Sheila M. (Snow) Lanning

Sheila M. (Snow) Lanning, 75, of Painesville, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on March 3, 1951, in Williamson, West Virginia, Sheila was the beloved daughter of Elmer and Velva Snow. She dedicated her life to her family, her faith, and serving others with kindness and compassion. A devoted homemaker, Sheila was one of the founding members of Christian Life Church, formerly Mentor Church of God. Her faith in Jesus Christ was the cornerstone of her life. She faithfully served God, loved her church family, and inspired those around her through her unwavering Christian faith and gentle spirit. Above all else, Sheila cherished her family. She found her greatest joy in spending time with those she loved, whether at family gatherings, sharing meals together, or creating lasting memories around the table. She especially enjoyed going out to eat, shopping, attending church activities, and spending breakfast with family and friends at Perkins. Her warm smile, generous heart, and genuine love for others made everyone around her feel welcome and valued. Sheila will be remembered for her steadfast faith, her kind and compassionate heart, and the unconditional love she gave so freely to her family, friends, and everyone blessed to know her. She is survived by her devoted husband of 57 years, Timothy J. Lanning; her children, Timothy J. Lanning II, Thomas (Libby) Lanning, Terry Lanning, and Tammy (Shannon) Vachet; her cherished grandchildren, Micaela (Robert) Artino, Timothy J. "Trey" Lanning III, Tyler Lanning, Logan Vachet, Gage Vachet, Aiden Lanning, Kylie Lanning, and Brant Vachet; her great-grandchildren, Addison and Emmie; her siblings, William Snow, Rod (Char) Snow, and Roberta Beck; along with many beloved nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Velva Snow; her infant brother, Wesley B. Snow; her sister, Norma Pinkstaff; and her brother-in-law, Gene Beck. Family and friends will be received from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at Christian Life Church, 8250 Garfield Road, Mentor, Ohio 44060. A memorial service celebrating Sheila's life will immediately follow at 7:00 p.m. at the church. A private family interment will take place at Mentor Cemetery in Mentor, Ohio. Sheila's family finds comfort in knowing that her unwavering faith has become sight and that she is now in the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Her legacy of faith, love, kindness, and devotion to family will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. "Well done, good and faithful servant... Enter into the joy of your Lord." — Matthew 25:23 Arrangements entrusted to Brunner Sanden Deitrick Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 8466 Mentor Ave., Mentor, OH 44060. Send flowers and offer condolences at www.brunners.com

Sheila M. (Snow) Lanning

March 3, 1951 - July 28, 2026