John G. Lantis

LANTIS, John G. age 89, of New Lebanon, passed away Saturday, August 11, 2018 at home surrounded by his family, to be with his beloved wife of 63 years, Janice. John was born February 2, 1929 in Preble County, Ohio to the late Emerson and Grace Lantis. He was preceded in death by his brother, Paul Lantis. He is survived by his son, Denny (Debbie) Lantis; daughter, Peggy (Lee Woods) Washington; 4 grandchildren, Todd (Becky), Tammy (Keith), Michelle (Bubba), and Craig (Cherri); 11 great-grandchildren, Andrew, Zachary (fiancée Sydney), Logan, Clayton, Cole, Olivia, Trey, Lauren, Noah, Caitlyn, and Tyler; and many more family and friends. John was a tool maker by trade and moved into management at General Motors. He enjoyed fishing and woodworking, and was a member of the Lion’s Club. John was a major community supporter and a loving family supporter of all. The family will receive friends Wednesday, August 15 from 6PM to 8PM at ROGERS’ FUNERALHOME, New Lebanon. The funeral service will begin at 10:30AM Thursday at the funeral home with Pastor John Place officiating. Burial will follow at Mound Hill Cemetery, Eaton.