Lloyd O. Wanty's Obituary
Lloyd O. Wanty, age 81, of Waupaca, beloved and loving husband, father and grandfather died peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 13, 2010. Lloyd was born in the Town of Lanark on September 4, 1928, the son of the late Alfred C. and Edna (Boushley) Wanty. On December 31, 1950, he married Violet Marie Thompson. Before his retirement, Lloyd provided for his family as a master carpenter. He served his country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War stationed in Kobi, Japan.
Lloyd was selfless in his generosity in helping others. He was an avid sports fan and coached from home base,his recliner. Lloyd's unconditional love for his family was unwavering. Lloyd is survived by his wife of 59 years, Violet, Waupaca; his loving children: Lynn (Thomas) Hansen, Wisconsin Rapids; Nora (Kenneth) Boone, Austin, TX; Scott (Tracy) Wanty, Waupaca; Patrick Wanty, Austin, TX; Susan Buchanan, Austin, TX; Thomas (Nicole) Wanty, Waupaca; his treasures (his grandchildren): C. Samuel Boone & fiancé, Jennifer Mendosa, San Antonio, TX; Tyler Lloyd Boone & partner, Lindsey Steaples, Austin, TX; Ashley Marie Buchanan & Allyson Lindsay Buchanan, Austin, TX; Luke Austin Wanty, Zachary Ty Wanty and Paige Marie Roy Wanty all of Waupaca. His brothers & sisters: Dorothy Peskie, Almond; Norma Schultz, Waupaca; Raymond Wanty, Waupaca; Richard (Arylene) Wanty, Waupaca; Mary (Paul) Frazer, Bowie, Maryland; Shirley (David) Strange, Appleton and also by many beloved nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, Sharon Ann, a son, Paul Richard, two brothers, William & Leor (Bud) and two sisters, Marge Pryse and Phyllis Stiebs.
A Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, July 16 from 4 to 7 PM at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca with a Memorial Service to celebrate Lloyd's life to follow. Following the services there will be Military Honors. In lieu of flowers a Memorial Fund will be established for the Waupaca Little League in Lloyd's name. The family would like to thank Dr. Rathjen, Riverside Medical Center and Theda Care Hospice for all of their care and support.
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