John Lorenz, 52, of Jordan, passed away on January 2, 2023. A Visitation will be held on January 23, 2023 at Ballard Sunder Funeral Home in Jordan (104 1st St. West) from 3-7pm. On January 24, 2023 there will be a Celebration of Life at the same location, starting at 7pm. There will be a time of visitation prior to the service from 5-7pm.
On March 22, 1970, John was born to parents Ronald and Beverly (Smith) Lorenz in Shakopee, MN. John was brought back from the hospital to his new home in Sand Creek Township near Jordan. His family owned and operated S & L Auto. From his early years, John’s life was built around the family business. His first “tow truck” was a wagon that one of his family members put a small tow boom on. John learned everything there was to know about towing from his dad by first going on tow calls with his dad. When he was old enough, John accompanied his dad in another truck. The family towed for Scott County for 30 years. Mom handled the phones and made the cookies. When the family wasn’t working, they made it a priority to get together every Sunday and have a nice dinner together. After dinner, they would play games like Emergency for hours.
John Graduated from Jordan High School and went through the Trucking Program at Dakota Technical College. Putting his skills to the test, John was able to build his first dump truck and restore a 1979 Ford truck (with a little help from his dad). John started working shortly after his training and was able to purchase his own truck when he was only 20 years old! John started his own trucking business, JD Lorenz Trucking, which mainly dealt with hauling aggregate. He ran this business for 30 years and he still found the time to help his family with the salvage yard.
Through the power of the internet, John met the love of his life, Susan. The pair were married on October 11, 2014 at the place that meant the most to John; The family salvage yard, under the Big Oak Tree that he and his friend Charlie planted many years ago. Together, John and Susan loved to spend time with all of their animals. Their dogs, horses and chickens were all part of the family.
In 2014, John was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma; a type of bone cancer. John was a valiant fighter until the day that he passed. He didn’t let his situation control his life. Instead, he chose to live the life he wanted.
The rock of his family, John will be greatly missed by his Wife, Susan Lorenz; Dog, Snickers; uncles, aunts, cousins, nephew and many other loving family and friends. John is preceded in death by his Parents, Ronald and Beverly (Smith) Lorenz; Cousin, Jeremy Monnens; Grandparents, August and Mary Lorenz, Bernerd and Virginia Smith.
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Toni Walsh
Susie,
I am so sorry for your loss of John, He was such a sweet man with a smile that lit up a room, and to see you happy was great. John will be missed. I am sending love, healing prayers for you on your loss. Love you!
Toni Walsh
Pat Hennen
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Susan Lorenz
Thank you so very much Toni!
Mary Metcalf
John was a awesome cousin he will be sadly missed for sure he will surely be missed…
Susan Lorenz
Thank you so very much!
Stacy Kiehl
My prayers go out to you Susie. Words fail… yet the memories made will last … until you meet again ❣️ I believe in the promises, I’m here for you
Susan Lorenz
Thank you so very much!
Jim & Janith Jacobson
John was one of the kindest people I have ever met. Soft spoken and sincere. I appreciated our conversations and his advice with my 1940 project car. He was a happy and content man despite all his challenges. He will be missed. Janith and I want to express our deepest sympathies.
Susan Lorenz
Thank you so very much!
Yvonne Bacon
My dear dear friend Susie, my heart goes out to you at this time. My prayers are for comfort and peace, strength and healing as you lay your beloved John to rest. May God keep you safe and always in loving friendships as you move forward with your new life. I love you sweetie and maybe , I’ll see you out here again soon.
Susan Lorenz
Thank you so very much!
Mary Hennes
Susie. I’m so sorry about your loss. I have any fond memories of John as we were “neighbors across the fields”. Such a friendly guy! My prayers are with you!
Susan Lorenz
Thank you Mary!
Gwen Bickley
Susie, I was honored to be at your wedding & reception! I am so sorry that cancer eventually got John, but he sure didn’t let it stop him from sharing his love with you! I’m so proud of your determination & here for you & praying for you!
Gwen Bickley
Susan Lorenz
Thank you Gwen!
Kate Erion
Susie and Lorenz family, I’m so sorry for your enormous loss. May arms surround you all as you heal.