Charles J. (Jim) Lantz

Charles J. (Jim) Lantz obituary, Ashtabula, OH

Charles J. (Jim) Lantz

Charles Lantz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Czup Funeral Home - Ashtabula on Jan. 19, 2024.

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Local retired businessman, Charles J. (Jim) Lantz, 75, died unexpectedly on Sunday, January 14, 2024. 

Jim was an avid car lover from an early age when he started restoring ‘56 and ‘57 Chevies. He owned and operated Lantz’s Used Cars and body shop for almost 50 years. He was a member of Young Men’s Social Club and the American Legion Post 103 for many years and was a very big Cleveland sports fan. 

He is survived by his son, James (Olivia) Lantz; his daughter, Stacie Lantz; his sisters, Candy (Ralph) Owens, and Penny Ward; his two grandchildren, nieces and a nephew. 

He is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Frances Lantz and his partner, April Balent. 

In keeping with Jim's known wishes, there will not be any calling hours.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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1329 Lake Avenue, Ashtabula, OH 44004

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