernandez and wife Adrian of Manteca, CA; and grand daughter Krystle Hernandez of Los Angeles. Survivors also include his 92 year old sister Marianne Schlink, sister Carola Schneider, 86 and brother Klaus Wankel, 82-all living in Germany. Sister Ursula Achenbach preceded him in death. Rolf's family wishes to thank all his loving friends for their support. Family and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass which will be held Tuesday, July 29 at 11:00 a.m. at Star of the Valley Church, 545 White Oak Dr, Santa Rosa. A lunch will follow at Parish Hall. If desired, a memorial donation may be made to the American Cancer Society, Memorial Program, Redwood Empire Region, 1451 Guerneville Rd, Ste 220, Santa Rosa, CA 95403. DANIELS CHAPEL OF THE ROSES FUNERAL AND CREMATION SERVICES 525-3730

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Published by Press Democrat from Jul. 27 to Jul. 29, 2008.

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Vicki Newman

August 3, 2008

Frances, I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad. I pray that God will give you strength during this sad time.
Vicki

Valerie

August 1, 2008

Frances,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Karen Kidd

August 1, 2008

Frances I am so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Paulette Maynord

July 30, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

John Muniz

July 29, 2008

Frances,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If you need anything please let me know. God Bless

Lela Spencer

July 29, 2008

Frances,
I was very saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May your memories bring you comfort in this time of sorrow.

Bonn San Diego

July 29, 2008

My prayers are with you all as you walk through this valley.
2 Cor. 1:3 Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort;

Steve Oakes

July 29, 2008

My wishes for strength and peace to Frances and her family during their time of loss.

Michael Cook

July 29, 2008

Frances,

I'm sorry to hear of your father's passing and wanted to let you know you and your family are in my prayers.

Sincerely,

Elena Tellez

July 29, 2008

Frances,

My prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.

Danny Jones

July 29, 2008

Frances we are here for ya.

Craig Stevens

July 29, 2008

Frances~
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very sad time in your life. May the peace of God and the shelter of his love reign over your father forever.

Jim Purvis

July 29, 2008

Frances,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and I am sincerely sorry about your loss.

Anna Davenport

July 29, 2008

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Harry Whitlow

July 29, 2008

Fran and family, your loss should be softened in the knowledge that your father was such a great man. God Bless,
Harry Whitlow

Marsha Roop

July 29, 2008

I work with Frances at EFT Source, Nashville and I would like to express my deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Penny Gibson

July 29, 2008

I work with Frances, and she's wonderful! My thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this time.

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