James R. Hanzel Obituary

The passing of James R. Hanzel (Richland Center, Wisconsin) occurred on June 30, 2026. James, born on January 17, 1929, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Otto Hanzel and Beulah Hanzel; his daughters, Barbara and Judith; his brother Fred (Lavonne); his parents-in-law, Charles and Julia Machovec; and his siblings-in-law, Leo Machovec (Ethel) and Lucille Fanta (Rudy).

He is survived by: his wife Emily Machovec; his children, Daniel Hanzel (Lynn) of Wisconsin Dells, Louise Martin (Larry) of Kewaskum, Mary Ryan (Dan) of Rockland and David Hanzel (Deb) of Viola; his grandchildren, Tracy Platt (Mike), Joshua Hanzel, Lucas Martin (Amanda), Lanaya Bellomo (Daniel), Nathan Ryan, Cadi Ryan and Michael Ryan; his great grandchildren, Mackenzy, Kiley Platt, Tate, Knox Martin, Zoey, Logan Bellomo, Ellie, Emily Ryan and Makenna Ryan; his sister Marge Gleason of Glendale; his brother-in-law Joseph Machovec (late Jill) of Hillpoint; and his nephew Dennis. He is also survived by nieces, other nephews, relatives and friends.

If desired, memorials can be directed to Mick Memorial Park in honor of Jim's memory.