John Robert Lientz

John Robert "Catfish" Lientz passed away Februrary 4th 2022 at Carle hospital after a brief illness.

John was born at Burnham City Hospital December 1st, 1946; the second of two children to mother Martha Opal Prior and father John Lientz Jr. After graduating from Urbana High school in 1965 he enlisted in the United States Navy on April 4th 1966 where he served aboard the USS J.P. Kennedy jr. A fiercely Loyal Patriot, John was honorably discharged from the Navy December 6th 1971. John worked at Kraft foods as a checker for decades. He was known to many of his friends only as "Catfish" a nickname he was truly proud of.

John was an avid racing fan. He was known to many at both the Fairbury speedway as well as the Farmer City Raceway where on July 24th 2020 was recognized as loyal fan of the year for his dedication and support of Racing.

John was an enthusiastic modeler and collector of Formula One and sprint race car models.

John was preceded in passing by his sister Lueva, January 30, 2021 and survived by nephews Tim and Steve Irvin.

A celebration of his life will be held on Friday July 29th, 2022, from 11am-1pm at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center 710 North Neil St. in Champaign Illinois 61820.

Please join his family and sharing memories, photos, and videos on his tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.

Services Memorial Visitation Friday July 29, 2022 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center Champaign-Urbana Chapel 710 N. Neil Street Champaign, , IL 61820 Celebration of Life Friday July 29, 2022 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM Sunset Funeral Home & Cremation Center Champaign-Urbana Chapel 710 N. Neil Street Champaign, , IL 61820