Ronald B. Frantz

January 3, 1944 - March 19, 2021

Ronald Frantz, of Bonita Springs, Florida (and formerly of Howell, Michigan), passed away peacefully on March 19, 2021 at his home with his wife Janet by his side. Ron was 77 years old. Ron was born in Detroit, Michigan on January 3, 1944, son of the late Walter and Maryanne Frantz (Avish). Ron was raised in Redford, Michigan and attended Thurston High School. Ron married the love of his life, Janet, in Westland, Michigan. They had just celebrated their 59thwedding anniversary in February. He was a hard worker, straight forward guy and loved by many. He lived his life without fear and risk was never a worry. He loved to gamble and took it to an art form. He was an accomplished standardbred horse trainer for 20 years. He owned and trained hundreds of horses and he also was the Director of the Michigan Harness Horse Association. After retirement, Ron and Jan decided to make their new home in Bonita Springs, in Hunters Ridge. They loved the area and the community. Ron was an avid golfer and you would most often see him on the golf course very early in the morning, crack of dawn, 300+ days a year. Ron leaves his loving wife Janet Frantz, daughter Dawn (Larry) Tinskey, and son James Frantz. Three beloved grandchildren, the late Timothy Frantz, Kellie Tinskey and Sean Tinskey. Two brothers, William Frantz and Thomas (Rita) Aimar, and two sisters, Esther (Bill) Gulyas, and the late Angela Pruneau. Also preceded in death were his biological parents, Angelo and Mitzi Aimar. Services will be held privately by his family and burial will be in Michigan at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that any donations be made in memory of Ron to www.newvocations.org to help rehabilitate, retrain and re-home retired racehorses. To sign his guest register or to leave online condolences please visit www.ShikanyFuneralHome.com. Arrangements are being handled by Shikany's Bonita Funeral Home Family Owned and Operated since 1978.