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In memory of
Joe "Papa Joe" Lentz
1954 - January 20, 2025
1954 - Jan 20, 2025
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to Melanoma Research Foundation.
$630.00
Raised by 11 people
Personal note from Joe's Kids
Obituary
Joseph Paul Lentz passed away on Monday, January 20, 2025 at the age of 70. He was predeceased by his birth parents, Donald Basnaw and Jean Stroud; his adoptive parents, Newt and Florence Lentz; and his daughter-in-law, Gayle Lentz. He is survived by his wife, Laureen "Rene" Capizzi; his children, Heather, Lawrence, Jeff (Joann) & Jennifer (Joe Clausen) Lentz, Colby, and Shauna (Georgio); his grandchildren, Ariana, Annie, Oliver, Ethan, Connor, Alex, Alexis (Jordan Roberts), Brenden, …
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Our sympathies are with you in such a difficult time. Joe was a great man, and he will always be missed. You have our l…
Our sympathies are with you in such a difficult time. Joe was a great man, and he will always be mi…
Our sympathies are with you in such a difficult time. Joe was a …
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What were Joe's favorite local spots?
His huge garage, his personal firing range, and his recliner.
His huge garage, his personal firing range, and his recliner.
His huge garage, his personal firing range, and his recliner.
What were Joe's favorite ways to spend free time?
inventing, milling, and creating!
inventing, milling, and creating!
inventing, milling, and creating!
What causes did Joe care about most?
His family
His family
His family
What were Joe's favorite sports teams?
Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines and the Oregon Ducks
Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines and the Oregon Ducks
Detroit Lions, Michigan Wolverines and the Oregon Ducks
Timeline
Born
1954
Graduated from high school
1973
Port Huron, MI
Started a job at United States Army
1974
Fort Bragg, NC
Survived by
Jenny Lentz
Daughter
Heather Lentz
Daughter
Lawrence Lentz
Son
Jeffery Lentz
Son
Jeff Lentz
Son
Lawrence Lentz
Son
Rene Capizzi
Wife
Shauna Ricker
Step-daughter
Colby Ricker
Step-son
Chuck Lentz
Brother
Nancy Gulsvig
Sister
Christine White-Worton
Sister
John Stroud
Brother
Diane Dukette
Sister
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Method of disposition
Cremation
Funeral services provided by
Thomas E. Burger Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a gift to Melanoma Research Foundation.
$630.00
Raised by 11 people
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