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Walter Lanning Obituary

Lanning, Walter R. Beloved husband of the late Elvira (nee Johnson); loving father of Gordon (Terry) and Dale (Linda) Lanning; dear grandfather of Gordon (Dawn), David (Kristen), Todd (Suzanna), Colin (Leah), Ryan (Anita), Kelby and Cody; dearest great-grandfather of Lexy, Brinna, Payton, Ania, Niklus, Callie, Emmitt and Elliott; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Lawn Funeral Home, 7909 State Road (5500W), Burbank, IL 60459. Lying in state Friday 9:30 a.m. until time of service 10:00 a.m. at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 8607 S. Narragansett, Burbank IL 60459. Interment Rosehill Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Savior's Lutheran Church would be appreciated. Funeral info (708) 636-2320.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 28, 2015.

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Denise Johnson

January 28, 2016

Mr. Lanning was my HR Block client for many years. He always had a smile and a hug each year for me. His sweetness will be missed. He has gone to glory with his beloved wife, whom he spoke of dearly.
My condolences to the family.

Donna & Debbie Staff at Miracle Ear

July 10, 2015

Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your lossour thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

May 29, 2015

They say nothing is forever which is not true. Memories are forever. Karin and I will have fond memories of you,your smile and the fun we have had with the Chicago Bears Football Club. You were the last of this wonderful group of people whom are awaiting you with open arms, Now you are again altogether. We will carry our memories forever in our hearts. With love Dave and Karin Lindgren.

Kerri (Berner) Smith

May 28, 2015

Dearest Uncle Wally, my mom (Kathleen) always spoke fondly of you & Aunty Elvira. I can remember as a child your warm hugs, smile, and passion for sports. You will be immensely missed. Love your great niece
(Kathleen's daughter)

Caroline Gilgenberg

May 28, 2015

Your sense of humor and smile and will be missed .

Kathleen Berner (Johnson)

May 27, 2015

Love you

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Memorial Events
for Walter Lanning

May

28

Visitation

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Lawn Funeral Home - Burbank

7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

May

29

Lying in State

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

Our Savior's Lutheran Church

8607 S. Narragansett, Burbank, IL

May

29

Service

10:00 a.m.

Our Savior's Lutheran Church

8607 S. Narragansett, Burbank, IL

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Lawn Funeral Home - Burbank

7909 State Rd., Burbank, IL 60459

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