If death was knocking on his door Lawrence Hanz, Jr. wanted to die at home in Schofield and on June 24, 2021 under the care of Aspirus Home Hospice, his wife and family he achieved his goal. Lawrence, more often called Junior, was born in Rothschild, Wisconsin on July 9,1924 to Lawrence Hanz, Sr. and Leokadia (Sliwaski/Murowski) Hanz. The family moved shortly after to a farm in Ringle, Wisconsin and he went to school through 8th grade at the one room school in Callon, closest to the farm. He took courses in mechanics at the Wausau Vocational School. He married Doris Eisenman on June 18, 1949 at St. Mary's in Marathon City, WI. Growing up, he worked on the farm but he loved machines and fixing things. He and his brother "Ziggie" started Hanz Trucking with two trucks hauling products like Ringle brick. As the business grew so did the type of products they transported including the long haul of fuel and eventually expanded into the road construction business. Hanz Contractors was created in 1960, eventually adding concrete to the mix. He retired and sold his share of the business in 1999. He joined a group of businessmen who saw a need for a community bank and founded People's State Bank in 1962. He was elected to the board of directors and served in that capacity for many years. He was known for his work ethic--hours didn't matter--the day was done when the job was done. He did have hobbies--he liked carpentry--something he inherited from his father who helped him build the family home in Schofield where they still reside. He made boats for himself and friends--which helped with his love of fishing! He liked to hunt and be outdoors especially at the cabin in Tomahawk in the early years and later all the wonderful years at the "Lodge" in Conover. Having his family around was what meant the most to him and "up north" was where he loved to have everyone. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Doris, his son Lyle Hanz of Schofield, and 3 daughters; Carol Wendorf (William) of Merrill, Patricia Hanz (David Feiss) of Milwaukee, and Linda (Mark)Thornton of Dundas, MN. Eleven grandchildren: Kimberly Hanz, Kelly Hanz (Travis Walk), Sarah Wendorf (Scott Fuchs), Pamela (Brent) Gartmann, Benjamin Wendorf (Angie), Matt Wendorf (Brooke Borelli), Robyn Feiss (Alex Recker), Molly Feiss, Nathan Roiger (Hannah Gust), Amanda (Brian) Huinker, and Thyme Thornton. Eight great grandchildren: Kassidy, Sully, Violet, Paige, Bryn, Olivia, Grace and Grady. His sister-in-law Alice Hanz and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and all of his siblings: Josephine Suchomski, Helen Gajewski, Michael Hanz, Zigmond Hanz and Dorothy Green. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Therese Parish (Rothschild, Wisconsin), Aspirus Home Hospice, or a charity of your choice. Services will be held on Friday, July 2, 2021 with visitation from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11:00 a.m. officiated by Father Albert. Burial will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting family at this time; online condolences may be expressed at Honorone.com