Rinzel Jr., Lawrence "Larry"

Lawrence "Larry" J. Rinzel Jr., CPA, 69, of Fond du Lac passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2014 at home.

He was born on August 27, 1944 in Milwaukee, a son to the late Lawrence and Florence Batzler Rinzel.

On July 3, 1971 he married Lynn Sasse in Wauwatosa.

Larry graduated from Marquette University in 1967 with a B.A. in Accounting. After graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army and served in Vietnam. After his honorable discharge, he spent his career working for the IRS, retiring in 1999. He enjoyed his retirement by spending time on the golf course and achieved the elusive hole-in-one last summer. He also enjoyed watching Wisconsin sports, especially Marquette Basketball, gambling, investments, fishing and spending time with his family and friends.

Survivors include his wife Lynn of 42 years; three children: Kristin (Pete) Ferge and their children, Lauren and Nick of Brookfield, Laura (Eric) Trick of Brookfield, and Phillip (Emily) Rinzel and their children, PJ and Chloe of Menomonee Falls; two sisters: Maureen (Steve) Hein and Rosemary (Alton) Schrauth and one brother, Joe (Catherine) Rinzel; also by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Larry was preceded in death by his sister Kathleen Rinzel.

Visitation: Family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, February 14, 2014 at Zacherl Funeral Home, 875 E. Division St., from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. There will also be visitation on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Holy Family Church, 271 Fourth St. Way, from 9:30 to 10:45 am.

Services: A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Holy Family Church at 11:00 am. Larry's cousin Fr. Jerry Rinzel will officiate. Cremation will follow services with inurnment in Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield.

Memorials in his name have been established.

Zacherl Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family. www.zacherlfuneralhome.com

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Published by Fond du Lac Reporter on Feb. 13, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Lawrence Rinzel

12 Entries

Faye Grover

February 7, 2021

Lynn and family, I can't think of anyone in our entire work group that didn't love and respect Larry. He was very knowledgeable, and very willing to share that knowledge with myself and all young revenue agents. We learned much from him, and we enjoyed his sense of humor. We also enjoyed his generosity, whenever he stopped in, he had money for a doughnut run! One time when I was on a case in Fond du Lac, I ran out of paper. I didn't want to ask the taxpayer for paper, (ask the taxpayer for paper so I could write them a report!), so I called Larry and asked if I could stop by for some of his paper. He of course said yes. I consider myself so lucky to have known Larry and you too Lynn. If we ever get past this pandemic, I hope you will come to an IRS dinner Lynn. It will be wonderful to see you again.

March 10, 2014

Lynn-I just heard about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Judy Post

February 19, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of your loss Lynn. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

Mary Jo Strong

February 19, 2014

Thinking of you all, your friend and co-worker, Heather Evenson

February 15, 2014

Lynn & Family, Janet and I will keep your family in our prayers. Larry was such a great person. We always had fun with him. You never knew what he would come up with next. Janet & John Coon

February 14, 2014

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Rinzel family. I was shocked to hear of Larrys passing. My deepest sympathies.
Kevin Knoll.

February 14, 2014

Lynn, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I lost my father suddenly so I understand the shock and feelings that so difficult at this time. May you find peace. Mary Jagdfeld

Barb Neitman

February 13, 2014

My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of Larry's unexpected passing. My prayers are with you.

Jeanie Stummeier

February 13, 2014

Eric & Laura, and Family: My deepest sympathy at your loss! Peace of the Lord be with You all!

Jean Killinger

February 13, 2014

Lynn & family, my thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time.

February 13, 2014

I remember Larry very well. My sympathies and condolences to the family. You will be in my prayers and thoughts.
Roger Korinek (friend and former teacher at SMSAHS)

Faye Grover

February 13, 2014

Larry was such a special asset to our office; as a new agent I learned so much from him. He was always willing and had time for mentoring. As a work family we all appreciated his sense of humor. I'm so glad to have read about that hole in one, I bet that was quite exciting for him. Larry always kept us supplied with candy and donuts. He'd say "I'll buy if you fly". I'm in Illinois and will miss his memorial, you are in my prayers and memories of Larry will always remain in my heart.

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