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Richard Wenzel Obituary

Richard 'Rich' H. Wenzel

Richard 'Rich' H. Wenzel, 68 years old, passed away in Lawrence, Tuesday, November 18th after a lengthy illness. Rich leaves behind his daughter and grandson, Jeannine Wenzel Brown and Kai of Portland, OR, son Matthew Wenzel of Mission, KS, and brothers Bruce, Judd and Scott (Martha) of Lawrence. Rich was a stalwart supporter of the earth and it's peoples and will be missed by many, especially his community garden friends. Memorials can be made to the City of Lawrence Common Ground Community Garden Program. Full obituary and detailed memorial information available at the Cremation Center at Kansas City here : www.cremationcenterkc.com.

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Published by Lawrence Journal-World on Nov. 23, 2014.

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Mick Palmer

December 1, 2014

I remember well the trip Rich, Michael and I made to the Renewable Energy Fair in Wisconsin many years ago.

I'll also remember his dedication to making a better world for the generations yet to come.

November 25, 2014

What a great friend and person. I remember fondly starting up the KAW radio station with him. He will be missed but always remembered.

Carol Lavery

November 24, 2014

Richard and I grew up as neighbors on Tennessee and Ohio Streets and as classmates. I had no idea he was nearby in Eugene. A Good Guy, indeed.

Bob Eye

November 24, 2014

Rich was a good and thoughtful person. His activism and commitment to social and environmental justice were his gifts to us and they live on. He will be missed.

chris drinkhouse

November 23, 2014

Rich loved the outdoors, renewable energy, music, and a good laugh. His smile was contagious! He showed me kindness over the 25+ years I was fortunate to know him. I'm thinking of all of his family and friends.

November 23, 2014

I am truly sad at Rich's passing. My heart felt condolences and prayers go out to Rich and the whole family. May God alleviate your suffering and grief and fill your hearts with meaning and purpose and love. Mike Deshler

November 23, 2014

Rich's complete obituary should be available by tomorrow (Monday, Nov 24) at www.cremationcenterkc.com/category/obituaries/. The Wenzel Family

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