Brett Taylor Jantz, 56, of Gonzales, Louisiana, succumbed to congestive heart failure in the comfort of his own home on April 30, 2021.
Brett is survived by, son Nolan Jantz, stepchildren, Shanon Van Dyne and husband, Jimmy, Chris Stodghill and wife, Maggie, parent, Mary Lounsbury and husband, George, brothers, Randy Lounsbury and wife, Becky, Chris Lounsbury and Kevin Lounsbury and husband, Ray, sisters, Julie Knowlton and husband, Kirk, Deneen Brake and husband, Michael, Shawna Farrill and husband, Benny, Gwin Funk and husband, Trent, and many nieces, nephews and extended family. Brett was a loving father, brother, uncle, and friend to everyone.
Brett was preceded in death by his loving father, Perry Jantz, his stepmother, Levona Jantz and his brother, Reb Lounsbury
Brett loved sports, especially football, where his favorite team was the Buffalo Bills. He spent most of his life coaching pop warner football. He worked in many capacities of business, most recently as an integral part of the corporate sector of Home Depot. He spent his free time watching various sports games live and on TV; and he had acquired partial ownership of multiple racehorses. He also enjoyed movies and writing during the off-season. He was a published author and was very proud of his book “It’s about Women, I guess”. Brett was always there to help relatives and friends with household projects, coached different sports or whatever else people needed him for.
The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude towards Meador Funeral Home for being very accommodating and understanding during this difficult time.
Funeral services for Brett will be at 12:00 PM on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Meador Funeral Home in Whitesboro, TX. Brett will be laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery in Whitesboro, Texas next to his brother, Reb.
Pall Bearers will be Dustin Stock, Chris Stodghill, Ryan Lounsbury, Marshall Knowlton, Jimmy Van Dyne and John Pierson.
Rest easy, Brett. You and I went to PHS together and you were always such a nice gut to everyone you met.
I remember Brett as a gifted athlete and a very kind hearted person. Growing up in Poway, and playing sports at Poway High School together, Brett could not have been more encouraging and supportive. It seemed he always had a smile on his face. I am sorry to hear about his passing. I wish I would have been able to catch up with him.
I was VERY saddened to learn of the passing of Brett. Although I have not seen him for several years I can still vividly remember his smile, his laugh and our many conversations. I had the privilege of watching Brett coach several years of Pop Warner Football in Poway as I served as League President. Brett was the coach for all three of my sons and he helped them to become better and stronger young men because of his guidance and his mentorship. Brett was a guiding light for many young boys who needed someone to provide leadership and strength in their life. He unselfishly gave of himself year after year without seeking any reward knowing that if he could make a positive difference in their lives, he had achieved his goal. What a guy he was. His own goal would have been to coach at a much higher level and he had the talent to do so, but fate sent him in another direction. Brett didn’t whine and moan. He took it in stride as he did everything else. Always laughing, always lighthearted, the way we should always try to be. He was a GREAT role model. Thank you Brett for being one for my boys. You helped them to be the strong positive citizens they are today. You helped me to become a better person and I thank you for that as well. My prayers are with you and with your family and I thank them all for sharing you with us. I hope we can all take a page from your book and a little bit of your life and be as positive as you were.
So sorry to hear this, RIP Brett, Went to Poway High together, You were always so funny, kept everyone laughing and smiling.
I’m very sadden to hear the passing of Brett Jantz. We worked together at Home Depot Interiors in San Leandro, Ca….I was his Administator Coordinator for the West Bay Branch. I remember Brett always talking about sports and his son Nolan. Brett was always helpful and such a fun person to work with and know. Rest Well Brett you will be missed.
Stephanie J. Johnson
Your Admin!
I’m terribly sorry to hear of Brett’s passing. I met him through Pathways and he became a good friend. He moved to Texas in 2013 and roomed with me for a few weeks before his health took a turn. He was always happy and big hearted. My favorite memories with Brett were going to the Broncos/Bills game Christmas 2008 in Denver and the Packers/Bears game Christmas 2012 in Green Bay. The world has lost a bright light, but Heaven is all the richer. Rest in Peace Spider Man. ????