Edward L. Lanning

Edward L. Lanning, 82, of 1220 Dover Ave., Dover, died Tuesday, November 27, 2001 in Aultman Hospital after a lengthy illness.

He had worked for many years at the Danner Press company in Canton.

Born February 7, 1919 at Lorain, Ohio, he was son of the late Robert & Lora Dugan Lanning.

He leaves his wife, Nora (Maiken) Lanning and daughter Sandra McGinnis of Lorain. Also surviving are: two step daughters; Carol Kasserman of Navarre, and Laura Colvin of Dover, daughter-in-law; Linda Bodine of Florida, five grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren.

Edward was a Marine in World War II having served in the Pacific. He was a sergeant in the Marine Corp Reserves for 20 years in Lorain. He belonged to the Army-Navy club, Moose lodge and VFW. He also served as treasurer for the New Philadelphia American Legion.

In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place and a memorial service will be held Friday, November 30 at 1:30pm in the Toland-Herzig Funeral Home, Dover with Rev. Allen Bergmann officiating.

Those unable to attend or wishing to share a fond memory may sign the online register book for Edward by visiting the ''online obituaries'' link on the funeral home's website.

Toland-Herzig, Dover
(330) 343-6132
www.tolandherzig.com