Lawrence D. Wetzel

RACINE- Lawrence D. Wetzel,61, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, October 11, 2022.

Larry was born in Shawano, WI on March 21, 1961, to Leonard and Lois (nee: Hawkins) Wetzel. He was a 1979 Graduate of Shawano High School and a 1982 graduate of Wisconsin School of Electronics. Larry was employed with GE, Federal Mailing Systems, and The Courtney Company.

Big Lar as his family and friends called him, was truly a gentle giant. He was a kindhearted man who made him easily approachable. His career took all over the world and he never failed to bring home souvenirs for his family and friends. He had a love for German Shepherds especially his babies Bella and Bear. Larry had a passion for cars that started with his 1970 Pontiac Lemans. He was a fan of Nascar racing. In his younger years he was active in the New Berlin Jaycees. Larry enjoyed going on fishing trips, gardening, down hill skiing.

He will be deeply missed by his mother Lois Wetzel, sister Lori Wetzel, brother & sister-in-law Lee (Mary) Wetzel, nephew and niece Lucas Wetzel and Stephanie (Jacob) Stilen and great Nephews Dennis and Wesley Stilen. Larry is further survived by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father.

A celebration of life will be held at Country Pump, 4713 Hwy. 31, Racine, WI 53405 on Friday, November 4, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.
A second celebration will be held at Breakaway, N2921 County Rd. Y, Clintonville, WI 54929 on Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m.