In Remembrance Of
Joe Lanning
David Joe Lanning, 74, of Gower, MO passed away, April 23, 2021 at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born on February 26, 1947 to Louis and Virginia (Durkin) Lanning in St. Joseph, MO. He grew up in St. Joseph, Maryville, and Boone, Iowa and graduated from Lathrop High School in 1965. He then enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served during the Vietnam War on the USS Hancock and the Enterprise.
On July 21, 1990 he was united in marriage to Lisa Schuster. After their marriage they lived in Gower and raised their families.
Joe worked for many places including, Tri-City Implement, Everett Quarries and retired from Lipton Tea in 2013. He acquired many friends along the way. After his retirement, he enjoyed working on the farm, fishing, and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Joe is survived by his wife, Lisa; children, Gabe (Dayna) Lanning, Luke (Diana) Lanning, Jessica (Wes) Ott, and Alicia (Jeff) Wuerfele; grandchildren, Van, Jake, Dahlia, Aspen, Jewell, Scarlett, Oliver, Trenton, Wyatt, and Taylor; brothers, Dick (Sharon) Lanning and Larry (Barbara) Lanning; several nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.
Visitation: 6:00-8:00 p.m. Monday, April 26th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower.
Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 27th at the funeral home.
Burial with Military Honors: Allen Cemetery, Gower.
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15 comments
Maupins Betty
So sorry, RIP Joe. Sending my prayers and condolences to your family
Sandy Richardson-Pringle
Prayers and condolences to the family and his many friends. I knew Joe during high school and we were friends.
Linda Lyons
My sincere condolences to you and your family on your loss of your loved one.
Janet baker Johnson
I’m so sorry for your loss. I enjoyed getting to know Joe in high school. I know God will comfort you al during this time of loss. Look to Jesus for comfort You will feel better if you do.
Johnnie willits
Sorry to hear of Joe’s passing, prayers for the family.
Sharon Aring
Barbara, please accept my prayers and condolences for you and your family.
This has been a terrible year for you. Take care.
Sharon
Keith Clements
Lisa so so sorry We all will miss his friendship and also his great sense of humor
Ron Slayden
Sorry for your loss, Joe was a a good guy. I know he will be missed
Katie Lyle
Our family is so very sorry for your loss. We wish we could ease your pain. Thinking of you all during this hard time. Sending prayers.
Chuck Pendleton
Lisa I am so sorry for your loss. I will have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers
Janet Brennan
I remember being pulled on a toboggan, with about 6 other peeps, behind Lanning’s Volkswagen around the streets of lathrop, after a snow, by Joe. Very interesting ride to say the least. He and his sense of humor will be missed. I’m sorry for your loss.
Wanda Culver Johnson
May your heart be full of happy memories.
Jim E.Horn
Very sorry for your family’s loss.please let me know if there’s anything you need.
Tracy Walther
Joe, You will always be remembered. You are a ray of sunshine! You always have a heart of Gold. Miss you very very much! Keep that fishing pole loaded with bait. There are many you can fish with in Heaven! ❤
Sandy Richardson Pringle
So sorry to hear of your loss. We went to school together and were friends. God bless you as you go through this loss. May He give you peace at this time.