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Dolores Wenzler Obituary

Wenzler, Dolores Ann (Nee Rahn) Born June 20, 1930, after a courageous and graceful battle with cancer, was prayed into Jesus' arms on Sunday, November 6, 2011. She had the ability to touch many peoples' lives with her faith. She was a pastor at Eastbrook Church for 30 years. Dolores birthed six ministries and faithfully saw them through; the last being Eastbrook Learning Center, providing Classroom Teaching, Literacy Services and GED to the neighborhood and community. She was married to William Wenzler for 61 wonderful and fulfilling years. Her eldest son, Ed (Georgine Wenzler-Johnson), went to be with Jesus on November 8, 2008; survived by daughter Deborah (Todd) Farris, son John (Karrie) of Milwaukee , and daughter Joan (Arthur) Slocum of Tucson, AZ. She is further survived by grandchildren Christopher (Lisa) and Michael (Lauren) Wenzler, Charles Grimes, Melanie and Natalie Farris-North, Kelsey, Taylor, Shelby and Kira Slocum, and great-grandson Edward Wenzler, as well as many additional family and friends. The family invites you to join with them in a celebration of her life which will be held Saturday, November 12, at EASTBROOK CHURCH, 5385 N. Green Bay Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53209 www.eastbrookchurch.org. Visitation 9:00-10:30 AM followed by a Memorial Service at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Eastbrook Church. See www.legacy.com for online guestbook.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Nov. 9 to Nov. 11, 2011.

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Fred Weber

November 3, 2024

Wonderful lady, beautiful couple and great family.

Fred weber

November 3, 2022

A kind and gentle lady.

Rick and Kira Ehlenbeck

November 19, 2011

Dear Bill and Family,
Knowing you and Dee has been a real blessing in our lives and we will miss her. You both ministered to us deeply through Living Waters; with your living testimonies. We pray that you and your family will be comforted in this time of loss and remember the promises God has for us.

Dennis and Rita Dern

November 15, 2011

Dear Bill and Family,
We were so saddened to hear of Dee's passing. Dee lived her life with integrity and grace. Her laughter was contagious. When someone spoke, she truly listened. We take comfort in knowing that Heaven is her new address, but we also know how much you will miss this precious, beautiful woman of faith. You will continue to be in our prayers. May the Peace of the Lord surround you. Love, Dennis and Rita Dern

November 14, 2011

Dear Bill and Family, Dolores was always a bright spot in our appointment book. Dolores, you and your family have been and will be in our prayers. May the Lord give you and your family the strength that you need. Fred and Barb Weber

Al and Barb Kalina

November 13, 2011

Dear Bill,
Barb and I are so sorry for your loss. Dee and you were a gift from God to both Barb and I. When we entered into living waters you both gave so much to us in support and love. We have wonderful memories of our times together.

Alfred Ifarinde

November 12, 2011

Dear Bill and Family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear wife. Dolores was loved, beautiful, cherished, and loving. I can still remember her warm hospitality the first time you invited us into your home. There is no doubt that, though we love her, God loves her more than we do. She will be missed very much! You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bill, I hope you find some encouragement in the following verses:
* Ne 8:10b. Then he said to them, "... Do not sorrow, for the joy of the LORD is your strength."
* Ne 8:11b. "Be still, for the day is holy; do not be grieved."
* Ps 30:5b. Weeping may endure for a night, But joy comes in the morning.
* Ps 28:7. The LORD is my strength and my shield; My heart trusted in Him, and I am helped; Therefore my heart greatly rejoices, And with my song I will praise Him.

Ifarinde, Alfred & Joan, Atlanta Georgia.

Gerard Rewolinski

November 11, 2011

To Bill and the Wenzler family,
My love and prayers go out to you and your family. I am truly blessed to have broken bread with you and Delores at your home many years ago. I shall always keep Delores and your family in my thoughts and heart.

shawn lepak

November 10, 2011

DEAR Bill and family, dolores was an inspiration and spread joy and peace wherever she was , she will be dearly missed, i pray for God's comfort and consolation at this time .Shawn Lepak

Gary Geisler

November 10, 2011

Dear Wenzler Family,
Dee made the L'Hermitage a better place to live. Her smile and gracefulness will be missed.

Christine Dawley

November 9, 2011

Dear Wenzler Family, Delores was a shining light in my life; a mentor and friend to me in my early college years. We were fellow music therapists and had many wonderful discussions about music, worship, life lessons, and the Lord. When she learned of my youthful desire to travel the US in a Christian band, Delores encouraged me to be involved in two Eastbrook Church worship teams, which I did for many years. Delores also was the pianist for Scott's and my wedding day 25 years ago. She was graceful, fun, encouraging and sincere and will be missed by many. Bill and family, all of you are in our prayers.

MIke Sikkila

November 9, 2011

Bill,
She touched the lives of so many people, she leaves a legacy of joy among those people who drew closer to Christ through her ministry. Dee will be missed, but she will be long remembered by so many people. Heaven is a little brighter now, but she also leaves behind a world touched by her humility, grace, and gentleness. My condolences to you and all your family

November 9, 2011

Dear Bill and Family,

Delores will be missed. She always made me feel loved. The church has lost a great leader but Jesus is saying well done my sister! Sincerely, Patti Benson

Duke and Margaret Duchrow

November 9, 2011

To all the Wenzlers, related by blood and spirit - Our prayers go out to you as you mourn the loss of Dee - what a wonderful legacy she has left in our church and our lives. I hope we can carry her message of faith, love and community to everyone we come in contact with. God has called another angel to His glorious home!

Jon& Lois Ney

November 9, 2011

Greetings Bill & family. We send our love and prayers knowing the loss and praying for the loving embrace of Jesus to bring comfort during this time of your great loss. Love in Christ, Jon and Lois Ney

Mario Lopez

November 9, 2011

Dee: what a wonderful testimony was your life. You touched mine and many way but will always remember your love towards me the most. Your leadership brought peace and understanding to my life and the light of Jesus was well in your walk. To you be the joy in the presence of our Lord. To the family my most sincere condolences for the hurt and absence of your dear one. My love to you Bill, both of you have been so significant in my spiritual life. In the love of Jesus, Mario Lopez

Martin and Mary Andersen

November 9, 2011

Dear Bill & Family,
We lost a wonderful, sweet, caring, God-loving lady, but Jesus gained that same lady & said, "well done, my good & faithful servant". We rejoice because we know we will be together again & then for eternity. Our prayers of comfort are for all of you. She will be missed.

Roger and Judy Smith

November 9, 2011

Dear Bill and Family,

Dolores made it Home! She was such a beautiful woman

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