Mary Lou Patzel

Mary Lou Patzel was born to Myron and Ruth (Lyksett) Christensen January 25, 1944 in Independence, KS.

She met Stan Patzel at UNL. They were married March 25, 1967 after Stan graduated from Army Officer Candidate School in Lawton, OK. After the military they returned to Lincoln and Mary Lou finished her Bachelor of Fines Arts degree. She worked as a commercial artist.

Mary Lou was an artistic person who enjoyed art, antiques, decorating and history. Vacations included visiting a 19th century period home or two. She loved her family and adored her grandchildren. Mary Lou was humble, gentle, kind and caring with a sense of humor.

She is survived by her husband, Stan Patzel; daughter, Andrea (Isaac) Welch; grandchildren, Tristan, Lucian, and Annabella, brother, John (Mary) Christensen; sister, Laura Christensen (Don Hitz), cousins, nieces, nephews and in-laws. Preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Annabelle.

Due to the pandemic upsurge, there will only be a small private family funeral.

Since Mary Lou loved animals, memorials may be given to the Lincoln Capital Humane Society.

Memorials

Lincoln Capital Humane Society

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January 21, 2022

I remember living down the street from Mary Lou and Stan back in Lincoln. Stan always bought her an antique hair pin for important occasions. Not sure why I remember this – but I do. She was a wonderful lady, wife and mother. She put up with Stan’s hunting stories and birds that he brought home. She was special!

– Ron Maltarich

December 25, 2021

Didn’t know Mary Lou worked with Stan at the Goodyear plant in Norfolk,Ne. Stan was an excellent boss everybody liked Stan he was a good plant manager. Our sympathy to Stan and family.

– Barry& Kay Ponton

December 20, 2021

We met Stan walking our dogs in the neighborhood in 2019 and have regular cars and dogs conversations. We did not know about Mary’s health situation and this dramatic turn of event. Our condolences to Stan and his family.

– John Beghin and Yalem Teshome 1300 Crestdale Rd Lincoln

December 18, 2021

We were very saddened to hear of the passing of Mary Lou. You have our deepest sympathy. We’re sure that you have many fond memories of Mary Lou that will help get you through this difficult period of time. We certainly enjoyed getting to know Mary Lou when you lived in Norfolk.

– Bob & Marion Geyer

December 18, 2021

I didn’t know Mary Lou so well but certainly remembered her husband, Stan Patzel, and offer my deepest sympathy to Stan and the family during this period of grief.

– Wayne Simpson, Katy, TX

December 14, 2021

My deepest sympathies to her family and friends. My heart goes out to her spouse Stan who I consider a dear friend. It was very obvious that he loved her with all his heart.