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1934
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2013
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Walter Frenzel Obituary
Walter S. Frenzel, 79, of 1320 Oak Street, died in his sleep unexpectedly at his farm Saturday morning August 10, 2013.
Services will be at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, August 17th at Herman-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Center. Rev. James Altman will officiate. Burial will take place at Calvary Cemetery at a later date. Visitation will be from 9:00 A.M. until the time of services at the funeral home on Saturday.
Walter was born in Wausau, WI on March 3, 1934 to Dr. Walter C. and Emiline (Mutuzack) Frenzel. He married Donna Mae Hemmersbach on August 31, 1957.
Walter graduated from St. Mary's and Wausau East High School. He also attended Saint Thomas College.
He served his country in the U.S. Army and Reserves during the Korean Conflict. After being honorably discharged from service, Walter attended UW- Milwaukee, and graduated from UW- Stevens Point. He then attended Missouri School of Auctioneering, graduating in 1962.
Walter was in the law enforcement field in Appleton, the State Justice Department and practiced auctioneering until 2010. He was president of D&D Sales and Frenzel's Collectible's.
Survivors include his wife, Donna; Big Red his dog; sister-in-law, Susan (David) Hildebrand; nieces and nephews: Kerrie (Dr. Gary) Swart; Kristen Pierron; David (Kellie) Hildebrand; grand-nieces and nephews: Mackenzie and Riley Swart; Amanda and Mathew Pierron; Finley and Sawyer Hildebrand. He was preceded in death by his mother, father and an infant brother and mother and father-in-law, Dorothy A. and Hurbert P. Hemmersbach.
The family has established a memorial fund in Walter's name.
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Memories and Condolences
for Walter Frenzel
January 12, 2014
Donna - I just learned about Duke's death!!! I am so very sorry about this!! You two were a very important part of my life in my early years in Rapids!! I have so many wonderful thoughts about Duke and I playing racquetball and of course, many great memories of the two of us at Lincoln. God Speed and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you!!
Tom and Joey Marshall
August 27, 2013
Donna,
We just learned of Duke's passing....may you have comfort in the many good times the two of you shared.
Tootie and Dan Alft
Pam Holstein-Barney
August 18, 2013
Donna, I was so saddened to hear the news about Duke's passing. He was such a wonderful and respected man.
You will be in my thoughts and I send you love and prayers.
Nancy Hanson
August 16, 2013
Donna we had so many great times~! All the travels and great friends and food!
I will always remember you and the "Duke"
HIs laugh could fill a room, and you 2 were always great to me and I consider you to me one of my best friends, I am so sorry to hear of Duke's passing, please know that I am here for you too!
love to you,
Bob Hafermann
August 15, 2013
Donna, my prayers are with you. Duke was a good and caring person. He always treated me well and was very easy to talk to. I will miss him.
Pam Schmidt
August 15, 2013
Mrs. F -- I am so sorry to hear of Duke's passing. You two were such a team! Thinking of you and wishing you peace and comfort.
Pam Krohn
August 15, 2013
Donna, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss! It was great visiting with you and Duke a few weeks back! May you find comfort in the coming Days, Months, and Years! Need anything Just call!
Barb Nelson
August 15, 2013
See ya later
Brian Bean
August 15, 2013
Donna, I am very sorry for your loss. I remember when he drove us all around Boston back in 1987. He was really a good man.
Todd Sowatzke
August 14, 2013
Hello Mrs. Frenzel, I'm very sorry to hear about your husband! My thoughts are with you and may you find comfort in the days and yrs. to come! I always liked you as a teacher and remember, I believe the Doberman when I was a kid! God bless!
Marilyn & Jim Hepp
August 13, 2013
Donna, our thoughts and prayers are with you now at this time.
Diane Wickstrom
August 13, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Donna.
Gary & Carol Berna
August 13, 2013
Donna, so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you.
Ginger Nelson
August 13, 2013
Donna, my heart is with you my dear. We had many many fun times together over the years. Duke didn't suffer and that is comforting. I am here if you need anything. Love, Ginger
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