Don Lohrentz, longtime Camper and former LCA President and Board Member, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 29, 2024 in Arcadia after spending a wonderful week here with all four of his children.
A graduate of Valparaiso University and Northwestern University (MBA), Don had a long and successful career at Northern Illinois Gas Company and NICOR, retiring as Treasurer and Vice President of Finance. A longtime resident of Naperville, IL, Don loved and served his church, Bethany Lutheran Church (Naperville) for over 55 years. He served on the LCA Board from 1998-2004, serving as Treasurer, Vice President, and eventually as President.
He is survived by his four children: Kirby (Scott) Bruzek, Jodi (Tom) Johnson, Whitney Weber and Matthew Lohrentz, along with beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren, having been preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years, Joyce Emily Lohrentz.
In his obituary, his family recounts, “Central to his life was his Christian faith which greatly influenced how he used his time, talents and resources.” This is evident in the faithful legacy he leaves behind in his family and the ministries he partnered with his whole life long. You can read Don’s full obituary here.
“It was a privilege and an honor to serve with Don. His financial background, business acumen, and non-profit board experience was a great asset to the LCA board. Don and his late wife Joyce were very supportive of me when I was looking for my first job out of college. They let me stay there for a few months as I conducted a job search in the Chicagoland area. As a young man who was searching for what to do in life, they surrounded me with love and grace. Their generous hospitality had a great impact on me and I give thanks to God for their legacy of family and faith.”
Chip May, Executive Director
We celebrate a life well-lived and the heavenly homegoing of this good and faithful servant.
