"I just read Pete's sister's obituary and never knew that Pete had passed. Growing up in Port Ewen, yes everyone knew the Wenzel family and Bill and Terri Wenzel live across the street from my childhood home. I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Pete. I remember him well. "
In loving memory of
Peter F. Wenzel
May 14, 1952 - April 29, 2012
Peter Wenzel, 59, of Port Ewen, died Sunday, April 29, 2012 at The Kingston Hospital. He was born May 14, 1952 in Kingston, to the late Richard and Matilda (Sisovsky) Wenzel.
He was married to his loving wife, Lynne Acker Wenzel.
Peter worked for IBM in Poughkeepsie as a Senior Operator. He was a past member of the Port Ewen Athletic Association and was an avid sports player.
In addition to his wife he is survived by his children; Peter Wenzel of Port Ewen, Brianne Wenzel of Kingston, his siblings; Richard Wenzel of Port Ewen, Robert Wenzel of Port Ewen, William Wenzel of Port Ewen, James Wenzel of Saint Remy, George Wenzel of Port Ewen, Jean Bell of Kingston, and Elizabeth Dunne of Port Ewen, his grandchildren Jonathan Wenzel and Lily Randel, as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his sister Barbara Lamb.
Entrusted to the care of Luke Keyser of Keyser Funeral & Cremation Service, Inc., 216 Broadway, Port Ewen, NY 12466 where friends may call on Tuesday from 2-4 & 7-8 with a prayer service at 8pm. A mass of Christian burial will take place on Wednesday at 10am at Presentation RC Church in Port Ewen. Burial will follow in Montrepose Cemetery, Kingston.
The family suggests in lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to, Make-A-Wish Foundation® of America, Gift Processing Center, P.O. Box 6062, Albert Lea, MN 56007-6662
Light a candle in memory of Peter at www.KeyserFuneralService.com
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"dad, we love and miss you more each day. stopping by to see you today. happy 1 year in heaven. WE LOVE YOU!!!!!!"
"Pete will be missed and my heart felt feelings go out to his family. Growing up in Port Ewen you had to know the Wenzel's Family and most of all Pete. John Fassbender"
"I have worked with Pete for many years at IBM. He was a great guy.I am so sorry to hear of his death.Please accept my heartfelt condolences. You are in my prayers. Sincerely, Mary Beilman "
"Many years ago I was blessed to have met the Wenzel family. I am deeply sadden to hear of Peter's passing. God bless and my condolences to the family of their great loss of a fine man."
"Love you Uncle Peter Lisa, Joey, and Jordyn xo"
"Very sorry to hear of Pete's passing. I worked with him at IBM years ago."
"My thoughts and prayers are with the Wenzel family."
"pete we miss you , but we know you are in heaven. say hello to mom and dad"
"Lynn and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Linda and Duane Baxter"
"Our condolences to the Wenzel and extended families. Pete was a good guy and we wish him eternal peace."
"I will miss you Uncle Pete, but I have so many memories to hold on to; "Chicka Chicka Boom Boom"(Your truck) , Uncle Pete Baked Beans, working together at IBM and you teaching me to blow my nose as a kid. hehehe Love x0x0x0x Sami from Miami "
"To each and everyone of the Wenzel family, please accept our deepest sympathy for the loss of Peter, Our thoughts and prayers are with Peter and loved ones. "
"I am deeply saddened to hear of Pete's passing. Pete was such a kind soul, who will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My prayers go out to his family in that they are able to find comfort at this difficult time. God Bless."
"RIP Uncle Peter. You will be missed by many. God Bless. Love Becky, Jenny, Kristin"