LENZ,  Herta Ester of Flint, passed away on Friday, September 15, 2006 at Avalon Hospice.  Born December 1, 1923 in Sweden, she was 82.  She is survived by her devoted husband, Herbert; daughter Renate and her husband Terry Smith of Linden; 2 grandchildren, Shawn Smith and Terra Smith.  A private family memorial has been held.  The family would like to extend their deepest appreciation and gratitude to the entire Avalon Hospice team for their wonderful care and compssion  during this difficult time.  Those desiring may make contributions to Avalon Hospice in honor of her memory.