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Robert Wenzel Obituary
Born in New Britain, son of the late William and Josephine (Herdlein) Wenzel, he graduated from New Britain High School, was drafted by the Boston Braves baseball franchise, but instead chose to serve his country in the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict, and was employed at Southern New England Telephone Company until his retirement. Butch was a member of V.F.W. Post #511, American Legion Post #68, and Elks Lodge #957; was inducted into the New Britain Sports Hall of Fame and the New Britain Baseball Hall of Fame; and was an avid golfer. He treasured his home away from home at his lake house, where he enjoyed many good times with friends and family.
Butch is survived by two sons and a daughter-in-law, Robert Brian Wenzel, of Middletown; and Scot and Kelly Wenzel, of Berlin; a daughter and son-in-law, Donna and Kenneth Rector, of Kensington; seven grandchildren, Michael and Jennifer Rector and Allison, Sara, Ashley, Jenna, and Alyssa Wenzel; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife, he was predeceased by a brother, William Wenzel.
A funeral service with full military honors was held Friday, August 1, at 10 a.m. at Porter's Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin. Burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758517, Topeka, KS 66675.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Wenzel
6 Entries
August 5, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. We will miss Butch and Joan here in Becket. Ruth and Steve Rosenthal
Robert & Barbara (Volg) Palmer
July 30, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Wenzel family.
Ron & Deb Manzione
July 29, 2014
Scot so sorry to hear about your loss. You must be proud of his accomplishments and especially his service. He should be held in high regard as a veteran and a family man. Condolences to you and your family. We wish you strength and peace at this difficult time. Ron and Deb Manzione
July 29, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.Your parents will continue to be missed but the memories of great times shared especially at "the lake" will remain in our hearts forever.
Ron & Lori Johnson & family
Gary Klett
July 29, 2014
Bobby, Donna and Scot,
Our Condolences go out to you and your entire Families. Butch was a great and loving person and would always put a smile on your face or laugher with everyone he met. The stories he told would brighten your day.
Butch was a role model for me personally and my entire Family. He will be sorely missed. The countless memories, laughter, entertainment and great times at the "Lake" with the Entire Wenzel Family will live forever in our Hearts.
Love,
Gary Klett and Sharon Wulftange & Family
Kara Crane
July 29, 2014
Butch,
You are forever in our Hearts! As everyone that has met you knows that you are an amazing person. Our family has so many great memories of you and your family. We love you all very much! Alot of things wont be the same without you! you will forever be missed. RIP
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