Robert was born on July 14, 1949 to Norman and Beverly Wendzel. Robert passed away at his home on Jan. 16, 2023.
Robert grew up in Hartford, MI. He was baptized and confirmed at Salem Lutheran Church in Coloma. Robert graduated from Dowagiac High School and earned a BA Degree in Business Administration at Michigan State University. Later, he received a Jurist Doctorate at the University of Detroit Law School.
He married Carol Larson in 1974. They were married for 48 years until her passing on May 27, 2022.
After working as a lawyer for many years, Robert went into Sales Management, developing skills in public relations, marketing, office management, and contract negotiations. He worked for Arrow Office Supply in Detroit, Michigan until his death.
Robert is survived by his sister, Susan Kipp (husband David). He also has two nephews, John and Michael, and their wives and children.
He was preceded in death by his wife, his father, Norman Wendzel, mother, Beverly Wendzel, and brother, Jeffrey Wendzel.
A memorial service and committal will be led by Pastor Alex Hoffmeyer and Pastor David Kipp on Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at Salem Lutheran Church, 275 Marvin Street in Coloma, with a luncheon to follow.
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