NEIL THOMAS WENZEL

January 5th, 1942 – October 18th, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Neil Thomas Wenzel aged 83 years of Briercrest, SK, on Saturday, October 18th, 2025, at the Dr. F. H. Wigmore Regional Hospital with family by his side, after a short but courageous battle with cancer.  

Neil was born on January 5th, 1942, to George and Myrtle (Moen) Wenzel, who predeceased him along with two brothers-in-law, Donald Knight and Jerry Graham.  He was raised near Briercrest, SK where he spent his life doing what he loved most – farming the land he grew up on.  A dedicated and successful farmer, Neil took great pride in his work and in preserving the legacy of the family farm.  

Neil will be lovingly remembered by his sister Lyla Knight, her son Gord (Lori) and their children: Braden (Vanessa) and Matt (Julia); sister Linda Graham and her children: Pam (Grant) Ripplinger and their children: Warner, Brier, and Ember; Christina (Andre) Schepens and their children: Layla and Scarlett; Michelle (John) Graham; Tom (Susan) Graham and their children: Emilee, Ramsey, and Sawyer; Jen (Jill) Graham and their child: Sienna.  

Neil was a quiet but steady presence in the lives of those who knew him. His love for the land, his deep roots in the Briercrest community will not be forgotten.  He leaves behind a legacy of resilience, dedication, and family.  

A Come and Go Memorial Tea will be held on Saturday, May 23^rd, 2026 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a tribute at 2:00 p.m., at the Briercrest Hall in Briercrest, SK.  Interment will follow at 4:00 p.m. at Briercrest Lutheran Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in Neil’s name may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society, 200-325 Manning Road NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 2P5 or the Moose Jaw Health Foundation, 55 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw, SK, S6J 0C2. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550