DELRAY BEACH — Bruce Byron Wenzel, 88, passed away at home Aug. 12.
He was born Oct. 26, 1927, in Milwaukee, the younger son of Irma Bierer and Clarence Wenzel. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, Mr. Wenzel spent 54 years as the proprietor of Mercer Wenzel, a family department store on Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach.
He worked to improve the community through his involvement in Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, Community Chest and United Way.
Mr. Wenzel loved playing tennis and was a longtime member of the Ocean Club, Delray Beach Club, Little Club and Quail Ridge.
He is survived by his children, Karen, Mark and Chris, and his grandchildren, Margaret, Kai and Kaeli Stenroos, and Karlanna and Britt Lewis.
A memorial service was held Aug. 15 at Church of the Palms in Delray Beach.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to United Way or a charity of your choice.
— Obituary submitted by the family
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