William Arthur "Bill" Krantz, 75, of Farina passed away at 3:00 am, Monday, June 26, 2023 at the Aperion Care in St. Elmo, Illinois.
He was born on January 10, 1948, in Peoria, Illinois, the son of James Ivan and Pearl (Manning) Krantz. Bill married Mary Ann Cummins on December 31, 1984, in Clay County and they shared 30 years of marriage before she preceded him in death on July 30, 2015.
Bill worked hard in his lifetime and spent most of his career at Sulsberger Oil Company. He also occupied himself with farming and later dedicated himself to service work by joining Larkinsburg Township and the Village of Iola.
He took great pride in caring for his horses and cattle on the farm. Bill will always be remembered as a deeply devoted family man who loved his family dearly. His presence brought immense joy to everyone who knew him. Bill was a member of the SAL Edgewood American Legion.
He is survived by his children: William "Troy" Krantz (Marlene Young) of Virginia, Kyle Allen Krantz of E

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