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Dr. Brian Lantman

1969 - 2020

BORN

1969

DIED

2020

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Brian Lantman Obituary

Dr. Brian Lantman
MORTON - Dr. Brian Lantman, an optometrist and resident of Chattanooga, TN, died unexpectedly on July 24th at the age of 50 while house-hunting in Anderson, SC.
He is survived by his parents; wife, Selena King; their son, Zane Collin Lantman, and stepdaughter, Nadia Elise King; his two children Bailey Michele Lantman and Nicholas Wyatt Lantman from his first wife Nicole Brewer; his brother Ed Lantman; and his stepsisters Lori Ann (Nick) Wallace and Kim (Chris) Williams. He was preceded in death by his stepmother (Bonnie Lantman) and both sets of grandparents.
Brian was born on October 16th, 1969, in Cincinnati, Ohio to Edward Lantman and Gerry Bowers. Growing up in Morton, Illinois, he also graduated from Monmouth College (Illinois) and Southern College of Optometry in Memphis, Tennessee. Brian was very passionate about donating his time and energy to the homeless and those less fortunate. During his time as an optometrist student, he volunteered numerous times in Costa Rica in order to provide eyecare to those in need. He also volunteered with Remote Area Medical (RAM) for over 15 years and with Homeless Healthcare in Chattanooga for 7 years, giving free eye exams. On April 18, 2015, Brian coordinated an event with RAM and Homeless Healthcare that provided over $44,000 of free eye care to the homeless.
Brian will be greatly missed as a husband, father, son, brother, and friend by all who knew him.
Cremation rites were accorded by Heritage Funeral Home in Chattanooga, and a celebration of life was held for him in Peoria, Illinois on August 1st.

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Published by Peoria Journal Star from Aug. 6 to Aug. 8, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Brian Lantman

12 Entries

Bailey Lantman

January 30, 2023

My dad was wonderful.
A wonderful dad, friend, doctor, and human being. He was just wonderful. When I was young, he taught me that whatever I wanted me to in life, it was important that I be a kind one. He told me to use my blessings -- privilege, time, money -- to help others who may not be as fortunate I am. He modeled that kind of behavior for me in the form of his work in optometry. When he volunteered with Remote Area Medical or homeless shelters, he used to wake me up in the early morning and take me to those events to volunteer alongside him. Seeing him do this kind of work is how I remember him: passionate, patient, understanding, and humble. When we went home, he would ask me things like, "it's a good kind of tired feeling," "we made a difference today," and "don't you feel so good?" And I did. I was, in a small way, making a difference in the world, just like him. Now, I work at a shelter for homeless populations and those fleeing domestic violence or abuse, located in an area where he often volunteered. My father should have had so much more time and bring his good work to completion. He was not finished with it. He had so much ahead of him. There were so many more lives that he was ready to change. A photo of him stays on my wall, right next to my desk at work. I want to push forward, make him proud, and better the world the way he did. I want to pick up where he left off. I love you so so much, dad.
I promise, your work is not finished yet.

Bailey Lantman

January 30, 2023

My dad was just wonderful.
A wonderful doctor, father, friend, human being... he did so many wonderful things for me, my family, and his community. When I was young, he told me that of all the things I could be in the world, it was most important to be kind to others, and help those who were not as fortunate as we are. That's exactly what he did. I inherited his passion for helping others, and I am so grateful for that. He used to take me to clinics where he served the homeless and those fleeing domestic violence, and I would volunteer alongside him. Now, I work for an organization that houses many of the people he provided medical care for. His mission came to an end far too early. He was not yet done with his work. I cannot begin to explain how much I miss him, each and every day. In honor of him, there is a photo on my wall, next to my desk at work. I dedicate the work I do to him. I want to continue his work and become a person he would be proud of.
I love you, dad. Your work is not finished.

Alice Johnson

July 31, 2022

Missing my eye doctor....

Alice Johnson

July 31, 2021

Dr Lantman you are missed

Doris White

July 22, 2021

So sorry to hear of Dr. Lantman´s passing. He was my former eye doctor and he was a great one. He will be missed Condolences to the family. Continued prayers.

Karen Phillips

November 12, 2020

He was the best doctor ever. Never hesitated to help my entire family out. So sorry for your loss it is definitely a loss for the community as well. Just found out about his passing and was stunned. RIH Dr Lantman. We are sure gonna miss you.

Alice J

August 19, 2020

I am so very sorry. Dr Lantman has been my eye doctor for many years except for a couple insurance changes. My last eye exam I decided to pay out of network so Dr Lantman could do my examination. He was the best. Always nice and kind. Praying for his family and other loved ones.

Dr. Luckson Previl

August 10, 2020

Dr. Brian Lantman was a brother and a loyal friend. He spent his life on this earth serving others with his skill set as an optometrist, but more importantly as a kindhearted human being. In the summer of 2014, Brian introduced me to RAM (Remote Area Medicine). RAM is a great organization that provides free healthcare to those who are unable to afford it. Furthermore, Brian volunteered his time to provide eye care to the homeless and whoever crossed his path needing help.
I often joked with Brian saying that his heart was too soft to own a business. I said that because Brian would literally provide free glasses to any of his patients who were unable to pay for them. Perhaps some patients took advantage of him, but that did not bother him at all. He was a generous man, and he gave to others without requesting anything in return. I think we should all learn to be more like Brian, especially in these difficult times.
Brian and I usually talked on a weekly basis, and his biggest concern was being a good father to his children. Above all, Brian loved his children and wanted them to have a beautiful life. From the conversations that I had with Brian, it was clear that the most important thing in his life was his children, and he worked hard to provide for them. I pray that everyone will remember Brian for the generous and kindhearted man that he was.
Dr. Previl

Stan Creeden

August 7, 2020

Brian was a good friend, neighbor and eye doctor. We had some good times in the 16 years we were friends. We will miss you. All my love to Nichole, Bailey and Nicholas and to your new wife and baby who i never had the pleasure ti meet.

Bill and Wanda Cressy

August 7, 2020

He was a very friendly and nice man.

Jeff Sharpe

August 7, 2020

I'm so very sorry for your loss. My prayers for the entire family for comfort and healing.

Kathy meister

August 6, 2020

I am so sorry!

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