Wanda L. Wetzel
September 17, 1931 - November 30, 2020
Obituary
LODI - Wanda Lea Wetzel, age 89, passed away quietly on November 30, 2020 after spending time with family members the previous day. Wanda was born in Cobb, Wisconsin, on September 17, 1931. Wanda was the only child of Milton and Irene Fritsch. She graduated from Cobb High School in 1949. Wanda graduated from Platteville State University and started teaching in Lodi, Wisconsin in 1952. While teaching, she met the man of her dreams, Virgil Wetzel, while bowling with friends. They were married in 1955 and resided in a home Virgil built in Okee, Wisconsin. Wanda stopped teaching full time to raise her two boys Steven Ray and Michel Scott. She returned to full time teaching in 1975 and retired in 1993. She was an excellent teacher and truly loved educating children. Wanda is survived by her two sons, Steven (Laurie) and Michael (Denise) and her four grandchildren, Justin (fiancée Margaret Ann), David (Sara), Karin (fiancé Gregg), and Curtis. An extremely giving, caring and family-oriented woman, Wanda will be greatly missed by her family and friends. We love you mom and hope you and Dad are doing great. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com .
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Larry and Bonnie Thompson
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We are so sorry for your loss. It’s hard to lose your parents and it’s really hard to see them suffer. I (Larry), thought a lot of both Wanda and Virgil and I was fortunate to have them as good friends for many years. Our sympathy to your whole family. Larry and Bonnie Thompson
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Patty (Brereton) Simms
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On behalf of Wanda's long-term friend and neighbor, Betty Brereton, and her family, please accept our condolences on the loss of a special, generous and dear friend. You are in our thoughts. Betty & Family
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Denise Sharpee
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Mrs. Wetzel was the best teacher ever I loved her class Rest In Peace!
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Pamela Lundgren
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She was my 6th grade teacher. Such a good, caring teacher. She had that perfect balance of firm but kind. My condolences to your family.
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Timothy Holtzman
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So very sorry for the loss of a wounderful person. My grandmother thought the world of her. I remember her talking of her and Virgil growing up. Her and my grandfather Roy and Virginia. She can now watch over her family and keep them safe. Bless her soul. Tim Holtzman and Family
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Betsy Dunne
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Steve, Mike and families, Wanda was a wonderful teacher- we had such good times together at the elementary school. She was so proud of you both! Thinking of you at this difficult time. Betsy Dunne