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John Lantis Obituary

Lantis, John M. Of Napoleon, most recently living in Chelsea with his son, Eric Lantis and family. Age 77, died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital - Chelsea, after a long illness. He was born October 13, 1937 in Chelsea, Michigan, the son of Robert R. & Agnes Emeline (Pitts) Lantis. John graduated from Napoleon High School in 1955. He operated the family grocery business, A&B Grocery in Napoleon, and later worked at the IGA Grocery in Brooklyn. John enjoyed going to the Napoleon Cafe with his friends. He loved to play and watch basketball. He is survived by two sons, Eric (Raquel) Lantis of Chelsea, David Lantis of Hesperia, CA, and their mother, Charlene Johnson of Jackson; two brothers, Jay (Rickie) Lantis, Duane (Anita) Lantis; a sister, Mary Merkel; six grandchildren, Gabrielle, Lillian, Harrison, Henry, Kristen, Jenifer; and nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Dena Lantis in 1990. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 18, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Rev. Jeff Bradley officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Jackson County Medical Care Facility.

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Published by Jackson Citizen Patriot from Apr. 13 to Apr. 16, 2015.

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Shirley Dunkin - Smoyer

April 20, 2015

David and Eric - So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Prayers to your family at this time.

Lori (Jordon) Horne

April 19, 2015

David & Eric,
So sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. Praying for peace and comfort for you and your families.

Alice (Smith) Westfall

April 18, 2015

So Sorry to hear of Johns passing, he was a great guy and school mate...........sure missed him when he could not longer go to the Napoleon Cafe. He nno longer suffer tho.........Bless his family

Shelly Rosynek-burns

April 17, 2015

Penny couldn't have said it better...what wonderful and special memories we are blessed with. Our childhood was enriched by your dad. May all the happy memories comfort you during this time. He truly was a kind loving person who I shall always remember with a smile. Love and hugs to your families. God bless

Tim & Amy Ryan

April 16, 2015

David & Eric,

We feel the sorrow of the loss of your dad. Know that we are praying for you and your families. May you know God's peace!

Steve and Lee Ann Davis

April 16, 2015

John was a wonderful person. He will be missed. Prayers sent to his family.

Carol Ressler (Jones)

April 16, 2015

Such a sweet guy. He'll be missed. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Penny Rosynek-Gifford

April 16, 2015

I cannot think of my early childhood without thinking of the Lantis family. The 100's of bowls of popcorn we ate - pool partys - birthday celebrations - softball games - cedar point - playing in the barns! Your dad was fun and loving. I would jump at the chance to ride in his little green beetle bug! My thoughts are with you guys. May the many wonderful memories bring you peace. Love and hugs to you and your family.

Roger Messimer

April 16, 2015

John was a great guy. Sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace.

Steven Tackett

April 16, 2015

I worked with John at Bill's IGA when I was a kid. He was always a very kind and funny man, I'm very sorry to hear about his passing.

April 15, 2015

So sorry to here of John's passing. He was my neighbor and boss when I was growing up. Prayers for the family.
Wanda (Ray) Cure

April 15, 2015

David, Eric and families,

You are all in our prayers as you go through these next days. God bless you in the time you have together to honor your dad.

Jerry and Darlene

Betsy& Mike Boey

April 15, 2015

Thinking of you all,in your loss ,all our love on it's way.

Wilma Jean McBride

April 15, 2015

Sorry for your loss.

Wilma Jean and Doris Ann Hotchkiss

April 15, 2015

Eric and Raquel,
Prayers to you and your family, so very sorry for your loss. Your father was a wonderful man and loved his family so much. May the angels welcome him to paradise, God Bless.

April 14, 2015

So many memories of days as classmates at Napoleon come flooding in. He was always a good friend and we laughed together often. I remember how he was small for basketball but could move around that floor like lightening in the starting five. Sympathies to his family and I hope the good times make the last times fade quickly. God bless you all. Sue Addison King

Victoria Moore

April 14, 2015

David, Eric:
So sorry for your loss. May the days that lie ahead get easier as they go by.
Love you both, Victoria Moore

Robert Thurman

April 14, 2015

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

April 14, 2015

David and Eric:

My sincerest condolences! Thinking of you...

Barb (VanEpps) Heselschwerdt

Debbie & John Horsley

April 14, 2015

Deepest sympathy to the Lantis Family, Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this sad time!

April 14, 2015

My heart goes out to Johns family at this time.May you always remember John as he was and how he was important in your life, and be the same to your family and John will be in peace.
Gary Burnham

fred mcgonegal

April 14, 2015

sorry to hear of Johns passing---he was an idol of mine during my time @ Napoleon hs---

Paul Randolph

April 13, 2015

Sorry to hear of John's death. Sorry for your loss. We were high school classmates at Napoleon. God bless.

Scott & Donna Seburg

April 13, 2015

Dave & Eric, sorry to hear about your dad.

Linda Ramsey

April 13, 2015

Sorry to hear of John's passing.My prayers go out to his family.

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