Clarence "Jim" Kintz, 77, of Zephyrhills, FL formerly of Illinois passed away peacefully on April 22, 2023. Jim was born at home in Torrance, PA on March 29, 1946. He was the youngest child born to Clarence and Elvira Kintz. Jim honorably served his country in the United States Army, serving in the Vietnam War in 1966-1967. Shortly after, Jim met the love of his life, Janet. They would go on to build a wonderful life and family of 50 years. Jim was an over the road truck driver for over 40 years, retiring from John Deere Parts Express after 20 years of service with a Million Mile award. Besides his family, his biggest passion was his Oldsmobiles, specifically, "The Beast" bringing his passion for his car, his family, and friends together. Jim enjoyed traveling with his family, often traveling to historical sites. He often shared his fond memories of his youth and his home state of PA, his over the road adventures and his family. He is survived by his wife, Janet; son, Scot (Maureen) Kintz; grandsons, Cole and Tristen Kintz; sister, Rosemary (Richard) Strayer; Brother in laws: Gary Randall, Dr. W. Lewis Randall, Charles (Brenda) Randall, Robert (Gale) Randall; Sister-In-law: Kathy Bergheger; many nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Elvira (nee Reaney) Kintz, Sister Francis Libengood (nee Kintz) (Pete) and Brother Joseph "Leo" (Sandy) Kintz, Brother in Laws: Pete Libengood, Richard Strayer and David Randall. Viewing will take place 10-11:30 AM Friday, April 28th at Hodges Family Funeral Home, Dade City with a service to follow. A graveside service will be conducted 10 AM Monday May 1st at Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell. https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/PYNQNYMZP7P87G7H Visitation Hodges Family Funeral Home (Dade) Friday, April 28, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM 11441 US HIGHWAY 301 Dade City, FL 33525 Funeral Service Hodges Family Funeral Home (Dade) Friday, April 28, 2023 11:30 AM 11441 US HIGHWAY 301 Dade City, FL 33525 Graveside Service Florida National Cemetery Monday, May 1, 2023 10:00 AM 6502 SW 102nd Avenue Bushnell, Florida 33513