Regina Lanning Obituary
Regina Lanning, age 82, a resident of Portland, passed away on Saturday, November 29, 2025 at her home in Portland.
Regina was born July 12, 1943, in Union City, Indiana, the daughter of Henry Lee and Lois Minerva (Matchett) Lynch. She worked for Tyson Foods in Portland for several years. Regina married Oscar Lanning on February 10, 1978.
Survivors include:
Her husband: Oscar Lanning – Portland, Indiana
Her children: Wayne Lanning – Portland, Indiana
Carol Lipp (husband David) – Hollansburg, Ohio
Verle Sullenbarger (wife Amy) – Greenville, Ohio
Connie Eley – Greenville, Ohio
Son-in-law: Ed Nestor – Union City, Ohio
Her siblings: Walter Lynch – Arlington, Texas
Judy Russell – Granbury, Texas
Robert Lynch – Greenville, Ohio
10 grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren
She was preceded in death by her parents, a brother, Gary Lynch, a daughter, Beverly Nestor and a grandson, Dustin Brickler.
No services are scheduled at this time. Arrangements entrusted to Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland.
208 N Commerce St, Portland, IN 47371
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