"My sympathies to the family and friends of Karrol. I worked with her for 3 years in the Registrars office of Winona State. A very kind and generous lady. She will be missed by many.
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In loving memory of
Karrol Marie Wenzel
November 28, 1943 - March 19, 2017
Karrol M Wenzel, 73, died Sunday, March 19 at her home in Goodview. Karrol was born November 28, 1943 in Winona to Francis and Margaret Hengel. She grew up in Winona where she met and married Ronald Wenzel on April 24, 1965. They had two wonderful boys, Chad and Jason.
Karrol worked at Lake Center and then Winona State for 30 years in the computer department.
After Karrol retired she spent a lot of time volunteering at the Winona Area Humane Society. During her time there she acquired a few cats. Once they had 3 cats in the house they decided she should cut back on her volunteering time to avoid acquiring any more pets.
Karrol was a wonderful cook. Her meals and recipes will be passed down for generations to come. Her Wednesday night family meals will be greatly missed.
Aside from her love of cats her true love was her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved everything about being a grandma, including her vast collection of porcelain dolls, going to the casinos and garage sales.
Karrol is survived by her husband, Ron; sons, Chad and Jason (Chelsie); grandchildren, Cody (Mariah), Nick, Zach (Michaela), Mikey, Paige, Cameron, Whisper, Jordan, Tanker and Kimmy; great-grandson, Montreal; siblings, Richard (Ada) Hengel and Randi (Bill) Reinarts; uncle, Michael Hengel; nieces, Lauri Roach, Cyndi Wehlage, Carla "Charlie" (James Burkhalter, Jr.) Hengel; great nieces and nephews, Brittany Dworschak, Shelby Hengel, Tre Wehlage, Noah Roach, Jacob Hengel, Nathan (Happy) Hengel; great-great nephew, Ezekial Stevens. Karrol is preceded in death by her parents.
Karrol will be missed by special friends, Dianne Huff, Sandy Creeley, Nancy Malotke, Joan Kierlin and her "Sister of her heart", Laurie Hostettler.
A memorial service for Karrol will be held 11:30 AM, with visitation starting at 9:00 AM, Saturday, April 1, 2017 at the Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview. Private family interment at St. Mary's Cemetery.
Tributes
"Ron, Chad, Jason and family, Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Karrol was full of goodness and was so proud of her family, especially her kids and grandkids. Let all the good memories help you through this time, she will live forever with each of you. Lee and Pat"
"So sorry to hear of Karols passing. We always enjoyed visiting with her when we were back there. Toni has fond memories of staying with Karol when we were back there before we were married. She was a wonderful lady. Ron and Toni Klinger "
"Ron Chad Jason and family, It was really nice to know Karroll, she was always so welcoming and so pleasant to be around. In our days we did have fun and good laughs. I know your family and mine will miss her baking and cooking for those special family occasions. Diane Runkle "
"Ron and family, many fond memories of Karrol--shopping the Hallmark store, then her and Ron taking me letting me sell with them at my first Gold Rush. Her pleasantness to me and interest in what was going on with me will always be remembered with fondness she will be sorely missed."
"Dear Ron and family...I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Karrol was a friend to me in high school and I enjoyed sharing thoughts with her. I pray that God will bless her family with His great love and give you peace and joy of life as you keep close your memories of her. Take care..."
"Ron and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have been thinking of that terrible morning ever since. I was one of the 1st responders that worked on Karol that morning. I am so glad my EMT partners came along. I was having trouble focusing and their presence was very much appreciated. It was the first time I have ever done CPR on someone I knew. God just wanted her to join him in heaven. My heart goes out to Ron and especially the granddaughter that was there that morning. Jim LaRue "
"Ron, I know Karrol will rest in peace. Ann and my prayers are with you and your family during your time of healing. Karrol may have left this earth, but her memory will live on. Take care."
"Ron and family my heart goes out to you ,I am so sorry for your loss. Much love Tammy aka Rammy"
"Ron, Chad, Jason & Family - My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Brian Barnholtz"
"Ron, Chad, Jason, Chelsie, Your in our thoughts and prayers, Karrol will be missed by many, let us know if we can be of any help to you. Diane & Mike Cada"
"Condolences to Ron, Chad, Jason, Chelsie, all the grand kids, Dick and Ada, Randi and Bill, Lori, Cindi, Carla,and their children. I was blessed to be able to call Karrol my friend for over 40 years. I met Karrol when she started working at WSU. Karrol, Nancy Malotke and I were able to build a friendship that lasted over the years from our time working together. Karrol and I shared many casino adventures together, always hoping we'd hit it big. Karrol was by my side during my entire battle with cancer, giving me encouragement every step of the way. Rest in Peace Karrol. Thanks for the memories. Laurie Hostettler "