Richard Karl Wenzel, of Stevens Point passed away peacefully on April 22, 2024, at Maple Ridge Memory Care at the age of 77.

Richard was born on November 27, 1946 to Karl Newby Wenzel and Jane (Reinhart) Wenzel who have preceded him in death. He attended PJ Jacobs High School, graduating in 1964.

Richard worked at Point Sporting Goods until he was drafted into the US Army. He was stationed in Germany where he was in active duty from 1966-1969. He was discharged with honors and moved back to Wisconsin where he went to work for United Parcel Service in Sheboygan. He and his first wife (Ruth Bowen) and their 2 children then transferred back with UPS to Stevens Point.

Richard loved spending time with his children, they all became very involved with Stevens Point Youth baseball. He coached and held numerous titles from 1980 – 1987. He was an active sports enthusiast who loved fishing, hunting, golfing and watching the Milwaukee Brewers. In 1983, Richard married Beverly (Langrehr). They resided in Stevens Point and eventually in Plover, WI. Richard retired from UPS after 31 years of service. During his retirement years he continued enjoyed his favorite activities and took up the art of golf club making and spending time with anybody who would talk.

Richard is survived by his wife of 40 years, Beverly, daughter Lorna (Jim) Ross, of Red Wing, MN, son Brian (Laurie Rossier), sister Ferol (Robert) Kenseth, of Kennesaw, GA. Nieces and nephews and extended relation.

A celebration of life is planned for Saturday May 11, 2024 at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 600 Wilshire Blvd, Stevens Point, WI. Visitation will take place at the church from 10am – noon followed by a memorial service at noon then will be laid to rest with military honors at Restlawn Cemetery, 6411 Plover Rd, Wisc Rapids, WI, after the service. All are welcome to attend.