Memories of Carol Ireland Wensel

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Carol Ireland Wensel

Tucson, Arizona

June 9, 1940 - January 5, 2021

Jun 9, 1940 - Jan 5, 2021

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Jim Gardner

John, I just came across Carol's passing, my sincerest condolences to you and your family, She was truly a beautiful lady.....

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Kellie Thorpe

Carol's Slideshow

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Daniel Wensel

Kellie Thorpe

Carol's Final video

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Esther Sorenson

Kara Thorpe

Daniel Wensel

Kellie Thorpe

Introduction Video from Carol's memorial

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Kara Thorpe

Lisa Tye-Wells

Daniel Wensel

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John Wensel

Outstanding poem you wrote and read perfectly Joan Benton. Thank you so much for your exceptional talent!... Read more Outstanding poem you wrote and read perfectly Joan Benton. Thank you so much for your exceptional talent! Outstanding poem you wrote and read perfectly Joan ... Read more

Lisa Tye

Dear Wensel and Thorpe Families,
What a beautiful memorial for Carol. The videos, the talk and brother Lewis reminiscing about the camping trips. And every picture of Carol, just beautiful. The poem Joan wrote celebrating your parents love for one another....I think it was the prettiest memorial that I have attended.
Much Love~
Lisa Tye-Wells

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Daniel Wensel

Kara Thorpe

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Esther Sorenson

Steady and she goes. Always consistant in her life of serving Jehovah!

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Kara Thorpe

Eric Rosenberg

Dear John and family,

We are so sorry for the loss of Carol. When we first decided it was time to make the move to Shaw Butte congregation, I was looking forward to it so much mostly because both you and Carol were already in this congregation. And with the background connection that we all have, I have always felt that we were almost like family. Carol was such a dear person and I wish we had gotten to spend more time with her before her health started going downhill as much as it had. Even though we do miss both of you very much we do remember the beautiful hope of the resurrection and we keep people like her dear in our hearts until that time.

Love,
Eric Kathy and Aubrey Rosenberg

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Daniel Wensel

Kara Thorpe

Suzanne Genteman

It was a never-ending source of wonder to me to listen to my beloved Aunt Carol and my mom Alinda simply talk and chat with each other, for every moment they spent together, their childhood accents also decided to come out and play. Countless times I laughed out loud with the joy and pleasure of listening to their voices, growing ever more Southern by the minute. By the end of any given conversation, I believed I too was back in Kentucky. I love my dear Auntie, she was always kind and good to me, and I will miss her. Uncle John, Kara, David and Danny, please know my thoughts are with you during this difficult time, Love, Suzy

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Kara Thorpe

Christina Murphy

Daniel Wensel

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Kara Thorpe

Me too Suzy! I loved how they called each other "kid" and I will miss that. Also listening to them sing... Read more Me too Suzy! I loved how they called each other "kid" and I will miss that. Also listening to them sing together while your... Read more Me too Suzy! I loved how they called each other "kid"... Read more

Gloria Chavez

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Gloria Chavez

Kara Thorpe

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Gloria Chavez

Dear Wensel Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Carol was a beautiful... Read more Dear Wensel Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Carol was a beautiful sister inside and out,... Read more Dear Wensel Family, ... Read more

John Wensel

Thank you Gloria for that loving comment. Now we both share the similar experience of seeing our marriage... Read more Thank you Gloria for that loving comment. Now we both share the similar experience of seeing our marriage mate and best friend... Read more Thank you Gloria for that loving comment. Now we both... Read more

Christina Murphy

I have lovely memories of Aunt Carol. Even as a kid, whenever we saw her at family gatherings and assemblies, she would always smile and hug me. She would ask me questions about how I was doing and made me feel so grown up. It meant so much that she cared. Her voice was soft and sweet and full of warmth. My heart goes out to Uncle John, Dave, Kara and Dan and the rest of the family. I am so grateful to Jehovah for his kindness and to Jesus for his sacrifice, so I can see Aunt Carol again in Paradise.
Love, Christie

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Kara Thorpe

Daniel Wensel

Joe & Vivian Murphy

The last time we saw her she was a picture of health. Carol looked like she had won the battle with the cancer. We feel bad for John, they had been together over 60 years. We hope to see her soon in Paradise. She has won her fight and assured her place as a faithful one. I (Vivian) remember going in service with her so many years ago. Our prayers are with the family.
Love Always, Vivian & Joe

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Kara Thorpe

Daniel Wensel

Lisa Tye-Wells

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Elaine Semonian

Gary and I were so sorry to hear the sad news. I will never forget that Carol and Kara threw our bridal shower. Your family moved from Tucson back to Phoenix just a couple years after we got married but we never forgot all of you. You all were a big part of the congregation and our teenage years.
It won’t be long before we see Carol and all our loved ones again. For them it will be a blink of an eye. Until then Jehovah the God of all comfort and our dear friends that He provides through our dear brotherhood sustains us all! ❤️❤️

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Daniel Wensel

Kara Thorpe

Joshua Streamland

My name is Joshua Streamland. I am a servant of the most high God. Carol Wensel was my sister in Jehovah. We did not spend much time together, and she did not speak too many words, But she didn’t have to. When she looked at me, I knew that she could see me. She made me feel special. I won’t forget that! 🥰
HE WILL CALL
Job 14:13-15

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Esther Sorenson

Kara Thorpe

Courtney Hernandez

My most favorite Southern Belle of all time... love you all. ❤️

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Kara Thorpe

Daniel Wensel

Lisa Lacey

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Kara Thorpe

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Lisa Lacey

We are so sorry to hear about Carol. She was such a sweet lady. Your family has always had a special place... Read more We are so sorry to hear about Carol. She was such a sweet lady. Your family has always had a special place in our hearts. We can’t... Read more We are so sorry to hear about Carol. She was such a... Read more

Vicki Silveri

We are so very sorry for your loss dear friends. May Jehovah comfort and soothe you. Ps 94:19

Looking forward to those happy tears ahead. In the meantime you're all in our prayers. It won't be long. ❤️ - Dewey and Vicki

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Kara Thorpe

Jack Speer

Hi John and family
So sorry to hear about carol. It’s always hard to express words in such times. May Jehovah’s promises and his words bring you comfort as we await the end of all pain and sorrow. The 34th psalm has brought us much encouragement and comfort in such times. Especially vs 7, 18,19. We send our love and condolences to you and your family!
Jack and Wendy Speer

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Vicki Silveri

Kara Thorpe

John Wensel

Thanks to all who posted comments and memories on this website that our three children set up. Carol was the light of my life and the sunshine of all my days. I miss her so very much! Looking ahead to the day when she is told by Jesus, just like he told Lazarus, "Come on out". I can hardly wait for that day. Short nap for Carol, just around the corner for me.
Love all of you!
John

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Vicki Silveri

Courtney Hernandez

Esther Sorenson

Drew Wensel

Jenny Gyllenskog

Lisa Sturgill

Daniel Wensel

Christine Wells

Christina Murphy

Paul & Deb Lewton

Hard to find words....She will be missed so. Such an elegant woman and sister. Always the Southern Bell and kind. Yet I loved her fired spirit too! I too truly enjoyed those Canasta games. And some of the other games too where she used her prowess from Canasta in them too...hahaha. The times her and John had me over were true gems to remember. And the times we spent together out in service as two couples really will be missed.

We will miss her greatly until we see her again.

P&D

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Kara Thorpe

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Kara Thorpe

Thanks for those memories - We loved those times as well Thanks for those memories - We loved those times as well Thanks for those memories - We loved those times as... Read more

Kara Thorpe

That comment was from me, John, to Paul and Deb Lewton That comment was from me, John, to Paul and Deb Lewton That comment was from me, John, to Paul and Deb Lewton... Read more

Esther Sorenson

Iwascso sorry to hear of Carol passing away. I loved her zeal and love for Jehovah. She gave a young woman some good advice one day. " Marry someone who loves Jehovah more than he loves you" WOW such good advice and insight. She was a wonderful sister. Looking forward in the very near future to welcome her back. All my Love to John and family. ❤💕❤💕❤

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Kara Thorpe

Julie Wensel

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Kara Thorpe

Thank you Esther. She gave that marriage advice often as it was the key to their long and happy marriage.... Read more Thank you Esther. She gave that marriage advice often as it was the key to their long and happy marriage. Thank you Esther. She gave that marriage advice often... Read more

Nina Torres

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Linda Johnson

Dear Family I never met your family Thanks for the warm HAPPY pictures. I can tell by the smiles you with Carol must have known Jevhovah God. A better life is ' Just around the corner!'

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Diane Kiarsis

We are so sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. Another faithful servant of Jehovah that he will remember for her works and the love she showed for his name. (Heb. 6:10) I enjoyed being with her in the congregation and had many enjoyable days with her in service... will be looking forward to seeing her again.

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Kara Thorpe

Lisa Sturgill

When my 2nd child, Kaleb, was born (30 + yrs ago) I had to have major surgery a few days after delivery and Carol arranged for some friends to come over and help me for a couple weeks. She was so sweet in how she arranged it. Something one does not forget. 💕

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