In loving memory of

Jon P. Mantz
January 28, 1956 - December 28, 2010

JON PAUL MANTZ
Mr. Jon Mantz, of Marseilles Court in Mequon, passed away at his home Tuesday evening, December 28, 2010, following a battle with brain cancer. He was 54 years old.  Jon was born in Milwaukee on January 28, 1956, son of Earl and Jean Moore Mantz.  Jon was a graduate of Homestead High School, Class of 1974, and later had attended MATC and UW system classes.  On September 15, 1979 he was united in marriage with Barbara McCall at St. Paul Episcopal Church in Milwaukee.  The couple settled in Mequon and raised their family.  Jon had worked as a salesman, most recently with One Hour Heating and Cooling, and earlier with Iron Fireman and Trinity Payroll. Mr. Mantz was a member of St. Boniface Episcopal Church in Mequon, as well as being a lifetime Harley Davidson HOG member.  He had enjoyed downhill skiing and spending time outside.  Jon held a great appreciation for family, nature and hard work.  He was a thoughtful, caring man who always tried to pass along his knowledge and life’s lessons to his sons.  He is survived by his wife, Barb, and their three sons: Nicholas of Milwaukee, Robert and Kagen both of Mequon.  He is further survived by his sister Barbara (Richard) Ludwig of Brookfield, brothers Tom (Kristin Sponheim) Mantz of Redding, CT and Robert (Jean) Mantz of Wausau, sisters-in-law Cheryl (Larry) Neitzel of Grafton and Lynne Mayfield of Milwaukee.  Jon is also survived by 5 nieces: Kelly, Katie, Samantha, Nicole and Kristy, 3 nephews: Ryan, Ben and Luke, other relatives and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents.  Funeral Services will be held at 6PM on Tuesday, January 4th, 2011, at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, 3906 W. Mequon Rd., Mequon.  Father Ken Miller will officiate.  Entombment will follow the next day at Wisconsin Memorial Park in Brookfield.  The family will receive visitors at the CHURCH on Tuesday from 4-6PM.  Memorials are suggested to St. Boniface Church in Jon’s name.   
Service:


Tuesday, January 4th, 6 PM at St. Boniface Episcopal Church, 3906 Mequon Road, Mequon.



Cemetery:

Wisconsin Memorial Park, Brookfield

Tributes

Lynn Ploetz wrote on Jan 4, 2011:

"Barb,Rick, Niki, Kristy and the Mantz family.I'm so sorry for your loss. You now have another Angel watching over you whose laughter brings joy to all those around him. May your wonderful memories of this wonderful man help you through this time. I'm sorry I couldn' t be with you today to celebrate his life, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you love and hugs. Lynn Ploetz"

Rayna Dibling wrote on Jan 4, 2011:

"Dear Mantz Family- Please except my deepest sympathies for your loss. Jon was a great person and will be dearly missed. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May the love of your family and friends and the fond memories lead you through this tough time. Sincerely, Rayna, Jeff and Isabelle Dibling"

Matt & Mandy Gilbertson wrote on Jan 3, 2011:

"Good Morning Mantz Family, We wanted to let you know how sorry we are for your loss. Over the years we have gotten to know your family in many ways (from skiing and growing up in Wausau to reading about the HHS Ski Team and delivering our first two babies in Mequon). We are sure Jon is dearly missed, but will always be fondly remembered and never forgotten. We hope that time will ease your pain, and memories will help to heal your sorrow. Always, Matt & Mandy (Lew)Gilbertson"

Kris Smith wrote on Jan 2, 2011:

"Barb,Nick,Bobby,and Kagan I will always remember your Dad's kindness. When Mr. Smith was out of town and I had a snowy driveway and a snow blower that didn't work it was Jon who was there to help. He was taken from you way too young. We are there for you if we can help in anyway. Love the Smith's "