Leonard Wantz Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 11, 2026 in Taneytown, Maryland
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Leonard Wantz Jr.

May 29, 1940 - January 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Taneytown, Maryland

Leonard Wantz Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on January 11, 2026 in Taneytown, Maryland
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May 29, 1940 - January 11, 2026 (85 years old)

Taneytown, Maryland

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It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Leonard Wantz Jr. of Taneytown, Maryland, who passed away at the age of 85, on January 11, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Leonard Wantz Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Leonard George Wantz, Sr. and Margaret Emma Wantz; and his grandchildren, Brian, Jeff (Sydney), JT, Jacob and Joel.

He is survived by: his wife A. Elaine Wantz; his sons, George Scott Wantz (Sheila) of Taneytown and Leonard Jay Wantz (Kelly) of Taneytown; and his great grandchildren, George, Grace and Jett.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to the Grace UCC Memorial Fund (49 W. Baltimore St) or the Taneytown Lions Club (P.O. Box 555).

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Grace United Church
49 W Baltimore St, Taneytown, MD 21787

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