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Elizabeth Wentzel Obituary
Elizabeth J. Wentzel, 64, of Blandon, passed away November 24, 2013 in Reading Hospital, West Reading.
Elizabeth was the wife of Franklin Wentzel Jr. whom she married September 21, 1985 in Reading. She was the daughter of the late Paul and Betty (Torola) Rys.
Elizabeth was a 1967 graduate of Central Catholic High School and attended Felician College in Lodi, NJ, where she received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education.
Elizabeth (Betty Jane or Elise known by friends) entered the convent in 1967 and became Sister Elise. She was in the convent from 1967 until 1981. While in the convent she taught at Basking Ridge, Washington, D.C., Prospect Park, NJ, and Trenton, NJ.
She started teaching at St. Ignatius Loyola School in Whitfield in 1981 and was teaching until November 21, 2013. She loved teaching and was always willing to help students, many times working late tutoring. She loved her summers off and would entertain all summer enjoying her friends, family and life by the pool.
She was a member of Holy Guardian Angels Catholic Church, Laureldale.
Elizabeth was a loving wife, a compassionate teacher and a great friend to all who knew her. She will always be loved, truly missed but never forgotten.
She is also survived by her sister, Helen (Rys) Dalton, wife of Walter Dalton, Muhlenberg Twp.; and a brother, Michael Rys, husband of Vicki Rys, Robesonia.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Elizabeth's name to your favorite charity, and/or Lupus Foundation of America: RD4 Research Place, Suite 180, Rockville, MD 20850.
Elise
"Oath of God"
Blessed are the pure
In heart, for they shall see God.
Matthew 5:8
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, December 2, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. in St. Ignatius Loyola RCC, 2810 St. Alban's Drive, Sinking Spring. Family will receive friends Sunday 6:00-8:00 p.m. and Monday 9:15-10:15 a.m. in Bean Funeral Homes, 3825 Penn Ave. Sinking Spring. Burial will be in Gethsemane Cemetery.
Bean Funeral Homes, Sinking Spring, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.beanfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Elizabeth Wentzel
Lisa
November 21, 2024
To my wonderful S-l-L Elise.
I miss you so very much. I think about you everyday. Its been such an amazing time that we spent together over the precious years and had alot of fun as well. I always looked forward to being able to talk to you about issues that I needed your advice for. You have always been the most loving and caring woman in the world. Thank you Lord for our wonderful blessings.
Love; Lisa (SIL)
December 3, 2013
Thank you Mrs.Wentzel for giving our children a good math foundation. You are one of their favorite teachers. Rest in peace!
The Gonzales'
Saddlebrook Drive, Wernersville, PA
December 3, 2013
We thank Mrs. Wentzel for giving our children a good math foundation. Rest in peace Mrs. Wentzel.
The Gonzales Family, Saddlebrook Dr., Wernersville, PA
Cindy Jarozenski
December 2, 2013
Elise was a dedicated, caring teacher and a kind friend. I feel very lucky to have known her and taught with her for my 28 years of teaching at St. Ignatius. Even though she herself did not feel well, she would always ask how I was doing. She will live on in the hearts of all who knew her-especially her beloved students! May she rest in peace.
December 2, 2013
I am so glad I was able to spend an evening with Betty Jane last September as our St. Mary's 8th Grade class gathered to celebrate our reunion. Betty Jane was my best friend in grade school and I could not have found a better "buddy" than her. She always made me feel happy with her smile, even when we were cleaning rooms in the old St. Mary's convent together on Saturday mornings. I know you are at peace being with Our Lord Betty. Thank you for being a wonderful part of my childhood. I will miss you! Until we meet again! Joann Jurasinski Matijasich
Joseph Stallone
December 1, 2013
Aunt Elise was the kind of person that puts others before herself, that was one of many of her best qualities. She would always listen to anything that I would talk to her about, laugh at any joke I'd say and was always loving to everyone. I loved going to the pool parties that my Aunt Elise and Uncle Frank would hold, they were always fun cookouts with them. It will never be the same without her. I know that she is in a better place now, with no worries in the world.
I will miss you so much.
Love your Nephew...
Emilia
December 1, 2013
I only knew you a short time, but our friendship kindled instantly and I truly feel blessed to have met and worked with you. Your genuine love of teaching and care for the students will never be forgotten . Rest in peace dear friend.
Beth Ann Buck
December 1, 2013
I knew her as Mrs. Wentzel. She was an amazing teacher to my children and was always there to assist with help and tutoring. Her kindness will never be forgotten. She touched so many lives! May God ease your grief and comfort you during this time.
December 1, 2013
Rest in peace my dear friend. I will always remember our fun chats when you would walk down to the copy room for coffee with me. I always admired your strength, faith, and love. I will miss you and that wonderful smile. My Kristina was so lucky to have been taught by you. Kristina has been making me smile with funny stories from your class when she was in 6th grade.
Love, Paula
Calderoni Family
December 1, 2013
May flights of angels guide her to her rest. She truly is an inspiration for all of us. Rest in peace, dear Mrs. Wentzel.
Helen Dalton
November 30, 2013
Missing you !!!!!! Send down your strength over the next 2 days!
Stacy Harrill(Matson)
November 30, 2013
Mrs Wentzel was one of the first teachers I had when I came to St. Ignatius. She is an inspiration and will be truly missed!
Eddie and Tanya Belles
November 29, 2013
Betty Jane..you were a very special lady. You always had time to talk to us about everything. We will miss you greatly and never forget you. Ariana will grow up always knowing who you were and how wonderful a person you were.
Forever loved..Never forgotten.
Helen Dalton
November 29, 2013
Because....you loved candles !
Lisa
November 29, 2013
I wish I could have had more time to spend with you. I am going to miss talking with you and visiting with you and just catching up with the day to day. It's just not going to be the same without you!
I know that through out your life you endured so much and still held true to your faith in our Lord Jesus and I have nothing but great admiration for your perseverance.
I have had the honor of being a part of your life and will always treasure the moments that we shared together and will forever hold those memories deep within my heart and in my mind.
I know that your safe and sound in the hands of our Lord and that you are no longer in pain.
I will miss you immensely.
All my Love
(S-I-L)
Franklin Wentzel Jr
November 28, 2013
I know that you are in a better place with no more pain, no more suffering and in Gods hands.
Love you forever
Franklin Wentzel Jr
November 28, 2013
I want to thank everyone for their kind words and prayers and also for sharing your stories of my wife. She will be missed but never forgotten and also loved forever. We will get thru this with the help of our families,our friends, our church and Gods help.
I truly miss the love of my life, my best friend my wife
Diane & Tim Herr
November 28, 2013
I knew Betty Jane from when I was a little girl. She was a beautiful person that had a smile that could light up a room and a laugh that made you laugh. I will miss our long conversations, our time spent by the pool and most of all our friendship. Thanks for all the great memories and for being my friend…We will miss you. -
Diane & Tim Herr
November 28, 2013
Helen and Michael, God Bless-your sister was special. Junior,formerly of 1045 Chestnut Stanley Marcinkowski, Plowville, Pa
Beth Pfeiffenberger
November 28, 2013
In loving Memory of Elise Wentel.
Beth Pfeiffenberger
November 28, 2013
Elise was an inspiration to the many lives she touched. Her passion and dedication to teaching is to be admired. Such a strong woman, wonderful friend, and remarkable teacher. I will miss you dearly, but never forget you!
Susan Gallagher Larkin
November 27, 2013
Mrs. Wentzel was the beloved Miss Rys to me. She entered my world in 5th grade like a breath of fresh air, and she was the inspiration for me to become a teacher myself (5th grade, as it turned out.) I am devastated. What an amazing woman and teacher. Peace and prayers to her family. xo
November 27, 2013
Mrs Wentzel was my 6th grade teacher--I spent many days after school talking to her just because I enjoyed her so! My prayers to her family! Nicolette Geloso
Glorydee Marrero
November 27, 2013
Matthew 5:8 states "Happy are the pure in heart, since they will see God.".A wife, mother, friend, and teacher who maintained that purity of the heart and was able to display "love out of a clean heart" for those that knew her.
November 27, 2013
Mrs. Wentzel…beloved teacher to both of our children. I will miss your spunk and firm love. You were a gift to St. Ignatius. Your perseverance despite such illnesses was an incredible example for all of the children's (and adult's) lives that you touched. I marvel at your strength and integrity. Always will. Rest in peace...
Until we see you again,
The Kroppes
Debra McCann
November 27, 2013
I taught with Elise for a few years. She was a wonderful support, co-worker, and friend. Most of all, she was a wonderful teacher, who diligently worked to help her students reach their full potential. I shall miss her. May choirs of angels speed her to paradise.
Jennifer Sarnes
November 27, 2013
Elise was a phenomenal teacher and a wonderful friend. She has touched the lives of so many, and she will be greatly missed.
Patty Kelly
November 27, 2013
A wonderful teacher. A compassioniate human being. Rest in Peace and you will be missed. As Kevin says "teach those children up in heaven".
Alice Belles
November 27, 2013
Frank, I am so sorry for your loss. I still cannot believe my friend of 57 yrs. is gone. I will always remember her great friendship, beautiful smile, warm personality, and of course, all the pool parties you and she endured with me and my family. You both will be in my prayers.
Helen Dalton
November 27, 2013
To have seen and now hear that my dear sister touch so many lives is an incredible feeling! Thank you to those that have shared their thoughts. Frank, I and my brother will gather strength from knowing how much she meant to her students and friends. TEACHING was her passion and her students were her no.one priority in life!
November 27, 2013
Mrs. Wentzel was the beloved Miss Rys to me. She entered my world in 5th grade like a breath of fresh air and that gift was the inspiration for me to become a teacher myself (5th grade as it turned out!) I am devastated. What an amazing woman. Peace and prayers to her family. xo
Jane Kennedy
November 27, 2013
I met this amazing woman when she taught at St. Ignatius, she taught my children. My children loved her she was fantastic. Prayers to her family.
Sue Lackman
November 27, 2013
RIP Mrs. Wentzel. A stellar teacher!! I learned so much from you! You will be missed, greatly!
Mr and Mrs. William Nye
November 27, 2013
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
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