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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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Zona Campbell

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Christina Murphy

Christine Wells

I'm very sorry to hear that Mrs. Carol Ireland Wensel has passed. She brought so much love, happiness and fun to this world. Taylor, Drew and I had time to reflect on memories this week. During a family board game Sunday night, Drew and I reminded Taylor that she is an expert game player because she inherited Grandie's Canasta "skills." On Tuesday, Daniel called Drew to share the sad news. Uncle Drew calmly focused on caring for Mattie June's needs (Carol's great grand-daughter) and then - quietly, tearfully shared with me that his Grandie had passed. I was glad to be there for him and Taylor (Brett later this week). They have wonderful childhood memories of their Grandie. Love and condolences to all of you.

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Drew Wensel

Cherilyn Williams

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Julie Wensel

Estella Wippert

John,
We are so sorry to hear about Carol. She was a great friend and wonderful example. Her vibrant personality, Kentucky accent, and loving generosity are some of the things we’ll treasure forever.
With love,
Tim and Estella Wippert

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Mary Shepard

I am so sorry about carol going to sleep for a short while
She took me under her wing when I first moved here 40 yrs ago , called and checked on me , went hiking together and had a few whisky sours together
She was always there to give a helping hand
Looking forward to seeing her soon
Mary Ann Shepard

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Kara Thorpe

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Cheryl Konjevich

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Vicki Lewis

So many good memories . . . camping, (throwing chocolate covered cherries at each other from different boats on Woods Canyon Lake); cooking, (she made us “Fried Green Tomatoes” when the movie came out, horrified that we’d never had them😂😂😂); our last trip to Mexico, we laughed and drank margaritas and let Todd cook for us . . . Can’t wait to make more memories . . .

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Sue Hughes

We will all miss Carol. So many good times we all had together. One of her favorite fun times was when we toilet papered the Lewis’ house and ended the evening in a water fight. Another was when we played pin the tail on the donkey but Bob opened the gate where the donkey was and someone was trying to pin the tail but went out the gate blindfolded and Bob closed the gate behind him. So many nights of playing Canasta and hardly ever being able to beat Bob. We were a good team of friends and I will miss that! Till we all see each other again.......❤️

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Courtney Hernandez

Stephen Felix Chavez

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Daniel Wensel

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Drew Wensel

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Cherilyn Williams

Carol and I met at Bellview Congregation in 1962. We were both pregnant. I was an eighteen year old kid and she was my inspiration for motherhood. She was a true southern lady and my loving Christian sister. She is greatly loved and greatly missed.

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Jenny Gyllenskog

Kirk & I got invited to dinner at John & Carol’s shortly after John married us. Trying to be a grown up, I brought a bottle of Jack Daniel’s. When I presented her with my contribution, she told me, “Oh, sweetie, we don’t drink Tennessee whiskey in this house. We drink what Kentucky makes.” To this day, Knob Creek is a staple in our house. I don’t remember what we had for dinner but I know this: Carol was all the things I still aspire to be; spiritual, stylish, poised and most importantly surrounded by those who loved her as fiercely as she loved them. I’ll miss hearing her say my name as only she could and look forward to seeing her as young as she was in that Disneyland picture. Love you all!

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David Wensel

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Kara Thorpe

After being diagnosed with colon cancer, Mom would often say she wished she was rich enough to put up a billboard on the corner of Central & Camelback to advise people to get their colonoscopy. As a true Southern woman, 'you don't talk about those kinds of problems'. Sadly, the cancer was something we likely could have controlled had we known about it earlier. The Alzheimer's, not so much. So as a family who had to endure this unspeakable sadness, we ask you to please pay attention to the little signs of forgetfulness and seek medical help as soon as possible. Only God's Kingdom will relieve these horrid diseases permanently (Isaiah 33:24)

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David Wensel

Drew Wensel

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Julie Wensel

Carol (Grandie) was like a fine wine....she just grew better and better every year of her life. She loved the most being with her family. She would sit for hours and do crafts or read with her grandchildren when they were small and it always brought her (and them) much joy. She could take a simple meal and put her elegant creative touch on it and make it an event. At the same time making her guests feel special.
Her and John's marriage was a testament to what it means not only to be deeply in love, but also completely committed to another person. Their always "three fold cord" kept them solid through thick and thin. When they become empty nesters, the house was empty of the kids, but their life with each other was always full. She will be missed deeply and we look forward to seeing her in the very near future in her "blink of an eye" .....young, vibrant , healthy and loved.

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Kara Thorpe

Thank you Julie for those sweet comments about my "fine wine". She was definitely from an exceptional vintage.... Read more Thank you Julie for those sweet comments about my "fine wine". She was definitely from an exceptional vintage. I already miss ... Read more Thank you Julie for those sweet comments about my "fine... Read more

Cheryl Konjevich

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Daniel Wensel

Our mom, the early years...

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Drew Wensel

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Daniel Wensel

...the teen years...

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Drew Wensel

Kim Hales

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Daniel Wensel

...the fashionista!

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Jenny Gyllenskog

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Daniel Wensel

There was a happy marriage...

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Drew Wensel

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Kim Hales

The thing I admired about your mom and dad was their clear love for each other. After we changed our ministry... Read more The thing I admired about your mom and dad was their clear love for each other. After we changed our ministry school, your mom... Read more The thing I admired about your mom and dad was their... Read more

Cherilyn Williams

Absolutely ❣️ Absolutely ❣️ Absolutely ❣️

Daniel Wensel

...children...

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Drew Wensel

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Daniel Wensel

...children's weddings...

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Drew Wensel

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Daniel Wensel

...and grandkids!

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Lisa Lacey

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