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Wendy Trenum Obituary
Age 48, was born Aug 19, 1969 in Nurnberg, Germany, and passed from us on Oct 24, 2017 in Okinawa, Japan. Left to cherish her memory and miss her dearly are her husband Dr. Oluwafemi Ea Oladele; Mother Jo Ann Brabandt and stepfather Herb; Father William E. Trenum and stepmother Rita; Sisters Diana Vandeveer (Keith), Diana Stewart (Marvin); Brother Billy Trenum; Stepbrother Carl Frankenfield; Stepsisters Lisa Brabandt, Vicki Brabandt; Nephews Travis Foster (Brittany), Willy Trenum, Phillip Vandeveer; Nieces Ali Edwards (Barry), Emma Vandeveer, Alissa Trenum, Rita (RJ) Trenum; Aunt Sharon Baum (Roger), honorary Aunt Mickey Tuzinski, along with great nephews, cousins and friends.
Wendy was a teacher who loved her job, enjoyed her students and made learning fun. She believed education solved many of the problems of the world. She had achieved a Master of Education at the University of Louisville, and had begun the process of completing her Doctorate of Education. Wendy's passion was to learn and expose herself to many cultures and she pursued this by traveling the world. Her smile and laughter will be long remembered.
Visitation from 1-4 pm on Tuesday, Nov 14, 2017 with a memorial service immediately following at Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Rd, Lou KY. Donations to the American Heart Association are appreciated. Online condolences may be directed to www.ratterman.com
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Memories and Condolences
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American Heart Association
November 13, 2017
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
November 13, 2017
My deepest condolences to the family of dear Wendy Elaine Trenum. May you continue to cope as you experience loving support from the God of all comfort.
Kevin Drury
November 13, 2017
You were always fun to work with and you were one of my son's favorite teachers. We will all miss you!
Patrick Hebert
November 13, 2017
This is still surreal. Lifted from our sight, far too soon, my dear friend...
I can remember all the way back to when we met in junior high. So many good times and laughs and smiles, every day without fail.
I was so grateful for reconnecting a few years back via Facebook... watching you travel the world, seeing it through your memories and experiences, the amazing pictures.
Finally getting to see you a few times the last couple years. Treasured memories for me, now... just as every moment shared with all of the rest of us, here, in Japan, Korea, Germamy.. everywhere you went, you touched and bettered so many lives, so many people.
Thank you isn't the slightest fraction of enough to give you the appreciation for your friendship, through the years. But it is what I have, and what I can offer.
Oh, and you won the only game of Yahtzee we managed, head to head. Well played.
Keep an eye on this crazy, motley, tightly knit bunch you were such a huge part of.
While you're at it, say hi to Stacey, Tuyen, Steve, and everybody who was waiting on you when you got to the pinnacle.
We love you. We miss you. We will never forget you, Wendy.
Blessings and Eternal Joy,
Patrick Hebert
and THE CLASS of 1987. #WeAreNorthHardin
November 12, 2017
Rest easy Wendy. Class of 87.
Valentina Edwards
November 11, 2017
May you rest with the Angels, Wendy.
Louise Dupuy
November 11, 2017
Though I only knew Wendy for the shortest time, I will remember her fondly forever. She was a treasure. The most beautiful laugh, wonderful personality, and incredible life. Her passing has left a hole in my heart. Sweetest dreams Wendy, I was blessed to know you.
Theresa Clayton
November 11, 2017
Wendy welcomed me with open arms when I was transferred to Okinawa. Wendy and Kaitlyn took me out to dinner for my birthday so I wouldn't be alone. We need more people in the world like Wendy. Love You Wendy!
Valerie Houghton
November 11, 2017
Remember you with love and the joy that shone through you
From your
"English Mom "
xxxx
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Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home - Bardstown3800 Bardstown Road, Louisville, KY 40218
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14
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