Thomas R. Lantz, 67, of Springfield, Ohio passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, June 23, 2021 surrounded by his family. He was born in Wilmington, Ohio on July 27, 1953 to the union of Robert and Katherine Lantz. He was a lifelong member of VFW Post 8437 Auxiliary and the Eagles. Tom was an accomplished award-winning autobody professional. He was an avid automobile and motorcycle enthusiast. FUJIMO! Tom will be dearly missed. Tom leaves to cherish his memory: wife, Alicé Lantz; daughter, Angela (Nate) Melendez; granddaughters, Erys and Sierra Melendez; brother, Larry (Susie) Lantz; sisters, Katherine (Ron) Holden, Donna (Jerry) Mowles, and Bridget (Ted) Schaefer; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Katherine Lantz. A Celebration of Life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at Veterans of Foreign Wars, 5075 Enon-Xenia Rd, Fairborn, Ohio 45324. Arrangements entrusted to the care of KINLEY Funeral Home.