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Michael Lotz Obituary
Michael Lotz was born October 26, 1990 in Wausau to Bob and Beth (Steidl) Lotz. He graduated from Wausau West High School in 2009 where he was involved in many extracurricular activities. Some of his favorites included drama, tennis, student council, Concert Chorale, intermural hockey and volleyball, DECCA and student leadership. In addition to his extreme love of all sports, he also enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, skiing - anything that was fun and included friends. Life was an amazing adventure for Mike and he took pleasure in every aspect of it. He could often be found cheering for Wisconsin teams either on TV or dressed in all of his fandom at their home fields. His foremost ability was making friends and hanging out with people - he excelled at including everyone in his joy, and his varied interests were simply another way to meet more people to love.
Mike's life was taken at the age of 24 due to cancer complications. He passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2015 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital surrounded by his family. Survivors include his parents, Bob and Beth of Wausau, his sister, Dani (Zeke) Miller and their children, Hannah, Micah, Noah and Josiah of Mason City, IA, and three brothers, Stephen, David (Fiancé Maddie Dunbar) and Andrew of Wausau. Mike was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Grant and Barbara Steidl and paternal grandparents, Erwin and Belva Lotz.
Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 18, 2015 at Highland Community Church, 1005 N. 28th Ave., Wausau. Dr. Jeff Hinds will officiate. Burial will be at Our Savior's Lutheran Cemetery, Westby, WI. Friends may call from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m., Friday at the Helke Funeral Home, 302 Spruce St., Wausau and at Highland Community Church on Saturday from noon until the time of service. You may sign our family guest book at Helke.com. Each day apart from Mike is just one day closer to enjoying eternity with him.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Lotz
August 3, 2015
Dear Beth and Bob,
So sorry to hear of your loss. May the Lord comfort you with the knowledge of Eternal Life with him.
Larry and Arlene Van Hook
July 22, 2015
Dear Bob and Beth,
I hold many dear memories of Mike from Westby middle school. I esp. Remember how tenderly he cared for Keith Deaver when he had cancer. I am sure Keith greeted him in heaven! My deepest sympathies to you and your precious family. mike was a wonderful person and his smile lit up a room.
Mary westphal
Donna and Jay S
July 20, 2015
We are sad with the Lotz family. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark & Sherrie Polasek
July 19, 2015
Beth and Bob, We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our prayers for peace and comfort are with you and your family.
July 19, 2015
Dear Beth and Bob and Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the God of all comfort comfort you in this time of grief and loss. with our love and condolences . Toni and Jim Trotzer
Ted Glaeser
July 18, 2015
Bob, Beth, and family, my deepest sympathy on the loss of Michael. I remember talking sports with him on multiple occasions at LWBC and Great America weekend in Kenosha. Not many of his age were as poised and courteous and genuinely friendly as Mike. Praying for you all,
July 18, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Our family will be praying for your entire family.
Frank Senski Family
Margie Van Hook
July 18, 2015
Bob, Beth and family,
Here in Windsor we are praying for you. Our hearts were heavy Tuesday night at prayer meeting to learn of your loss and we are lifting you up before the Lord.
Much love,
Debbi Mischel
July 18, 2015
Deepest sympathy and prayers for your family.
July 17, 2015
We were saddened to hear of Michaels passing. He truly made everyone smile just by walking into the room. Our prayers go out to you all. Jamie, Diane, Ryan, Tyler and Dustin Schaefer
Deborah, Megan Skop (Esselman)
July 17, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our heartfelt prayers will be with you.
Lisa Olson
July 17, 2015
Beth & Bob, so devastated for your loss. I remember what a fun joyous boy Mike was as a middle schooler with our son, Jay. So sorry, Bruce & Lisa Olson
July 17, 2015
I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Your old neighbor from Rio Avenue, Lynn Larson-Sprain Winona Health Cardiac Rehab
Matt & Stephanie Fencl
July 17, 2015
Lotz Family: So sorry to hear of your loss. You have an amazing family that we couldn't respect more. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Andy Quick
July 17, 2015
Truly sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers !
July 17, 2015
My sympathy to all the Lotz family and friends. My God give you peace in the time knowing he is with the Lord and saviour and we will meet again in heaven. Donna Gunningham.
Joel & Ilda Glardon
July 17, 2015
Very sorry for your loss. I have good memories of Mike while serving at lwbc. He had an electric personality and a great big smile that that would light up a room. Our sympathies and prayers go out to the Lotz family.
Jan Neumeyer
July 17, 2015
Dear Bob and Beth~~Tears come more easily than words at this time. Please know that my heart aches for you and your family. My earnest prayer for you is for the Lord's peace and comfort to cover you. What an awesome hope you have in knowing you will see your precious Mike again one day.
With my love to you all~~ Jan
Jana & Ed Pedretti Pedretti
July 17, 2015
Bob and Beth,
When you lived in Westby our son played basketball w/ Mike and Andy. I remember him as such a happy, vibrant, nice and fun loving young man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time and are sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.
Anna Moilien (Iverson)
July 17, 2015
Your thoughts and prayers will be with your family.
Larry, Lori, Tiffany and Tyler Erdman
July 17, 2015
We are so sorry for you loss. Michael truly loved life and always had a smile going on. My heart goes out to your family.
July 17, 2015
Our Sympathy Bob and Beth.
Sincerely,
Kris and Jeff Erickson
July 16, 2015
Bob, years ago when you worked at Aspirus in orthotics Big Dan and I delivered your supplies. I'm so sorry to hear of you son. Take care and may God help you through this time. Bob Klos
Bruce and Melissa Jung
July 16, 2015
Dear Bob and Beth,
The writer of Romans said that he considered our present sufferings as not worth comparing with the glory that will be revealed in us. The problem is that the present pain is so overwhelming now that it seems impossible to envision any glory or good worth this agony. But cling to the promise as nothing makes sense apart from it.
We are begging God to ease your pain and flood your family with His grace.
Bruce and Melissa and family
Gretchen and Ed Garza
July 16, 2015
Beth, Bob and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time. As you come to mind, know that your names are brought to the throne in the moments, days, weeks, months and years ahead by many who know and love you. May the Lord provide comfort and strength daily to each one of you.
John Bell
July 16, 2015
Dear Dave,
My heart sank when reading this and I do not have the words required to make things feel any easier. All I can say, is that I will be praying for you and your family throughout this very challenging time that God would surround you all with his loving arms. Bless you brother, John Bell (England)
Rick Kent
July 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss, just lost an uncle due to the C word, prayers for your family
Tammy Hoeft
July 16, 2015
Dear Bob n Beth Michael is now a candle in the wind He will be forever missed by every one that knew him His spirit live's on with in our heart's God Bless you n your family He was truly a wonderful person I will miss his cute smile He is now resting in the arm's of our Lord
Greg, Laurie and Kyle Servais
July 16, 2015
Beth and Bob,
We are so sorry to hear about Mike. He was such a people person and was always smiling. We had so much fun with you and Mike at many basketball games. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Clarice Kammel
July 16, 2015
Bob, Beth and Family,
No parent should have to experience the loss of a child at such a young age. May our Lord provide you all with the comfort you will need during this difficult time. Mike will be missed by many.
Clarice (Nestingen) Kammel
Dick and Joanie Tomkinson
July 16, 2015
Dear Bob and Beth, we share your sorrow and also rejoice in the Hope we have in Christ!
Martha, Peter, Becky and Holly Rea
July 16, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Mikey will truly be missed. With love to all of you.
Jeff Taylor
July 16, 2015
Bob and Beth Lotz and family,
How saddened we were to hear of Mike's passing. Like your entire family, what a fun and loving person he was. Our hearts and prayers remain with your family.
Mary Kay Grosskopf
July 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss-I remember him from West. He always had a kind word for everyone and a smile on his face! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lynnette Kooienga ("Miss Van Wort")
July 16, 2015
Dear Bob and Beth and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have been in my thoughts and prayers. I still remember well having Mikey in my 3rd and 4th grade classroom. He brought so much joy to everyone around him! He was a truly a treasure. Love to you all!
July 16, 2015
Dear Bob, Beth and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you all.
Mark Macauley
Kim Pereira (Eagan)
July 16, 2015
I remember going to camp with Mikey! He was such a loving, energetic and sweet man! Prayers are with you!
Susan Henning
July 16, 2015
Bob and Beth and family, my condolences to you and the family. May you find comfort and peace in knowing Michael is in heaven with our almighty Father. Michael's smile is infectious and he loved people! God Bless the family during this difficult time.
Jessica Lucht
July 16, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. Praying for you guys.
Lori and Brent Howe
July 16, 2015
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve - You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Brent, Lori, Mitchel and Morgan Howe
Fr John Chagnon
July 16, 2015
May God grant Michael rest in His arms and all comfort to his family.
Derek Hanson
July 16, 2015
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
July 16, 2015
Bob and Beth, Dani, Bumper, Stinny and Andy,
Our hearts are aching for you all over the loss of your beloved Michael. What a touching and beautiful obituary. Please know you are all in our prayers. We pray that God will comfort you during this difficult time, with the knowledge that one glorious day, you will see Mike again.
Love, Tom and Colette Pawlik
July 16, 2015
Dear Beth ,Bob and family , Words cannot express our deep sadness for the loss of your beautiful son and brother, Mike. He was always so charming ,friendly and out going . Our hearts are heavy as we look to the Lord for comfort . Please know our prayers are with you . In Christ's love and ours , Pat and Tim Mytton
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