Clarence Lee Wenzel

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Clarence Lee Wenzel, known to many as "Ham" who passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025 at the age of 95. Clarence was preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Patricia Ann, mother, Bertha and father, Richard and two brothers, Melvin and Raymond and his sister Lily. Clarence was a proud U.S. Army Veteran serving in Ft. Smith, Arkansas, where he taught arms and sniper training before being honorably discharged as a corporal. Following his service, Clarence moved his family to Dallas where he began a long and fulfilling career at General Portland Cement Company. He retired after 48 impressive years. It was during his early General Portland days that he earned the nickname "Ham" and all of his customers and many friends knew him by that name.

Throughout his career, Clarence built lasting friendships and was proud to love a job that brought him many experiences and adventures. He often spoke of how blessed he was to be able to enjoy his work and the people he met along the way. He maintained those friendships well into his retirement. He was an avid golfer and hosted many hunting and fishing trips over the years.

Family was of utmost importance to Clarence, he was always there to lend a hand when needed. His love for his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren was unwavering. He cherished every visit and celebration with his family. They all brought him great joy. To his children he was Dad, but his grands and great-grands called him Pop Pop. He also stayed in touch with his nieces, nephews, and cousins. His relationships were near and dear to his heart and he maintained them with care and devotion.

Clarence is survived by his daughter, Claudia, (her children Erin Jamesen and her husband Matt Jamesen and their children Cale, Hayes, and Elliot) and Lauren Sabedra and her husband Brady Zelenka and their children Poppy and Lee), and his son, Richard (his wife Jeannie, and their children Landri, (wife Liz), Presley, Cody, Randi, and Connor). He will be greatly missed by his family and his friends.

A memorial service will be held on Thursday, April 24, 12:00pm in the chapel at Lucas Funeral Home-Hurst followed by a  private service and inurnment at Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery. at 3:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the charity of their choosing.

"Be devoted to one another in love; honor one another above yourself." Romans 12:10