of Napoleon, MI, most recently living in Chelsea with his son, Eric Lantis and family. Age 77, died Sunday, April 12, 2015 at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital - Chelsea, after a long illness. He was born October 13, 1937 in Chelsea, Michigan, the son of Robert R. & Agnes Emeline (Pitts) Lantis.
John graduated from Napoleon High School in 1955. He operated the family grocery business, A&B Grocery in Napoleon, and later worked at the IGA Grocery in Brooklyn. John enjoyed going to the Napoleon Cafe with his friends. He loved to play and watch basketball.
He is survived by two sons, Eric (Raquel) Lantis of Chelsea, David Lantis of Hesperia, CA, and their mother, Charlene Johnson of Jackson; two brothers, Jay (Rickie) Lantis, Duane (Anita) Lantis; a sister, Mary Merkel; six grandchildren, Gabrielle, Lillian, Harrison, Henry, Kristen, Jenifer; and nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Dena Lantis in 1990.
A memorial service was held Saturday, April 18, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with Rev. Jeff Bradley officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Jackson County Medical Care Facility, 524 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI 49201.