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Marcia Louise Wentzel, 45, born February 5, 1969 in Sterling, IL to David and Judith [Barnnet] Lowe and Caitlin Elizabeth Wentzel, 11, born August 13, 2002 in Atlanta, Georgia to Joseph and Marcia [Lowe] Wentzel, passed away on April 21, 2014 in Mesa, AZ.
Marcia was a devoted wife and mother and her life was centered around placing Caitlin first. She graduated from the University of Illinois in 1990. She worked for 11 years with State Farm in Georgia and Illinois. Marcia was very athletic and enjoyed swimming and running. Marcia always put others ahead of herself. She was beautiful, brave and dedicated. Her spirit will live in others She married in 1998 and is survived by her loving husband Joseph Thomas Wentzel, her parents David and Judith Lowe; siblings Cynthia (Tom) Foley, John (Holly) Lowe and Jeff (Angie) Lowe.
Caitlin was a ray of sunshine, had a beautiful and contagious smile, was very intellectually curious, read above her grade level and had a passion to learn. She attended an online schooling program with Carpe Diem. Caitlin enjoyed learning about cultures, reading, art and swimming. Caitlin had innate ability to connect with people through empathy for others. Caitlin is survived by her loving father Joseph Thomas Wentzel, her maternal grandparents David and Judith Lowe; paternal grandparents Maureen and James Wentzel; uncles Tim (Lisa Abrams) Wentzel and Jamie (Robin) Wentzel and her service dog and best friend Keller.
A celebration of their lives will be held at 9:00 am, on May 1, 2014 at Mariposa Gardens Cemetery Chapel 6747 E. Broadway Rd in Mesa. Please visit www.mariposagardens.com to leave condolences.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Marcia's and Caitin's names to the National Organization of Rare Disorders (NORD), 1779 Massachusetts Ave, Suite 500, Washington DC 20036; 4 Paws for Ability, Inc., 253 Dayton Ave, Xenia, OH 45385 or the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation (OIF), 804 W. Diamond Ave, Suite 210, Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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March 25, 2015
Lisa Jones
Rest In Peace Marcia and Caitlin. Love to you Joe , try to stay strong xxxx
March 25, 2015
Lisa Jones
Joe, I am from England and read your story online. I want to send my love to you. Stay strong xxx
October 6, 2014
K Gross
Joe, I was Marcia's roommate at Tri-Delts at U of I and just recently learned of her passing and your daughter's. Marcia was one of my favorite people at college - she was full of optimism and light and I am devastated by this news. I truly pray that she and Caitlin are at peace and will watch over you as your new guardian angels. Sending you prayers from Columbus, OH
July 26, 2014
Ellina Teper
Joe, I do not know you or your family and only recently learned of your story from one of the first responders who was deeply affected by what happened.
I grieve the loss of your beautiful wife and daughter, pray for your healing, and wish peace upon your heart.
July 14, 2014
Joe, I am so sorry to hear about Caitlin and Marcia. They were a special mother and daughter . They are in heaven now looking over you and don't have the pain now they had to live with daily.
God Bless you Joe and may your memories of them help ease your pain. Nancy Wilsey
May 18, 2014
Stasia Plump
Joe.. I am a friend of your parents, and want to extend my sympathy to you, at this sad time in your life. I pray for them and for you, asking God to walk with you always. May Our Lord grant you peace in mind and heart as you struggle to understand all that has happened. May you feel the arms of Our Lord enfolding you with his comfort and care.
With love and prayers,
Stasia
May 12, 2014
Connie Gowan
John, This is Connie Schmidt Gowan, (CJ). We went to Camp Benson together. I am so sorry for your loss. I am sending good healing light and prayers to you and your family. Hope and Peace to all.
May 11, 2014
Sherry Bayless
Joe and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Words cannot be found to adequately express my sympathy. Your wife and daughter are beautiful. Sending my thoughts, prayers and hugs your way. May God give you strength through this time. Thinking of you and your
May 11, 2014
Joe our thoughts and prayers are wish you now and always, Tim, liana, carina and Adina McCormick. I am in Lithuania presently,
May 8, 2014
Jack & Kathy Granahan
Joe. Our prayers and sympathy are with you during this sad time. The pictures were a beautiful tribute.
May 5, 2014
Jeanie & Tim Sullivan
The Sullivans from Sterling express our profound sympathy to your entire family. The photos are a fabulous collection-- I feel as though I know them. Marcia & Caitlin were so full of joy and life. Thank you for sharing and giving us a glimpse of their special beauty.
May 5, 2014
Jim & Carleen Damm
Joe & Family. Words are not adequate to express our sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Carleen Damm
May 2, 2014
Joe & Judy Jordan
Joe,
Words cannot express the heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your beautiful wife and daughter. May God give you strength in the days ahead, and may the love of family comfort you. The photos are so beautiful, a moving tribute to Caitlin and Marcia. Our love and prayers are with you.
May 2, 2014
Joe,
Words cannot begin to express our deep sympathy for this great loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you. The photos are such a testament to the joyful lives they lived. Peace be with you during this terribly difficult time.
Sandy & Katie Arildsen Mallory
May 1, 2014
Neil Coker
Joe, may to Lord provide you peace and comfort during this very difficult and sad time. You are in my prayers.
May 1, 2014
Margarete Winland
Joe, the photos are such a tribute to Marcia and Caitlin. Their smiles demonstrate the love and joy your provided them throughout the years. I have such great memories of them coming into the office with Keller. Your entire State Farm family is hear to support you and help you in any way. Consider this one big virtual hug.
May 1, 2014
Rich & Noreen Forcucci
Joe & Family - We send our love, concern and our sympathy to all of you and pray for your comfort. May God bless you all and give you strength to survive this tragedy in your life.
May 1, 2014
Jason Watson
Praying that peace will be with your minds and hearts during this time of sorrow.
May 1, 2014
Stephanie Henderson
Joe and family,
When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.
With thoughts of peace and courage for you
May 1, 2014
Joe - so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
Kirby and Vickie Bruce
April 30, 2014
Anne & Steve Davis
Joe - There are no words to express our sympathy for your loss. You are in our thougths and prayers in the coming days, weeks, and years. Know that you have many people to love and support you during this difficult time. Anne & Steve Davis
April 30, 2014
Susan Shellhorn
Joe, I am so very sorry to hear about your tragic loss. May it help to know how many people share in your sorrow and will stand with and beside you in your time of need. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
April 30, 2014
Brice Huddleston
Joe, so sorry to hear about your loss. May God and your many beautiful memories provide some level of comfort through the days ahead. Brice
April 30, 2014
Tyesha Jackson
Joe, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My deepest condolences and prayers to you and the family.
April 30, 2014
Nathan Pierce
Joe,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
April 30, 2014
Jim Waters
Joe, Wentzel and Lowe Families. I am deeply saddened by the news of your tragic loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult of times.
April 30, 2014
Justin and Gina Crouthamel
Joe, We don't have adequate words to express our sympathy. But know that you're surrounded by people who love you, and we've got your back, even all the way out on the prairie. Hang in there. --Justin and Gina
April 30, 2014
Veda Winningham White
Joe,so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time. Lean not to your own understanding. May God give you peace, comfort and understanding in due time.
April 30, 2014
Janet Tharp
Joe so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and rest of family. I know how proud you were of Caitlin. Amazing little girl. Love you. Janet tharp
April 29, 2014
Marcia & Cait WentZel
To Everyone That Has Been Affected By This Unmeasurable Loss, We Pray for Their Healing.
The 4 Paws for Ability Benefit Will Always Be A Part Of A Good Memory.
Our Sincere Sympathy
Duane & Diane Schieler
April 29, 2014
Margaret Baldwin
Joe, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers,
April 29, 2014
Kathy Bokemeyer
Joe, I'm so sorry for your loss and hope you know how much support you have from all your friends and family. Marcia and Cait's lives touched many of us. I pray and hope you are comforted during this difficult time and beyond.
April 29, 2014
Travis Gordon
Joe, We know no words can heal this loss right now. Both Holly and I still want you to know you, Marcia, and Caitlin are in our thoughts. We consider ourselves to be so very fortunate to share very fond memories with the three of you.
- Travis, Holly, and family
April 29, 2014
Mark & Mary Mikel
Joe, I know words can not describe your loss or provide comfort at this time. We are deeply saddened and wish we could be with you... Please know you and your family are in our daily thoughts and prayers. God bless.
April 29, 2014
Pam Hoffman
Joe I can't begin to express how sorry I am for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers..
April 29, 2014
Tom Moss
Joe, I am so sorry for your loss and please know that you are in my prayers.
April 29, 2014
Dave and Judy, You are in our hearts and in our prayers. We love you so much. Marilyn Anderson and Jaret Lansford
April 29, 2014
Brendolyn Smith
Joe, you are in our thoughts and prayers today and in the coming days.
April 28, 2014
Tom Hyland and Family
Joe,
Please know that there are people across the country that have you in their prayers, and we are praying for you, Marcia and Caitlin and for peace. As I looked at the photo journal assembled here, I felt like I was meeting your beautiful daughter and it brought memories of you and Marcia back to me. I only hope that the joy of your memories will help console you in this time of sadness and loss. May God hold you close.
April 28, 2014
Becky & Jim Kachelmuss
Joe, Wentzel family and Lowe family..........please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of tragic loss.
April 28, 2014
Edward Abarquez
Joe, I am so sorry for your heart-breaking loss. My family & I are praying for you and your family.
April 28, 2014
Joe, you are in our thoughts and prayers today and in the coming days. Please know that we may be far away in miles but you are in our heart during this very difficult time. Your wife and daughter were lovely women and we wish we could have known them. Peace be with you. Misty and Jim Yeatts
April 28, 2014
Kathryn Gaddy
Joe, my heart aches for you and I am so sorry for your loss. Many thoughts and prayers are being sent for you.
April 28, 2014
Barbara Butler
Joe, May the love of God and peace be with you. Just know that earth has no sorrows that Heaven can not heal. Please feel free to reach out for anything you need me to do.
April 28, 2014
Cecilia Diaz
Joe - please accept my sincere condolences. I pray that the good memories help heal the void left in your heart.
April 28, 2014
Bob Moltrum
Joe,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you.
April 28, 2014
Ann Call
Joe, I am so saddened by your loss. Wish there was something I could do to make this process easier. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family. May peace find it's place in your heart. Marcia and Cait were so loved.
April 28, 2014
Richard & Diana Hess
Joe, both Diana and I are so saddened by your loss. We are thinking of you every day. Please let us know if you need anything.
April 28, 2014
Joe- I am so sorry for your loss. I went to school with Marcia for many years. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. Marci (Winger) Greenawalt, Phoenix, Arizona
April 28, 2014
Loretta Van Roekel
Mr. Wentzel, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Loretta and the Mighty Maids crew
April 28, 2014
Jennifer Krienert
Joe – I am so sorry for your great loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
April 28, 2014
Melissa McGuffin
Jeff and Angie, I was heartbroken to hear of your loss. Such beautiful pictures of your family. My prayers go out to you all in this time of loss and healing. Please reach out with anything I can do. God Bless.
Mel McGuffin, GE Healthcare
April 28, 2014
Jim & Diane Loos
We are so saddened by the loss of Marcia and Caitlin. Our very deepest sympathy to all those who have been touched by their lives. We will forever hold the joy that Marcia shared with us as a young child.
April 28, 2014
Leo Jordan
Joe, I am so very sorry for your unbearable loss.
April 28, 2014
Mike Carroll (Sr.)
Joe, you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
April 28, 2014
Vanessa Torres AMy
Joe, sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort.
April 28, 2014
Rachel McFarland
Joe, So very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Sending love and peace to you. Rachel
April 27, 2014
Pamela Lalk
Joe, Words cannot say enough - I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam
April 26, 2014
Sharon
I am so very sorry for your great loss. May loving memories of Marcia and Caitlin sustain you during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in God's promise that you will be reunited with your love ones again.
April 26, 2014
Joe, so very sorry to hear about what happened. May our Lord bless and comfort you during this time of grief. Please accept my sincere condolences. Pam Jenkins
April 25, 2014
Terri Jordan Lantz
We love you Joe and sending many prayers.
Doug, Terri, Bridget, Tess and Meg.
April 25, 2014
John and Staci Christensen
Joe, I am so sorry for this tragic loss. Staci and I are praying for you all. Peace be with you and know we love you. We are just so sorry.
April 25, 2014
Sabrina Carney
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. No words can soothe the pain of passing. So my hope for you is that time heals your pain. May friends and family be your rock to weather this storm. My thoughts and prayers continue with you during this time and I hope for the best for you.
April 25, 2014
Kathy Ress
Joe - You are in our thoughts and prayers. Two lovely angels watching over you. Kathy and Matt Ress
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