James Michael "Mike" Lanham

James Michael "Mike" Lanham

James Lanham Obituary

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James Michael "Mike" Lanham, 68 of Shepherdsville, passed away on Friday, January 13, 2023, Jewish Hospital, U of L Health, after a battle with a recent illness.
Mike enjoyed deer hunting, traveling and car shows with his family. He was a very loving father and dedicated to his family, he was the best dad and pappy anyone could ask for. Spending time with his grandkids became his life, and he cherished every moment spent with them.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Dorothy and Cal Lanham, along with his brother, Butch Lanham.
Mike is survived by his beloved wife of over 47 years, Sandy Lanham; his son and daughter-in-law, Chad and Krista Lanham; his grandsons, Gage and Gavin Lanham; his sister and brother-in-law, Penny and Gary Gilliatt; his sister-in-law, Sherri Lanham.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, January 18, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. at Maraman Billings Funeral Home, with cremation to follow.
Visitation will be on Wednesday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, in Mike's name.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Maraman-Billings Funeral Home

605 South Preston Highway, Shepherdsville, KY 40165

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