Richard "Smokey" Wendell's obituary , Passed away on March 2, 2025 in Royal Oak, Michigan

Richard "Smokey" Wendell

February 21, 1945 - March 2, 2025 (80 years old)

Royal Oak, Michigan

Richard "Smokey" Wendell's obituary , Passed away on March 2, 2025 in Royal Oak, Michigan
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Richard "Smokey" Wendell

February 21, 1945 - March 2, 2025 (80 years old)

Royal Oak, Michigan

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Richard Wendell Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Richard Wendell (Royal Oak, Michigan), born in New York, New York, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on March 2, 2025 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Richard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Richard leaves behind.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Maryanne; his children, Michelle Wendell, Heidi Wendell (Ed Roarty), Jessica Fusello and Cody Wendell (Maria Wendell); his grandson Julian Wendell; his sister Arvilla Woodington; and his brothers-in-law, Richard Hofmann (Laraine Hofmann) and Kenny Switalski. He was also cherished by numerous nieces and nephews.



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