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Michael "Mike" Lanier
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Michael Lanier Obituary
Michael "Mike" Lanier, 78, of Chesterfield, passed away on Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother, Maxine Robinson. He is survived by his wife, Theresa Lanier; daughters, Angi Tipton (Warren) and Jennifer Lanier; grandchildren, Kayla, Jake, Deon and Hunter.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, July 18, 2025, at Bliley's – Chippenham, 6900 Hull St. Rd., where the family will receive friends for one hour prior to service time. Interment will follow in Dale Memorial Park. Online condolences may be made at www.blileys.com.
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Margaret Dillarrd
Yesterday
went to school with Mike from junior high through high school so sorry for your loss
Jay McClellan
July 17, 2025
I didn´t know Mike very long; however Sharon and I enjoyed our time with he and his lovely wife while on a fun little cruise to Bermuda. Our sympathies to the family. Jay
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