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LENTZ, BARBARA SUE BUNTAIN, 71, born in Shelby County, KY, passed away Sunday , March 3, 2013 at her home in Tavares FL with all of her family at her bedside She is preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth D. Buntain, Margia Lea Smith (Buntain) Puckett; and stepfather James A Puckett.
She made her homes in Louisville, Naples FL and Tavares. She was a 1958 graduate of Southern High School in Louisville. She was employed by Kmart for many years in both Louisville and Naples. She later worked along side of her husband helping to manage Naples Screen Repair, their family business until her retirement.
She was a devoted wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend to all who knew and loved her. She loved music and her favorite bands were the family band with her husband singing to her, Fern Creek High School and Naples High School marching bands while her sons played proudly for her and The Stampede Band with her first born sitting behind the drums. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and teaching them how to love one another.
She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 54 years, Charles Wayne Lentz and devoted daughter, Linda Lea Lentz ,who was also her caregiver; two loving sons, Dennis W. Lentz (Lisa) and Timothy D Lentz; two granddaughters, Amy Lea Lentz and Emily Elizabeth Lentz; daughter-in-law, Roberta Cox; two brothers, Glenn D Buntain (Pat) and Kenneth Buntain (Kathy); three sisters, Eula Buntain Hughes (Bobby), Sandra Buntain Dempsey Smith (Bobby) and Dorothy Buntain Akin (and the late Ray Akin); and many nieces, nephews, cousins and wonderful true friends.
Cremation followed by a memorial service will be held at a later date in Louisville, with her ashes distributed per her wishes.
She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. In lieu of any memorial gifts, please take the time, while you have it, to learn to love one another as she so lovingly and graciously taught us.
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You always had a gentle smile and a kind word for those around you. You had a quiet strength and a generous heart. You treated Greg and I like family. For that we will always be thankful. The world is a better place because you were in it.
Al Rose
April 4, 2013
Charle, I know your heart is
Breaking without being to hold your Barbie Doll tight in your arms, but plrase know.an find peace in the fact that her soul and spirit lives on with you,,and all the memories you two have shared KNOW ONE can ever take from you,,they are only yours and hers,also its my ptayer that you can find peace in knowing that you were the best husband and father possible,,you two were blessed to have meet and fell in love all those years ago,I know yalls marriage was one that I looked at as an example of a marriage I longed to have myself,coming from a broken home..you two were the only ones I saw that really got it right and I thank the both of you for srtting the greatest example of what a REAL marriage should be,i thank you for that,an for so many other things,Charlie I know I cant take away your pain,,if I could I would,if there is anything I can do to help you,,,please just let me know,my heart is broken too, but I would do anything you ask,also you and Linda and the rest of your family will be in my prayers,May God be with you all now,,with all my love,Gina James
Gina James
March 13, 2013
To Charlie, Denny,Tim and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Barb was and will always be a great lady. Take care, Gary Shultz
Gary Shultz
March 12, 2013
Aunt Barb was the sweetest most loving person I ever met. She always made me smile and laugh. I was blessed enough to have been apart of that loving family for 12 years. But, even after it was over we still say I love you when I talk to any of them. She will be loved and missed greatly. I love you all. My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Amanda Dempsey
March 11, 2013
Your family will always be an extension of mine, and Mamaw will keep a special place in my heart. She was such a positive, loving role model in my life as she will continue to be.
Love, Debbie
Debbie White
March 11, 2013
Thinking of you in the loss of your wife, may the lord bless and keep you in this sorrowful time.
Shirley Hodgins
March 10, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of Barbs passing. She will be missed by so many. A wonderful lady.
Sandy Peake
March 10, 2013
Eula Buntain Hughes Dear Sweet Sister,Love you So Much
March 9, 2013
To the Lentz family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of such an amazing woman. She was the most gentle person I've ever known, and will be missed. I pray that in the days ahead you find some peace. She truly was an angel and she has taken flight to watch over you until you meet again. Sending lots of hugs your way.
Sarah Shope
March 9, 2013
She was a great aunt very loving and caring to me:) she will truly be missed by my family and I may god be with all of our family.
Zoee Dempsey
March 9, 2013
Barbara was always upbeat, happy, optimistic, helpful, compassionate, kind, generous- the list could go on and on… Though I was only around her for a few short years during my wayward youth, she is one of my Mothers in the virtual village that has carried me through life thus far. I am fortunate and grateful to have known her. Charlie, Denny, Linda, Tim, Lisa, Emily, Amy- I know that you miss her so very much, but now that she has her Wings, she'll be right there instantly wherever and whenever you need her, helping you along as she always has. Love and blessings, to you all.
Greg Shelton
March 9, 2013
I am signing this for myself...Aunt Barb was one of the sweetest people I have ever met. Her smile was infectious, always warm and loving. She will truly be missed in this family, and I am so very thankful that I became part of her family!! Rest well sweet Aunt Barb until we meet again in our Father's House.... And I am signing this for my Dad (and her brother Glenn)...he can't even turn on a computer, much less use one...:)...he has been so very hurt by this, all he tells me is that no one on earth knows how much his family means to him and that he will NEVER forget what they have done for him. Always know how very much you are loved in KY, and that love NEVER dies, it only gets stronger...peace be with all of the family during this time of sorrow...Amy
Amy Beck
March 9, 2013
Aunt Barb, you were the best Aunt! Our families were one and will always be... We have the best memories because of you! I love you and hope to make you proud! Vicki Poo
Vicki Orkies
March 8, 2013
To everyone : family members,friends and acquaintences of our family and especially of my mother.
The outpouring of love you've expressed prior to and after my mother's passing has been a testament to the woman whose loving heart , gentile hand and words of wisdom that have comforted us in our lives, gave guidance and helped secure us in our hearts that love conquers all...
Thank you and God bless
Denny
March 8, 2013
Was always fun to get together with your Mom and you cousins. Laughing, eating, joking, etc. Good time was had by ALL!!!
Barb (Bob) you are reaping your heavenly reward for the Wonderful things you accomplished here on this earth. Rest in peace with your Heavenly Family. Love you COUSIN.
Velma, Mary and families
Velma & Mary Peacock/Layman
March 8, 2013
Barbara was like a second mother in many ways while I grew up, its sad that o won't be able to hear her laugh at one of Linda's jokes again. You will be missed barb.
Travis Farnsworth
March 8, 2013
there are no words that can take away the sorrow we feel.
Larry Peake
March 8, 2013
Lucky me for knowing this wonderful women and her family. She will never be truly gone. She has touched so many hearts with goodness and love. Use all she has given us and pass it along. Keeping smiling, stay strong, and love one another. I don't think she would want it any other way. All my love and support to this great family.
Marie Grimes
March 8, 2013
Wayne, my heart goes out for you.
Ren'e Buechele
March 8, 2013
To My Second Family,
Coffee in the mornings when I'm there will never be the same. I love you all.
Bonnie
March 8, 2013
Barbara was always upbeat, happy, optimistic, helpful, compassionate, kind, generous- the list could go on and on… Though I was only around her for a few short years during my wayward youth, she is one of my Mothers in the virtual village that has carried me through life thus far. I am fortunate and grateful to have known her. Charlie, Denny, Linda, Tim, Lisa, Emily, Amy- I know that you miss her so very much, but now that she has her Wings, she'll be right there instantly wherever and whenever you need her, helping you along as she always has. Love and blessings, to you all.
March 8, 2013
Linda I am so sorry about your mom's passing she's in a better place. I'll keep you and your dad in my prayers.
Vicky
March 8, 2013
Hello Wayne and Children! I was so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing! I didn't know she was sick,,,until the last few days at the end...You see I'm her cousin...Its sad we all grew up and went on to live our lives, but thats how life goes! We weren't close, but I loved her! May God be with all of you during this very sad time! Wanda Buntain Wolfe.
Wanda Wolfe
March 7, 2013
I feel so lucky to have had this awesome women in my life. I think she would want everyone to take all the love she has shown, pass it around and be proud of all she has given to all of us. Let that love keep us all strong. She will never really be gone. Let her dwell in our heart everyday, smile and be thankful. Lucky me for knowing her and her wonderful family.
March 7, 2013
Wayne, Linda, Denny and Timbo...All we have now are the wonderful memories. I loved all the stories we would relive every time we got together. Like the plane in the tree, sliding down the water at the locks, all of us in the boat Wayne had on the Ohio. All the crazy things we did as a family can never be replaced. Barb, Dad, Danny and Jimmy are gone, so we need to be there for each other still. I love you Waynie Boy and I'm truly sorry that you no longer have your Barbie Doll at your side but she will always be in your heart!
Deborah Bishop
March 7, 2013
Ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.
March 7, 2013
I had the privilege of meeting the Lentz family in Naples. I had not seen such a close , and fun family before. The love Charlie and Barbara had for each other was obvious, and that love was ever present in themselves and their offspring, whom I have felt privileged to know. I know everyone will feel her absence, but rest asssured it is only temporary. One day we will be reunited with our loved ones. What a day that will be! Although I have not seen "MOM" for 18 years I still feel her loss. My prayers are with Charlie, Denny, Linda, and Tim. I am so sorry for your loss.-Fred
Fred Chatham
March 7, 2013
Our worlds will never be the same. Your love will, in our hearts, always remain.
Fond memories flood our hearts and minds,
Reminding us to always show the strength and patience you did, all of the time.
We miss you dearly and pray for your family left behind here on Earth,
But most of all we are thankful for knowing you, being loved by you; You always put everyone else first.
Uncle Charlie, Denny, Linda, Tim, Aunt Dottie, Uncle Glen, Aunt Bubbles, Dad, Aunt Sandy, and the rest of the family please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. All our love
Carrie, Brian, and Andrew Tilton
March 7, 2013
Hi..aunt Barb..i miss you sooo much, thank you for always being there for me, you will always hold a SPECIAL place in my heart..i know your in a better place now, and your not suffering anymore. You have no idea how hard it was for me to sit here and write this, I'm sorry i wasn't always there..like i should've been, but i do want you to know i always thought about you and always will. I love you aunt Barb!:)
Elise Dempsey
March 7, 2013
Every single soul on this earth was blessed by her presence. She was a living breathing angel that walked this earth among us and I am the luckiest little girl in the world to have her as my Momma...She is still right here beside me...guiding me.. with her beautiful eyes and helping me get through this and helping me, help my Dad learn to live on this earth without his Barbie Doll.
Linda Lentz
March 7, 2013
every single soul on this earth was blessed by her presence. She was a living breathing angel that walked among us and I am the luckiest little girl in the world to have her as my Momma and she is still right here beside me...guiding me.. with her beautiful eyes and helping me get through this and helping me help my Dad learn to live on this earth without his Barbie Doll.
Linda Lea Lentz
March 7, 2013
I am sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy to loss someone close to you.
Theresa Moore
March 7, 2013
My Dear little sister;Thank you for my birthday card.Thank you for always standing beside me and holding my hand.Thank you for all of OUR memories.All the laughs as well as hard times we have shared.God gave me the best ,first little sis in the world,before you and me shared two more little sisters and two little brothers.And you know I'm still here,following after them,so they can hold ME up.How very blessed WE were and are to love one another and be loved,always.I will miss you.But I'll see you,again.Until,then,LOVE
Dorothy Helen Buntain Akin
March 7, 2013
so sorry to the lentz familey she was an great mother and person she will be sadly missed love you guys
March 7, 2013
My heart goes out to the Lentz family. I just read about this. You are in my prayers.
Fred Chatham
March 7, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss Wayne and family
Carol Allen
March 7, 2013
God blessed the world with an angel,She filled our hearts with love, After all the years that have gone By since i"ve seen her & Wayne,I remember thier love and friendship and i"m thankful for the short time we had together,When we were young.God Bless Your Family With Love.
Ronnie Garrett
March 7, 2013
My heart aches for Charlie and the kids, I know all of us will miss her more than we think we can bare it, but in time we will all be reunited. Charlie we are all here for you anytime day or night. We love you.
Sandy Smith
March 6, 2013
Wayne & Family:
I'm so, so sorry to hear of Barb's passing. You know, the thing is, I think of you all every week! I drive down Watterson Trail at least once a week and whenever I turn that curve, I look over at "your house" and remember what fun it was to come over with Mom & Da to hear you all play music and hang out with Tim. Barb made us all feel right at home. You guys were all like family and I know Barb will be greatly missed by everyone.
Kandi Emenegger
March 6, 2013
Words can't express our sorrow. We will always remember you and the good times we had.
Gil and Doris Emenegger
March 6, 2013
Wayne and Family,
I am very sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. I remember many fun weekends at your house (or you and Barb at ours)with you and Dad playing the guitar while Mom and Barb sang along. You all probably thought we kids were off playing but we were in the other room enjoying the music! Barb was always so kind and happy and fun to be around. Condolences, Jeanie Emenegger-Wimsatt
Jeanie Wimsatt
March 6, 2013
We will miss you, but the memories will live on. We were privileged to be called your friend. See you in the next life.
Dean/Carolyn Shaw
March 6, 2013
I fell in Love with Barb when she was 15 years old, so I have been in Love with her for 55 years & I will continue to be in Love with her for Ever & Ever & Ever. I LOVE YOU, RIP My Beautiful Barbie Doll.
Your Loving Husband
Charles Wayne Lentz
March 6, 2013
I fell in Love with Barb when she was 15 years old, so I have been in Love with her for 55 years & I will continue to be in Love with her for Ever & Ever & Ever. I LOVE YOU, RIP My Beautiful Barbie Doll.
Your Loving Husband
Charles Wayne Lentz
March 6, 2013
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