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2013
Gary Wenzel Obituary
Gary L. Wenzel, age 67 of Kronenwetter, died Tuesday, February 5, 2013 at home.
Gary was born in Wausau on September 26, 1945 to Arden and Florence (Baumann) Wenzel. He served his country honorably in the United States Army during Vietnam.
Gary married Lois A. Schilling. She preceded him in death in 1983. He married Cynthia Pierce on June 5, 1990 in Yemassee, South Carolina.
Gary loved camping in his younger years and motorcycle rides and motorcycle trips. He was employed as a truck driver with Conway Transport in Plover and loved driving his semi. He was also a "Master Squirrel Whisperer" and an avid bird watcher. Gary and Cynthia enjoyed bowling and square dancing.
Gary is survived by his wife Cynthia Wenzel of Kronenwetter; sons Chris (Sarah McLaughlin) Wenzel of Superior and Shawn (Brenda) Wenzel of Janseville; stepson Jeffrey (Anne) Kibler of Apple Valley, MN; grandchildren Arianna, Cody, Coral, Sydney, Avery, McKenna, and Cayleigh; mother Florence Wenzel of Wausau; brothers Gene (Alice) Wenzel of Ringle and Warren (Mary) Wenzel of Wausau; and several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his father Arden Wenzel and his first wife Lois Wenzel.
Memorial service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Brainard Funeral Home-Everest Chapel, 5712 Memorial Court, Weston. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at the funeral home on Saturday.
Online condolences may be given at www.brainardfuneral.com
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Tom Beese
February 10, 2013
Gene, Very sorry to hear of the death of Gary. I remember him well as a great and giving person. May the Lord be with you and your family during this difficult period. Tom Beese
Marlene Fox (Wenzel)
February 9, 2013
To Aunt Florence, Warren, Gene & families - I am very sorry to hear of Gary's passing which brought back fond memories of when we were kids - remember the birthday card parties held in the evenings and we would go outside and catch lightning bugs,play hide and seek in the dark, or see who could sneek up and scare each other the most. Good memories and great fun. I am sorry I missed the funeral, first found out Saturday afternoon. May God's blessing be with each and every one of your family - this is expecially hard when we as first cousins are now stepping up to that line. Please tell Aunt Florence that I think of her often and hope that she is doing well. I have fond memories when my Mom and I would come and visit her at her home. Years and days pass by so suddenly and we realize that time is precious and expecially so when we get to see our grandchildren growing up into young adults. God Bless you and yours -
February 9, 2013
Cindy and family, our thoughts are with you. And our deepest sympathies. Keep all the great memories of Gary close in your hearts.
Peggy Connor & Jack Egner
Judy Pederson
February 9, 2013
Cindy-My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. God bless you and your family.
Sue Larsen
February 9, 2013
Cindy Chris and Shawn, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Gary was a fantastic person and will be greatly missed! Sending my love...
Jodi Ravey
February 8, 2013
So very sad to hear of Gary's passing. Sending love and prayers to Cindy, Chris, and Shawn.
February 7, 2013
Thinking of good things is not hard with uncle Gary. Steve and I are smiling telling the girls what a neat, adventurous and devoted person he was. I can still hear his laugh. Im thinking of everyone and grateful that you have each other right now. Love you and miss you, Steve and Kelly Sondelski
Donald A Buttke
February 7, 2013
Cindy I am very sorry to here about your loss. Gary was a great guy and will be missed. I will be out of town Sat so I hope to see you in the near future.
Joyce Beck
February 7, 2013
Gene and Alice, sorry for your loss. Our prayers go to you and your family.
February 7, 2013
Gene and Alice...So VERY sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, Gene, and brother-in-law Alice. Our hearts go out to you at this sad time. God Bless. Jerry & Shelly toftum
Cathy & Jeff Javorek
February 7, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Mary & Dennis Schultz
February 7, 2013
thinking of you at this sad time. So sorry for you loss.
Mary Zurn
February 7, 2013
Cindy & family,
I was so sorry to read about Gary's passing. My thoughts and prayers to you.
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