Wendy Michelle Grzybowki

**Wendy Rimel Grzybowski** *February 20, 1975 – August 25,2024* After 18 months of battling, Wendy Rimel Grzybowski has triumphed over Renal Cell Carcinoma and now rests peacefully at the feet of Jesus. Wendy, a beloved wife, mother, Gigi, daughter, daughter in law, cousin, aunt, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2024, at the age of 49, surrounded by her loving family at her home in Semmes, AL. Wendy was born and raised in Mobile, AL, where she attended Mary G. Montgomery High School. Following high school, she married Michael Hondo Kelly, who is now deceased. Together, they had three beautiful children: Courtney, Kennedy, and Hondo. Wendy was a single mother until she met Robert Grzybowski in 2004. They have been married for 20 years and shared a beautiful life together. They had one child, Brayden, and raised a total of seven children as a blended family, with Robert’s three children, Kayree, Brittany, and Austin, joining their family. In her spare time, Wendy enjoyed shopping, traveling, and long conversations with her best friend since kindergarten, Leslie. However, nothing brought her more joy than spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Her grandchildren were the light of her life they brought her so much joy. She was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church and was known for her warm smile that made everyone feel welcome. Wendy loved to sing (even if she wasn’t always in tune), talk loudly and proudly, laugh often, and love unconditionally. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Wendy is preceded in death by her first husband, Michael Hondo Kelly; her father-in-law, Roger Kelly; her brother, Kyle Rimel; and all of her grandparents. She is survived by her husband, Robert Grzybowski; their children: Kayree, Brittany (Kristian), Austin (Anna), Courtney (David), Kennedy, Hondo, and Brayden; and eight grandchildren: Cohen, Khloe, Laiken, Elliot, Sterling, Elijah, Amelia, and Emma. mother, Gloria Gentry (Chester Gentry), her father, Johnny Rimel; her brother, Shawn Rimel; her in-laws, Robert Grzybowski, Carol Grzybowski, and Mary Kelly; Wendy also leaves behind many sisters- and brothers-in-law, cousins, and close friends. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 2275 Snow Rd. N., Semmes, AL 36575. Visitation will begin at 11AM-12PM with Mass starting at 12PM-12:45PM followed by a graveside service at Serenity Cemetery. Pallbearers will include Chris McNeil, Bobby Williams, Austin Grzybowski, Scott Bush, David Douglas, and Eric Reddick. A reception will immediately follow the funeral at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 2275 Snow Rd. N., Semmes, AL 36575.

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Wendy Michelle Grzybowki

February 20, 1975 - August 25, 2024