Carole A. Vencill, 81, of North Platte, Nebraska passed away June 30, 2025 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Kearney, Nebraska. She was born September 8, 1943 to Adolph and Eleanor (Lalley) Wonka, in North Platte.
In her own words Carole wrote the following:
Hi, this is me Carole Ann Wonka-Vencill.
After finding out at the age of 80 my blood and heart are having difficulties, I have decided to create my own obituary since who knows more about me than me. I plan on joining dad and mom, Adolph and Eleanor Wonka, along with my son Lee Vencill and great-grandson in heaven since everyone knows that death is the next great adventure. I will be leaving behind my husband, Larry of over 61 years; my 4 great kids, Lori and Tom Bell, Larry Jr and Tina Vencill, Lyndy and Dave Fleecs, Lisa and Bill Rosenof; my grandkids and great-grandkids, and my sister Janice Jones to enjoy life to it’s fullest until we meet again.
I was born September 8, 1943 to wonderful parents and had a great childhood here in North Platte. I have lived and worked in North Platte at many jobs including Davis Drugs, Tim Britt’s Grocery, Ellett’s Tasty Treat, A&W Restaurant, Fairmont’s Creamery, (which only a few will remember), surgery ward clerk, personal banker at Lincoln Federal and finally and still manager of Red Cedars.
The biggest and best part of my life has been my family and friends. What a roller coaster of a ride it has been. I can’t thank my family and friends enough for all of their support and love. But there comes a time when we all will have to say “goodbye for now.”
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Online condolences & live streaming of the service may be shared at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home www.adamsswanson.com
Memorial services will be held at 2:00 P.M., Monday, July 7, 2025 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home with Rev. Vidya Sagar Arikotla as Celebrant. Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens. Adams & Swanson Funeral Home is assisting the family. There will be a book signing on Thursday, July 3, from 9-3 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home who is assisting the family.