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John Lorenz Obituary

John Henry Lorenz East Lansing Age 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 30, 2013. He was born October 1, 1926 in Lansing, MI, the son of R. K. and Viola (Drumm) Lorenz. John was preceded in death by his wife Josephine, and a brother Charles. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Ann (Betty); a daughter, Barbara; brother, Rolland (Jean). Also surviving are his stepchildren, Charles A. (Catherine) Drumm and Anne M. (Drumm) Heidemann. John was a proud U.S. Navy Veteran who returned from duty to join the family automobile business known as Lorenz Brothers Buick. John enjoyed a long career at Lorenz Brothers and retired as its president. There will be a private burial at the DeWitt Cemetery. A Memorial Service will be held at 3:00 p.m. Friday, April 5, 2013 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, 325 W. Washtenaw St., Lansing. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Sparrow Foundation, Heart Fund.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 2, 2013.

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Heather Campbell

June 12, 2021

I just found this obituary. My dad, Al Campbell, grew up with the Lorenz brothers in Lansing and always spoke highly of John. I also met him when I was a little girl and he was really neat. May he Rest In Peace.

Deb and Tony Mannor

April 5, 2013

Barb, Our thoughts and prayers are with you today. Tony and i wish we could be there with you.

Bonnie Zimmerman, Peckham

April 5, 2013

Dear Barb, your Peckham Family sends their love and support to your and your family. We know how close you and your dad were and how difficult this must be for you. Remember we are here to help. Take care of each other.

Steve Purdy

April 4, 2013

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of this great guy. I got to know John well in his later years and feel fortunate to have gotten to spend lots of time hearing his colorful stories. Rest in Peace!

Margaret Hehr

April 2, 2013

My condolences to Elizabeth and to John's daughter Barbara.
I so enjoyed working with John on his book, ‘Cows to Cars' and I am going to miss all those wonderful stories that he told us. And as John would say, "here is one more, but you can't put it the book". He would make you laugh so hard it was sometimes difficult to catch your breath. You will be miss sir! Always the gentlemen. You are one of a kind! Now go sell the man a new car.

Walt and DeDe Jacquemain

April 2, 2013

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

April 2, 2013

It is with sadness that I learned of John's passing. He was a wonderful person who took great care of my friend Betty.
Irene Bagby

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