Paul J. Artz, of Kaukauna, formerly of Little Chute, age 50, died unexpectedly Monday January 7, 20l3 on his birthday. He was born in Green Bay on January 7, 1963 to Lawrence and Margaret (Diedrick) Artz. He married Lynn (Loewenhagen) Heinz on October 25, 1997 at Our Saviours Luthern Church in Appleton. Prior to owning Artz's Tire & Exhaust in Little Chute, Paul was employed at Repap in Kimberly. He enjoyed hunting, golf and riding his motorcycle.

Paul is survived by his wife of 15 years, Lynn; parents, Lawrence & Margaret Artz of Kimberly; sisters: Noreen (Paul) Hannemann, Kaukauna; and Lynn (Eric) Artz-King, Neenah. Lynn's parents; Wilfred and Mary (Schuldes) Loewenhagen; Lynn's siblings; Dan (Cindy) Loewenhagen, Sharon (Dave) Bloomer and Kathy (Tim) Helms. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, his cat Harley, other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be held Monday January 14, 2013 at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main St. Little Chute) beginning at 4:00 p.m. until time of funeral at 7:00 p.m. The Rev. Tim Krick will officiate. A memorial is being established.