John L. '"Little John"' Lorentz

Boonville- John L. Lorentz, Jr. 52, of Ford St., affectionately known as "Little John," passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2015, at St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, Utica. He was born in Quantico, VA, on February 21, 1963, a son of John L. and Edith M. Litz, Sr. John's father served his country in the US Marine Corps; Little John grew up in various places in the U.S., before living in Yuma, AZ, where he graduated from Kofa High School, of Yuma. Thereafter he furthered his education in college before serving his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. At one time John was married to Sandy Thomas. In 1998 he moved to Boonville, where he had made his home with his mother, Edie. John was a member of the Tun Tavern Marine Corps League, Boonville; he was a fan of the Dallas Cowboys and his greatest joy was watching Sunday football with his grandson, Dakota. He is survived by his father, John, Yuma, AZ, his mother, Edie, Boonville; three daughters, Toni, Stevie and Rikk; two grandchildren, Gabbi and Dakota, "Bam-bam," and three brothers, Michael, Tuber and Ronnie. Relatives and friends are invited to attend visitation hours on Tuesday 6-8 p.m. at Trainor Funeral Home, Inc. 143 Schuyler St. Boonville. There will be no further services.