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Daniel LANSHE Obituary
He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Carol Macdonald Lanshe; his five children, Kenneth (Julie) of Shenzhen, China, daughters, Elizabeth (David) Straffon of Vienna, Austria, Anne (Robert) Oyler of Gaithersburg, Md., Caroline (Chris) Olsen of Madrid, Iowa, Susan (Mana) Escobar of San Antonio, Texas; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren; his brother, John C. Lanshe, of Tallmadge, Ohio; sisters, Barbara Balog, Hoover, Ala.; Michele Dougher, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, and Janine Zemaitis of Longmont, Colo.
Dan was born in Harrisburg, Pa., to Dr. Harold F. and Elizabeth Taylor Lanshe on Aug. 21, 1926. He was a veteran of the Army Air Corps in World War II. After graduating from the University of Mississippi in 1951, he served as a Field Director with the American Red Cross, Service to Military during the Korean Conflict. For this, he was awarded the Medal of Freedom from President Harry S. Truman. Dan retired as Director of the United Way of Southeast, Iowa, and later owned the American Eagle Flag and Banner store in Ventura, Calif., until his second retirement.
He has loved his life in Hampton where he enjoyed his Elizabeth Lake Estate neighbors, poker buddies and his Friday morning breakfast group, the ROMEOS.
A memorial service will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday evening at St. Josephs Catholic Church with a burial at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
The Lanshe family is deeply thankful for the kind attention he received from the wonderful caregivers at Sentara Careplex.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions may be given in Dan's name to the St. Joseph's Food Pantry, 512 Buckroe Avenue, Hampton, VA 23664.
Arrangements are by Berceuse Funeral and Cremation Traditions in Hampton, 825-8070. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Daniel LANSHE
Lorraine Kline
May 11, 2010
Mrs. Lanshe; I am sorry to hear about Mr. Lanshe, I saw the obit on facebook and remember how kind and welcoming you two were to me when I was so homesick the first few months at IUP. My parents had moved 6 hours away and you let me stay with you and your family a few weekends till I adjusted to college life. My prayers are with you.
Rose Mary Prince
May 10, 2010
My heart goes out to your entire family. Your Daniel was a well loved man and I know you will miss him terribly. Blessings to you. Dan's sister Barbara and I are friends.
Barbara L. Balog
May 8, 2010
To Dan, my dearest, one of a kind brother, am happy you visited me six weeks ago - I had a chance to tell you that I loved you. I will miss you so very much - hopefully you can now be with Dad, Mother, Harold, Anne and my John.
May 6, 2010
Carol,
"Sad but sure was the call of one so dearly loved by all..." Dan will be missed by more than you know. We are glad we have you as our neighbors.
Cynthia and Paul Morrison
Cynthia & Paul Morrison
May 6, 2010
Carol,
"Sad but sure was the call of one so dearly loved by all..." Dan will be missed by more than you know. We are glad we have you as our neighbors.
John Vogel
May 6, 2010
Mrs.Daniel Lanshe: I am sorry to hear of the passing of your husband please know that he is now able to enjoy the gifts of eternal life with all the Lanshe's. I am Aunt Genevieve's son John Vogel. I remember Uncle Harold very well and enjoyed the few get togethers that the Lanshe family had. May God's peace and all the wonderful memories of your 56 years together bring you comfort and joy. God holds each of us in His hands, knowing that we can celebrate the life of Dan.
Janet Aliff
May 6, 2010
Uncle Danny was a wonderful and happy. I loved to visit his home when I was young. Even though I didn't see him much as an adult, I will miss him and know he will leave a huge whole in the lives he has touched. My prayers are with you all. Love You, Janet
Lisa Rai Mabry-Price
May 6, 2010
To Anne and family,
My heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family during this difficult time. I hope that memories of your father will help sustain you. May God bless you with peace and comfort.
Wayne & Sherry Schmirler
May 6, 2010
Ken, I never met your father but knowing you as I do I am sure that he was a wonderful man; as his son is. You and your family will be in our prayers. May the Lord comfort you all at this time.
Beth Price
May 6, 2010
Uncle Danny, so loving and funny, has left a space that cannot be filled by another. I loved him so very much. All my prayers are with our entire family.
Julie Lanshe
May 6, 2010
I will miss Dan's loving kindness, gentle humor and great wisdom. He was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather; I couldn't have wished for a better father-in-law. My thoughts and prayers are with Carol and all of us who are grieving at this time. May God's peace be with you.
Alison,Dave,Margaret, Emily, Laura Rhodes
May 5, 2010
Uncle Dan will be greatly missed. He touched everyone with his kindness, friendship, and sense of humor. May God's Peace and Love comfort his family.
Tina Weston
May 5, 2010
I am thankful for the opportunity to have met Dan while spending some time with part of the "Lanshe Clan" last summer. It is obvious his passing has left a large hole in the lives and hearts of many... My heart goes out to all of you. Saying good-bye is hard, but he is in a better place now. I hope all your memories of your times with Dan bring you peace and happiness until you are reunited in Heaven.
Tom Brumm
May 5, 2010
I can't say that I had the pleasure and honor of meeting Dan. However, Susan is a close friend of my wife, Heather. They say that parents are reflected in their children. If that's the case, Dan was a great man. He is certainly in heaven. My prayers are with the Lanshe family in your time of loss.
Sarah Bredensteiner (Lanshe)
May 5, 2010
Grandpa Dan was a loving grandpa, father and husband. He loved this country and he loved George Bush! He loved to tease the many ladies (including me) in his life, he always did so with a snicker and a twinkle in his eyes. I will never forget my ninsies and when he told me that he ate pepper on EVERYTHING! I will miss you Grandpa and look forward to seeing you on the other side!
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