Biography Jim Lennartz
Membership Number: 17092Biography
Vincent "Jim" J. Lennartz, Jr., a beloved husband, father, and friend, passed away at the age of 76 on August 6th, 2024. Jim was known for his unwavering dedication to his family, his community, and his country.
Jim proudly served his nation as a Chief Petty Officer in the U.S. Navy, where he demonstrated exceptional dedication and honor. His time in the Navy shaped his life, instilling in him values of discipline, integrity, and service.
After his military service, Jim channeled his skills into starting his own HVAC repair business, serving Pizza Hut restaurants and other area businesses. His expertise and strong work ethic earned him the respect and gratitude of his clients and colleagues alike.
Jim was a devoted husband to his wife, Lori, and a loving father to their son, Michael. His greatest pride was in his family, whom he supported with unwavering love and care.
Although Jim had many hobbies, he was particularly passionate about the preservation and restoration of Corvettes. His love for these classic cars led him to many years of active participation in the National Corvette Restorers Society (NCRS), where he held the offices of Vice Chairman and Judging Chairman of the Rocky Mountain Chapter. Jim was also a founding member of the UK, Dutch, and Australia chapters of the NCRS. His 1963 Corvette was awarded the NCRS Duntov Award, and he also achieved the Founders Award. He was a NCRS Black and Red Hat level judge. Additionally, Jim generously shared his knowledge by presenting many tech sessions to the Rocky Mountain Chapter members.
He is survived by his wife, Lori, their son, Michael, daughter-n-law, Fatima, and a bunch of nieces and nephews, who will carry forward his memory with love and honor. He will be greatly missed by his friends in his Corvette family.
Join Year: 1990
Deceased Date: 08-06-2024
Previous Chapter Affiliations:
Rocky Mountain Chapter
Achieved Flight Judging Car Award(s):
1965 Corvette: Flight Judging Award (Third Flight) at ENGLEWOOD CO (Chapter) in 1997
1965 Corvette: Founders Award at SUN VALLEY ID in 1999
1965 Corvette: Founders Award at Galveston TX in 2001
1963 Corvette: Flight Judging Award (Top Flight) at Aurora CO (Chapter) in 2007
1963 Corvette: Flight Judging Award (Top Flight) at Englewood CO (Chapter) in 2007
1963 Corvette: Performance Verification Award at Las Vegas NV in 2007
1963 Corvette: Duntov Award at Saint Charles MO in 2008
1963 Corvette: Flight Judging Award (Top Flight) at Denver CO (Regional) in 2008
1963 Corvette: Flight Judging Award (Top Flight) at Saint Charles MO (National) in 2008
Achieved Judging Award(s):
Level 100 Master Judge, Red Hat
Flight Judging Points: 194
Flight Tabulation Points: 5