Wendy E.

Pethtel

WENDY PETHTEL (NEE ETLING), age 77, passed away on November 6, 2026. She was born on May 19, 1949 to the family of the late William Etling, Sr. and Geraldine Etling (nee Leonard) in Cleveland where she help to care for her two younger siblings, Keith Etling and the late William Etling, Jr. She attended and graduated from Nordonia High School, where even though her grades were average, her artistic abilities were exceptional. While in school, she met Glenn Pethtel, Sr. At first they “hated” each other, but it seemed that God had other plans because they were married in January of 1968. She was not only a devout wife to Glenn, but a loving mother to her two children Vera Pethtel and Glenn Pethtel, Jr. and his wife Carrie. Wendy is also survived by her cherished grandchildren Carl, III, Christopher, Neil, Zachary, Vincent, Hunter, and Ryan.

Wendy worked hard to support her famly; whether it was cleaning houses or secretarial work in a law office. She did whatever was necessary to care for her family. The only thing that rivaled her love of famliy was Wendy’s cooking skills. She made the best meals and ensured that no one went home hungry! Her house always felt like home. It could be her humor or the silly songs about her cats. You were always welcome in Wendy’s home regardless of whether you agreed with her on the topic of the day or your views were different.

Wendy’s faith was very important to her. She was a devoted Jehovah’s Witness and believed to the end that Jehovah would guide her on her journey through this life and into the next. Maybe that is why she was so stubborn in her ways!

What Wendy lacked in wealth was more than made up for in love and support both for and from her family. Nothing hurts more than to wish her farewell from this life. She was the backbone and glue of her famiy and she will be missed tremendously by her friends, her community, and most importantly her family!

Private family services were celebrated.