Marguerite Patty Lu Wenzel, 88, of Orange Park, Florida, passed away July 24, 2022.
She was born December 12, 1933, in Luverne, Minnesota, to parents Carl H. Anderson and Agnes Maceachran Anderson.
In addition to her parents, Marguerite was predeceased by her sister Carlis Anderson and her brother Alan Anderson.
She is survived by her former husband of 42 years, Richard Wenzel; her sons Peter and Jeremy Wenzel; her sister-in-law Dell Anderson; nieces Mary Hagberg and Julie Anderson; nephew Bruce Anderson; and many other loving family members and friends.
Marguerite is remembered as a devoted and loving Christian woman, dedicated career elementary school educator, civic volunteer, and terrific mother, sister, and friend.
She served her church home, Immanuel Presbyterian Church of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, as a deacon and member of the church choir. She also dedicated her time and talents as a volunteer with Children's Hospital, and a lifetime supporter of the Red Arrow Boys Camp.
Her life and career touched many people, and her passing has left an indelible mark on the many she knew and loved.
Rest in peace, Marguerite, for your life on earth was a gift to all.
In honoring her wishes, memorialization is by cremation. A memorial gathering in celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday August 19, 2022, in the chapel of Jacksonville Memory Gardens Funeral Home, 111 Blanding Blvd., Orange Park, Florida. Family members and friends are encouraged to share photos, condolences, and other remembrances of Marguerite on the Tribute Wall here.
Arrangements are provided by Jacksonville Memory Gardens in Orange Park, Florida, www.jacksonvillememorygardens.com.
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