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William Fannin Obituary
Bill was born Nov. 9, 1939 in Majestic, Ky. the son of the late Elsworth and Vina (Stiltner) Fannin, Sr. He worked as an equipment operator for many years, working for General Foods, Nanticoke Homes, Fannin's Construction, Wyoming Concrete and finally Gillespie Concrete, from where he retired. Bill was a member of the N.R.A., the Harrington Moose Lodge, the Harley Owners Group, and the Houston Fire Company. He loved hunting, fishing and working on cars. He was known as a "Mr. Fixit" and could fix any challenge that he met. Bill also loved to ride his Harley Davidson motorcycle.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by brothers, Joey Fannin, James Cassell, Elsworth "Junior" Fannin, Jr.; and a half sister, Sandy Kenton.
He is survived by his life partner and wife, Beverly (Van Gorder) Fannin; his daughter, Leisa Sharrock and her husband, Randy; his son, Shayne Fannin and his wife, Jennifer; grandchildren, Miles Kosiorowski, Marc Kosiorowski and his wife, Courtney, Baylie Fannin, Brayden Fannin and Dylan Fannin; brothers, Elmer Fannin and his wife, MaryAnn, Donnie Fannin and his wife, Elaine; sisters, Lois Fannin and Barbara Ball; one half sister, Pearl Walker.
A Celebration of Bill's Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Apr. 15, 2017, at the Reformation Lutheran Church, 613 Lakeview Avenue, Milford.
The family requests that no flowers be sent. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to to the charity of your choice.
Arr. by Lofland Funeral Home, Milford. Letters of condolence may be sent and shared with the family at www.loflandandmcknatt.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William Fannin
April 14, 2017
So very sorry to read about your family loss. My prayers and deepest sympathies to all off you.
Arline Simpson
Teresa Barnes
April 14, 2017
So sorry for your loss. We love y'all and will be praying for the family!!
Tonya Rothermel
April 13, 2017
To the entire family of Mr. Fannin, we are so saddened to hear of the loss of Bill. We are thinking of all of you during this difficult time. In love and friendship....
The Rothermel Family
April 13, 2017
Aunt Bev,Leisa & Shayne so sorry for your loss of Uncle Bill,you are in my thoughts & prayers.
albert vangorder
April 13, 2017
We love you Bill and you will be missed by all.You will be in our hearts forever...
JERRY AND SHERRIE YODER
April 13, 2017
SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS BILL WAS A GOOD PERSON AND FAMILY MAN
Patti Jerman
April 13, 2017
I am so sorry for the Fannin's family loss. Bill was a charactor and that's putting mildly. He was a great person and would help anyone if he could. He will be missed greatly. My thoughts and prayers for the family.
April 13, 2017
To the family, I am sorry to hear the news about your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1,2
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