Thomas L. Lenz, age 72, passed away Friday, January 27, 2017. He was born December 28, 1944, son of the late Erich and Tena (Renken) Lenz. Tom is survived by his wife, Darlene (Clark) Lenz; children Tony Lenz, CA, Thomas (Kara) Clark, Cottage Grove WI ; Cheryl (Michael) Paul, Merrill WI, Steven (Stacey) Clark, Wausau WI; 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren; his sister Ruth (David) Scharbius, FL; and one niece and great nephew. He was preceded in death by both parents. Tom loved Nascar, football and enjoyed the outdoors. He will be missed dearly. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will take place this summer at Sun Prairie Memorial Garden, Sun Prairie, Wisconsin .