In Memory
Timothy Edward Lorenc
January 12, 1949 ~ August 4, 2021 (age 72)
On August 4, 2021, surrounded by his instruments, music and loved ones, Timothy Edward Lorenc passed away at the age of 72. Born on January 12, 1949 to the late Joseph and Mary Lorenc, he is survived by his wife, Patricia Louise (née Stoens); children, Brian (Corrine) Lorenc and Gabrielle (Ray) Sansonetti; grandchildren, Elliot, Ray Ray, Renzo, Gradyn, and Lyra; and brothers, Jack Lorenc and James (Janet) Lorenc.
A life-long resident of South Bend, Indiana, Tim graduated from Riley High School and Indiana University South Bend with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education. His vocation was service to his community and historic home renovation in diverse settings: the United States Air Force (1968-1971), the Niles Community School Corporation (1978-1979), Rocking Horse Carpentry (1990-1998), the Neighborhood Housing Services and Near Northwest Neighborhood, Inc. (1998-2003), Eckler-Lahey Lumber (2003-2008), Portage Manor and Oaklawn Psychiatric Center (2008-2020).
Tim was a hammer-swinging, banjo-picking, bass-playing, instrument-making, wood-working, good-food-loving, family man who dedicated himself to his wife, kids, grandkids, siblings, extended family and numerous friends. His presence brought everyone a sense of ease and comfort. He took great joy in the simple pleasures of life. He was loved by many.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00am on Tuesday, August 10, 2021 at St. Augustine Catholic Church. 1501 W. Washington Street, South Bend, IN. Friends may visit with the family from 3:00-7:00pm on Monday, August 9, 2021 at Palmer Funeral Home—Welsheimer Chapel, 521 N. William Street, South Bend, IN. Contributions in memory of Tim may be donated to The Music Village, 333 S. Michigan Street, South Bend, IN 46601 (www.themusicvillage.org); or St. Augustine Soup Kitchen, P.O. Box 3198, South Bend, IN 46619. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.
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Michael Stanek (1967)
Tim was a good dude, He,Mark kroll,Mike Christin,John Kovatch: we all hung together and had a blast growing up.I lost track of him but it is no suprise he had a diverse, kind and rewarding iife. His dad was a trip!!!
William Andrew Adamson (1967)
Tim was a football team-mate for four years at Riley HS. As an adult, I would run into him at Eckler-Lahey and other related business places. Tim was always friendly and kind. I pray God's richest blessings over his family during their time of mourning; and would encourage them to trust in Jesus for their future here life.
Andy Adamson