"Auntie & Family, The photo album brought back such fond memories. Feeling blessed Uncle Jack graced our lives. Never easy to say ?farewell?. He will forever hold a place in our hearts. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Love, Michelle & Gary"
In loving memory of
John "Jack" Lehnertz
July 19, 1934 - August 16, 2021
John "Jack" Lehnertz, age 87 of Rollingstone, died peacefully on August 16, 2021 at his home with his family by his side.
Jack was born on July 19, 1934 to Gildard and Helen (Lueders) on the family farm near Rollingstone. He married the love of his life Marlyn Pletsch on September 25, 1954. Together, they were blessed with 5 children, David, Donna, Duane, Denise, and Deanne. Jack was a proud farmer and worked diligently to provide for his family. He cherished every moment with them.
Jack will remain in the hearts of his wife of 67 years, Marlyn; son, David (Tina) Lehnertz along with their children, Corey (Chelsea), and Kayla (Brennan) Farley; daughter, Donna Hoffman and her children, Abigail (Sam) Yackel and Ahlex (Francis) Kortsan; son, Duane (Geri) Lehnertz and their children, Joshua, Amanda (Travis) Tuthill, and Megan (Kyle) Musolf; daughter, Denise (Don) Vaughn and their children, Dana (Josh) Bruemmer and Deana Vaughn; daughter, Deanne Hansen (Thomas Tentis) and children, Damien (Jackie) Hansen and Aeriell (Josh) Meyer along with Tom's children, Lindi and Leah; 26 great-grandchildren, Lexis, Kamryn, Lukas, Koltan, Savannah, Preston, Avery, Kaiden, Josephine, Elizabeth, Isabella, Charlotte, Francesca, Henrietta, Jackson, Ronan, Treyton, Kyson, Kamden, Myles, Maysa, Ettalane, Hudson, Jude, McKenna, and Kaleb; brother-in-law, Larry Gudmundson; as well as other dear relatives.
Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Gildard and Helen; sister, Sharon Gudmundson; and son-in-law, Robert Hoffman.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Rollingstone. Visitation will be from 9:30 - 11 a.m. on Saturday, August 21 at the Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family to make a donation in Jack's name. Please leave a memory of Jack and view his video tribute when it is available at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Celebration of Life Center, Goodview, is assisting the family.
Tributes
"Marlyn & family: We won\'t be able to make the ceremony, but our sincere condolences to you and your extended family. Jack was a good shit!! When I last saw him a couple months ago at Tom\'s he looked, acted and talked the same as I recall him forever!! Friendly and sociable and always a kind word. God Bless!. Dave & Kathy Greden "
"Marlyn and Family, So very sorry for your great loss. God Bless you folks at this most difficult time. Fondly, Your Friend Jeanine"
"Our sincere sympathy to Jack\'s family. Our love and prayers."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with the Jack Lehnertz family. Jack and Marilyn were our caring farmer neighbors on the Rollingstone hill. Thank you for your service to my family when they needed it. Jack- you are in the hands of our Redeemer. Welcome home- good and faithful servant. Blessings always, Jim & Teresa Wise Family "
"Donna and family, heartfelt sympathy for your loss. May the many memories bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time, God Bless!"
"Donna~ I am sorry to hear of your Dad\'s passing, may you find comfort in knowing he is at peace. God Bless, Tammy"