Theo Chelcy Nantz Jr.

Theo Chelcy Nantz Jr. obituary, Crab Orchard, KY

Theo Chelcy Nantz Jr.

Theo Nantz Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McKnight Funeral Home Inc on Oct. 18, 2025.

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Theo Chelcy Nantz, Jr. age 95 of Frankfort, Kentucky, formally of Crab Orchard, Kentucky passed away peacefully, as he was surrounded by his wife and son on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 at Frankfort Regional Medical Center. Born May 4, 1930 in Laurel County, Kentucky, the son of the late Dacie Amburgey Nantz and Theo C Nantz, Sr., He served honorably in the United States Air Force from October 2, 1950 until October 2, 1954. He had achieved the rank of Airman First Class. After his successful tour of duty with the US Air Force, he met and married the love of his life, Helen R. Croushorn Nantz on November 5, 1955 and their union was eventually blessed with one son, Michael Chelcy Nantz. They were members of Crab Orchard Baptist Church. He practiced as a licensed barber for 44 years in Crab Orchard. He enjoyed all the many years of fellowship with his faithful and loyal customers, neighbors and friends. After retirement, they sold the family farm in Crab Orchard, Kentucky to move to Danville where they lived for several years prior to moving to Georgia to be near their son, Michael. Eventually, Theo and Helen along with Michael relocated to Frankfort, Kentucky and their family has been blessed with close togetherness.
Survivors Include:
Wife of 69 Years, Helen R. Croushorn Nantz
Son, Michael Chelcy Nantz
As well as several nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Theo was preceded in death by one brother, Eugene "Speck" Nantz, as well as two sisters, Janice Blanton and Margaret Price
To abide with Theo's wishes, the family will not be having any services. The family understands and appreciates the love and respect of the community towards Theo. Thank you for your understanding.
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October 18, 2025

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October 18, 2025

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Tara Price

October 18, 2025

I love you Uncle Theo. I never knew my grandfather but I had you, so I never felt the loss. - Tara Price

Nancy moore

October 18, 2025

so sorry for your loss, he was my buddy. Prayers.

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