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Arthur Krantz Obituary
Arthur C. Krantz Jr.
Arthur C Krantz Jr., 72 of Billings, Montana left this earth to join his Savior on August 12, 2021. After a courageous battle with lung disease, he passed with his beloved wife and family at his side.
Arthur was born on March 18, 1949 in Helena, Montana to Arthur Sr. and Theresa Krantz. He was the youngest of his two siblings, Elaine Siegal and Thelma Clark. At 17, Art enlisted in the US Army. He served as a tank mechanic and was also honored with a National Defense Service Medal as an expert rifleman. Aside from 25 years with MDT as their maintenance carpenter, Art remodeled and built many homes in the Billings area. His craftmanship was as remarkable as his kind heart and sense of humor.
Athur is proceeded in death by both of his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 50 years, Lonyta. Daughter Alyssa (Dan) Redden, sons James, Stewart and Rob (Deb) Haney. Grandchildren: Adam, Mason, Jacob, Austin, Clay, Emmalie, Colter and Cassady. Great grandchildren: Lacey, Penny and baby Maverick. His sisters: Elaine Siegal and Thelma Clark.
Graveside service will be held at Terrace Gardens 304 34th Street West at 10 a.m. Any memorials, please send to Blue Creek Baptist Church, 2337 Blue Creek Road Billings, MT 59101.
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Denise Cook
August 20, 2021
I will miss my Uncle Art's awesome humor. Ever since I was a kid, he has been easy to talk to. And he always had clean jokes that I wouldn't get in trouble for repeating. As long as I live, he will be in my heart. Those who knew him are truly blessed. He was the kind of person many of us strive to be.
Craig Boman
August 17, 2021
I only knew Art through business, but truly considered him a friend thru our interactions. I will miss Art, but the memories of our conversations and his humor with remain with me. Thank you for allowing me to be part of many years of the family´s life.
James Haney
August 17, 2021
Love and miss you Dad
Richard McClintock
August 17, 2021
My condolences to the Krantz family. I had known Art for many years thru work. What an icon of a man for his integrity and work ethic. He will greatly be missed.
Alyssa L Redden
August 17, 2021
My Dearest Dad...Papa,
My heart is broken that you are not with us anymore. Your guidance and encouragement has been my rock through the years. Thank you for teaching me without judgment. Your heart is that of Jesus. You are home now. Until we meet again...
~Your loving daughter
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