William “Bill” R. Lenz Sr., 96, of Delavan, passed away on Thursday, Sept. 4, 2025 at home.
Bill was born on April 7, 1929 to Ted and Dorothy Lenz. He was united in marriage to Elaine Joseph on Nov. 22, 1947 in Medford. Elaine passed away on Jan. 21, 2014. Bill was the founder and owner of Lenz Painting and also farmed from 1960 until 1972. He loved horses and was an owner and trainer. Bill was a member of Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Delavan.
Bill is survived by his children, Bill (Judy) Lenz of Delavan, and Gary (Sandy) Lenz of Delavan; grandchildren, Heather (Ray) Alvey, Bill (Megan) Eddy, Grant (Jean) Jacobs, Dan (Sue) Jacobs, Lisa (Jared) Brown, and Karen Kitslaar; 17 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; and sons-in-law, Dave Eddy and Dennis Jacobs.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Elaine; an infant son; two daughters, Jean Eddy and Joyce Jacobs; and a grandson, Joseph William.
Visitation and Funeral Services took place on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025 at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Delavan. Burial took place at Spring Grove Cemetery in Delavan.
Monroe Funeral Home in Delavan is assisting the family. Please visit us at www.delavanfuneralhome.com.
