John Lago Obituary
Private family services will be held at Turner Jenness Funeral Home in Spirit Lake for John Kent Lago, age 60 of Omaha, Nebraska. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Spirit Lake.
John Kent Lago, was born Friday, December 28, 1964 in Spirit Lake, Iowa the third child of four children to Donald Raymond & Phyllis Ann Lago. He entered the Kingdom of Heaven on Saturday, September 6, 2025 in Omaha, Nebraska.
He graduated from Spirit Lake High School in 1983 and then pursued Financial Studies from Morningside University graduating in 1987 with a Bachelor Degrees in Business and Economics: Dean’s List and National Dean’s List. He thereafter applied his knowledge, skills, and abilities with prominent business leadership and development roles as Senior Vice President and Partner/Managing Director positions that reflected his financial skills and deep understanding of not only business operations, including his relentless pursuit for employee and customer satisfaction & advancement. He made an instant impact on everyone whom he met and was admired for doing what was right for those he came in contact with. He was known for his warm smile and genuine nature. Whether offering a compliment or support, John had an uncanny ability & passion to make others feel good about themselves.
John was a gifted athlete and lifelong sports enthusiast. He was tenacious in his enthusiasm & support of his daughters and his grandsons’ sporting achievements.
John had an unending love for animals and pets throughout his life growing up on the Montgomery Iowa family farm.
He is survived by his beloved Daughters - Morgan Magni (Brandon) and Madison Lago, Grandchildren - Easton & Braxton Magni, and Sister - Nancy Reiman, and Brothers - Larry Lago (Marcie) & Douglas Lago (Amy). John fiercely loved his family and will remain the brightest light in their lives as he now lives in their hearts. He was preceded in death by his Parents - Donald & Phyllis Lago as well as his Grandparents - Herbert & Bertha Fronk and Jeff & Ethal Lago and brother-in-law, Dave Reiman.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
People and places connected with John
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Memories and Condolences
for John Lago
Tell your own story about John
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.
How you can show support
Make a Donation
in John Lago's name
How to support John's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor John Lago's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
