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John Lanning Obituary
Fallon - John William Lanning passed away on March 29, 2020 from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident.
John was born to Jeff Lanning and Deborah Sloan Lanning on Jan. 21, 1977 in Anaheim, CA.
He is survived by his wife Laura Baldwin Lanning and son Drake Lanning. Also, father Jeff Lanning (Kathy), mother Debbie Vanderstelt (Marty), sister Chander Watson, brother Justin Lanning, step-mother Laura Lanning (Mike), brother-in-law Eric Baldwin (Amy), mother-in-law Donna Baldwin, niece Kylee, nephews Trevor and Matthew, and numerous extended family and friends.
John's greatest joy was spending time with his son. They loved riding motorcycles, bird hunting, training their dogs (Two and Barley) and watching, coaching and playing soccer.
John worked construction all around Northern Nevada, California and Idaho.
A celebration of John's life will be held at a later date.
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Heather Heatin
April 22, 2020
I wish we could have communicated more. You turned out to be an amazing man. We had so many great memories growing up. I used to love watching you and your friends ride skateboards and our family houseboat trips I will never forget you cousin. I will always love you. Rest in peace.
Jessica Odaye
April 18, 2020
He will forever be missed by our entire family!!
Paul Dillon
April 18, 2020
I was speechless when I got the call of what happened. I remembered that laugh John always had growing up. Much too young for this to happen. Jeff, if you read this, my condolences to you and the rest of the family.
Brenda Heller
April 17, 2020
I am so sorry to hear about John's passing, he was much too young! My thoughts and prayers for his family.
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