William Lansing "Lanny" Robertson

William Lansing "Lanny" Robertson obituary, Hollister, MO

William Lansing "Lanny" Robertson

William Robertson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Cremations of the Ozarks - Hollister on Apr. 1, 2025.
William "Lanny" Lansing Robertson, age 76, of Merriam Woods, Missouri, passed away on March 29, 2025. He entered this world on October 23, 1948, in Ocean Side, California, the son of Donald and Carol (Balcom) Robertson.
Having a love for cooking, Lanny became a chef, sharing his culinary skills with delicious meals prepared at many local restaurants. He served in the Taney County area for most of his life and would continue in his own kitchen cooking many great meals. Lanny will be greatly missed and never forgotten.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, David Robertson.
Lanny is survived by his wife of thirty-five years, Dolores Jenkins-Robertson and two sisters.
No formal services will be held. Arrangements and cremation are under the direction of Cremations of the Ozarks.
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