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DeLong; Orlando “Lanny”

Posted By Obits On August 5, 2012 @ 8:52 am In Obituaries | 106 Comments

DeLong;

DeLONG – Orlando Jan Graydon  “Lanny”,  75, of Brooklyn, Queens County, passed away peacefully in Queens General Hospital, Liverpool on Saturday, August 4th, 2012 with family by his side.

                      Born in Kempt, Queens County, he was a son of  late Bentley and Faerlie (Davison) DeLong.

                      Lanny joined the Royal Canadian Navy when he was seventeen and served five years; his most memorable time was stationed in Churchill, Manitoba with Special Communications Branch.  While he was there, he enjoyed diving and hunting along the Hudson Bay. After his discharge from the Navy, he worked as a diver for the Halifax Shipyards before going to work with Bowater Mersey Paper Company for thirty years, retiring in 1991 from Fire and Security.  He was part owner of South Shore Divers, then later Atlantic Divers. He was a former member of Kinsmen, K40 and Queens Connectors Group.  Lanny enjoyed reading, writing, sketching and carving wood.

  He is survived by his wife of fifty years Beatrice (Swansburg), his son Todd (Pam) of Brooklyn, his grandchildren Kayla (Isaac Rafuse) of Liverpool and Nathan of Halifax.  His sisters Donna (Allen) Harrington of Brooklyn, Marion (Colin) Lohnes of Lahave, Lynn (Jack) Conrad of Brooklyn and a number of nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his son Wade.

Funeral service will be Wednesday, August 8th, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. from Chandlers’ Funeral Chapel, Liverpool. Chaplain Donald Lawton officiating. Burial will be in Seaside Cemetery, Brooklyn. No flowers by request, donations may be made to Queens General Hospital Health Project. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com

 

 

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Condolence from Karen Crouse and Lloyd Skinner on August 5th, 2012 9:01 am

To Bea and Family: We are so sorry to learn that Lanny and passed away. We both remember the good times enjoyed together through the Kinsmen Club. Please accept our sincere condolences during this difficult time.

Condolence from Curtis & Linda Leslie Maillett on August 5th, 2012 9:02 am

We send our sincere condolences to all of Lannys family. We are very saddened to have learned this sad news. God Bless You All. In our prayers, Linda & Curtis

Condolence from Sharon & Philip Thorbourne on August 5th, 2012 9:10 am

Bea & Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Treasure the memories & hold them tight. Lanny was a very well liked man. Our prayers are with you.

Condolence from Ira and Brenda Huskins on August 5th, 2012 9:13 am

We were so sorry to see of the passing of Lanny, sure have some good memories in years gone by. Sympathy to all of the family in this sad time. God Bless

Condolence from Patti and John Blimke on August 5th, 2012 9:22 am

Dear Bea, Todd, Pam and family
We are saddened with the news of Lannys passing. His pain is over but leaves a hole in many hearts. Everyone who knew Lanny loved him. He was proud of his family and country and especially Queens Co. We hope all the wonderful memories will help you through this difficult time.

Condolence from Helen and David on August 5th, 2012 9:42 am

Bea and family, we are so very sorry to hear that Lanny has passed away. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by so many. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all…..Helen and David

Condolence from Reg & Carolyn Bennett on August 5th, 2012 10:01 am

Bea & Family…
Although we only knew Lanny for a short while, we grew very fond of him. He certainly had a way of writing and telling interesting stories. We will miss his smile and good humour!
Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Thinking of you all at this time.

Reg & Carolyn

Condolence from Jan & Garnett Winchester on August 5th, 2012 10:06 am

Bea & Todd & family,

So sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. Garnett has so many good memories with the diving gang and we have lot’s of Kin Family memories of course. Our thoughts are with you all. Jan & Garnett

Condolence from Richard&Pat Conrad on August 5th, 2012 10:06 am

We are very sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing.He was a very nice man.Our sincere prayers and thoughts are with you all.Richard and Pat.

Condolence from Noweta on August 5th, 2012 10:10 am

Bea, Todd and all the family
It was with such sadness to hear this news, I have so many fond memories of Lanny and Bea when I pretty much lived on the Avenue back in my teens…..No matter where I saw Lanny , he always had a smile ….He will be certainly be missed by so many………..
Love and sympathy to all of you……..

Condolence from lannie and judy francis on August 5th, 2012 10:30 am

Bea and family, thinking of you at this sad time. Hope your good memories of a great guy will keep you strong. Lannie and Judy Francis

Condolence from Brenda and Jeff Foley on August 5th, 2012 10:40 am

Bea, Todd, Pam and family,

We were so sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing He was a great guy. Thinking of you at this time of loss.
Brenda and Jeff Foley

Condolence from SYLVIA& BILLY on August 5th, 2012 10:57 am

DEAR BEA’ JUST GOT HOME;AND HEAR THE BAD NEWS’
THINK OF ALL THE GOOD TIMES WE ALL WENT CAMPING TOGATHER’
. AND ALL THE GAMES WE PLAYED;ANDTHE LIES WE TOLD. IT SURE WAS A NICE TIME; IM TRYING TO THINK OF THE HAPPY TIMES; IT SOMETIMES HELPS US IN TIME OF SORROW’
; WE LOVED YOU BOTH;

Condolence from Stew & Rose Mooers on August 5th, 2012 11:46 am

To Bea, Todd and family. We were saddened to hear that Lanny had passed. He was so well liked by all who knew him.
He will be forever in our hearts. God Bless.

Condolence from Donna and Ian Denison on August 5th, 2012 11:55 am

Bea, Todd, Donna and Lynn – So sorry to read of Lanny’s passing. We had many a good time at work with Lanny – he always had a smile.

Condolence from Geraldine Stevens Williams on August 5th, 2012 11:57 am

To Bea and all the Delong Family: So sorry to hear of Lanny`s passing. I always enjoyed my chats with him and his messages on Queens connections. He certainly knew a lot of Brooklyn history and was willing to share it.
I was so pleased that he gave me the LIFE magazine with the story of my father`s Jervis Bay experience during the war. It is a treasure.
May God grant you His peace in your hearts and His comfort as you mourn the loss of a beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother and friend.
Geraldine

Condolence from gail tutty on August 5th, 2012 12:06 pm

Bea and Family; So sorry for your loss. Lanny was one of the good
guys. My sympathy to all of you at this sad time.

Condolence from Irving and Jeanette Whynot on August 5th, 2012 12:23 pm

We are so sorry to hear of Lannys passing. Irv and Jeanette Whynot

Condolence from Pat Wigglesworth on August 5th, 2012 12:37 pm

Bea

So sorry to hear of Lannys passing, my thoughts are with you. He will be sadly missed.

Condolence from Judi Maillett on August 5th, 2012 1:12 pm

Bea,Todd & Lannie’s family,It is with a very heavy heart that i write this.Lannie was one of a kind & lived a great life.We go back too many years to count.What the memories.I will miss you my friend & that wonderful smile you had for everyone.In my thoughts & prayers,Judi

Condolence from Pamela and Wayne Manfield on August 5th, 2012 1:24 pm

Todd, Pam and family….Sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you . Cherish your memories.

Condolence from Rose Godfrey on August 5th, 2012 1:37 pm

Bea and Family, the world has lost yet another great man. Hold your memories of Lanny close I know I will. My thoughts are with you all.

Condolence from Janet and George Fletcher on August 5th, 2012 1:39 pm

We were sorry to hear about Lanny. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you family.

Condolence from Tim McDonald on August 5th, 2012 2:36 pm

Very sorry to hear about Lanny’s passing. He and I had a common love of local history (his of course dealt more with Brooklyn) so we always had lots to talk about whenever we happened to meet. He was a great guy and will certainly be missed by many. My sincere sympathy to the Delong family during your time of sadness.

Condolence from Betty-Jean & Beverley Colp on August 5th, 2012 3:38 pm

Bea and all of Lanny’s family – We send you our deepest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful man. He was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by everyone. You all are in our thoughts and prayers.

Condolence from MARILYN WHYNOT on August 5th, 2012 4:07 pm

TO BEA AND FAMILY- JUST TO LET YOU KNOW THAT MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS SAD AND DIFFICULT TIME.

Condolence from Blanche, Charlene & Carl Veinot on August 5th, 2012 4:25 pm

Bea, Todd, Pam & Family:

So sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. Always enjoyed his articles that he put in The Advance. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories that you have of him.

Condolence from Peggy (Wigglesworth) Anderson on August 5th, 2012 4:31 pm

I am so sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. He is at peace now and in the comfort of God.I so enjoyed our emails and I know how much he enjoyed those candies I would mail to him that he liked so much. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God be with each and every one of you at this very sad time. Peggy Anderson

Condolence from Barb and Brian Fralic on August 5th, 2012 4:32 pm

Bea and family, Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Barb and brian

Condolence from Barb and Brian Fralic on August 5th, 2012 4:35 pm

Donna and Lynn and familys,
Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Barb and Brian

Condolence from BRENDA LAWRENCE/JIM HUBLEY on August 5th, 2012 4:48 pm

Sincere sympathy to Bea,Todd, and Family. Our heart goes out to you in the loss of such a wonderful kind caring gentleman . He was a joy to sit and talk to, had so much history behind him. We will cherish Lanny’s book BROOKLYN WALK BACK IN TIME [1890-1940] The priceless photo collection by Lanny and Danny Harrington certainly told it all. This book was compiled for Queens County seafest 2010. Lanny was approached on short notice but was determined to have it ready for our event and it was ready to go. 100’s of his book were sold . Thanks to Lanny for being one the original founder’s and the push behind the formation of our scenic Brooklyn Marina .He will be sadly by all in the community. Brenda and Jim.

Condolence from Carla and Tony Zwicker on August 5th, 2012 5:03 pm

So sorry to hear of your loss Bea and Todd and Family, Losing a husband and father, grandfather is a tough thing to deal with, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, God Bless

Condolence from Paul and Shirley Neals on August 5th, 2012 5:13 pm

Bea and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Lanny was a clever man, full of historical stories and the ability to share them in such an amusing way. God bless you all!

Condolence from Elaine Frail on August 5th, 2012 5:38 pm

Bea and family:

I was saddened to hear of Lanny’s death. I know he had been unwell for a while but he championed on. Russell and I always enjoyed our chats with him. Please know I am thinking about you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Water & Sherri Miller on August 5th, 2012 5:47 pm

To Bea and all the family;
We are so saddened to hear of Lannys passing,he was such a great person and liked by so many,he will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all at this sad time.

Condolence from jack sunderland on August 5th, 2012 6:46 pm

very sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. he was a great guy and friend growing up as kids. we also served in Churchill Man. at the same time. he will surely be missed………….rest in peace friend.

Condolence from Sheila D. Smith on August 5th, 2012 8:48 pm

Bea, Todd, Donna, Marion, Lynn and spouses: I am truly sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. He was a gentleman and a scholar of local history much of which was gleaned from conversations with the community elders and characters. Lanny’s book BROOKLYN WALK BACK IN TIME [1890-1940] and the priceless photo collection by Lanny and Danny Harrington is proudly displayed on my coffee table. I also enjoyed his postings on Queens Connections. His ready smile and keen wit will be sorely missed. He was loved by all who knew him.

Condolence from Debbie & John Herman on August 6th, 2012 2:35 am

Bea, Todd, Donna, Lynn, Marion, Spouses & Extended Family:

Sorry to hear the loss of such a Dear Man, Lanny. He always seemed so happy go lucky, with a big smile.

We hope you find comfort within each other and surround yourselves with memories of the good times. God Bless!

Debbie & John

Condolence from Walter & Sherri Miller on August 6th, 2012 3:17 am

To Bea and all the Family:
We are so saddened to hear of Lannys passing,he was a great person who was well liked by everyone.It was a pleasure to have known him and he will surely be missed.Our condolences to you and all the family at this time.

Condolence from Butch Forbes on August 6th, 2012 4:17 am

Bea,

My condolences …but mix with most pleasant memories . The latest visiting you and Lanny two summers ago and an image forever in my mind as he stood on the dock at the yacht club welcoming us to Brooklyn with his renown smile.

God bless him.

Condolence from Cathy & Rollie Wentzell on August 6th, 2012 4:43 am

Bea, Todd, and Family,
We are very saddened to hear of Lanny’s passing.
He was a well liked and respected member of our community.
Lanny’s friendly smile and strong sense of history will be greatly missed.

Condolence from shelley turner on August 6th, 2012 4:47 am

Bea, Todd, Pam,and family … so sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing my thoughts are with you all during this very sad time.

Condolence from Warren & Karen on August 6th, 2012 6:06 am

Bea, Todd and family. We were so sad to hear of Lanny’s passing. He will be missed so much by so many friends & family. Hold on to your memories and know that he and Wade are together now. What a wonderful reunion that must have been.

Condolence from Doug & Bonnie Croft on August 6th, 2012 6:14 am

To The Delong Family

Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your cherished loved one. God has taken away his pain and suffering and He will give you comfort in knowing that the wonderful memories that have been lived over the years will never fade. God bless you all.

Doug & Bonnie

Condolence from Gerald & Vina Moses on August 6th, 2012 6:26 am

We were saddened to hear of Lanny’s passing and want to extend our sad feelings about your loss. Lanny was a special person for sure and was so pleasant to talk to. We send our condolences to his wife and his family. He will be missed.
Gerald & Vina Moses

Condolence from Robert & Sally Fader on August 6th, 2012 6:53 am

Bea and family:

So very sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time.

Condolence from Peg Davis)Corkum on August 6th, 2012 8:58 am

Lanny, my friend of quite a few years, Lanny my friend, whom I never met face-face. Lanny, my friend, who shared my love of history of Brooklyn and area. Lanny, my friend, whom I will miss.
Bea, to you and family, how blest you are to have had him, and how blest he was to have your love. Lanny is now part of the rich history of N.S. There is an old saying….often heard….Gone from us, but never forgotten. True!

Condolence from Michael and Heather Anthony on August 6th, 2012 9:00 am

Thinking of you all at this difficult time
Michael, Heather, Caleb and Corbin

Condolence from Helen Pickrem – Provincial Hearing Services on August 6th, 2012 9:13 am

Beatrice & family – just a note to say we are very sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. It was a pleasure to have been of service to Lanny over the years. His smiling face was always great to see. Be strong and love each other during this time of sorrow.

Staff of Provincial Hearing Services, Bridgewater, NS

Condolence from Helen Pickrem – Provincial Hearing Services on August 6th, 2012 9:18 am

Donna and family – Hi Donna we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Lanny – losing a sibling is a very hard thing to deal with – I know. Your love of each other will help you through this trying time.
Tell Dawn – we miss her and Gary.

Helen Pickrem

Condolence from Jean Strum on August 6th, 2012 9:24 am

Dear Bea:
I was sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. Please accept my sincere sympathy. I know he will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Try to remember the good times; it really does help. I will keep you in my prayers.
Jean Strum

Condolence from Linda & Robert Trainor on August 6th, 2012 9:55 am

Bea, Todd & family,

We are so sadden to hear of Lanny’s passing. He was a great person. He will certainly be missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all at this sad time. Hold on to the memories.

Linda & Robert

Condolence from Richard, Kelly@Jillian on August 6th, 2012 12:01 pm

Bea, Todd and Families, there ae no words I can say to ever make this time easier but please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.Although we were not family we always were made to feel like family whenever the old bugger or you were around.He touched so many lives in such positive ways that to know him was a new experience every time we met.I will miss the stories, the dances the debates, the music and the smiles but I wouldn’t trade one second of it.Love to you all from our home to yours.

Condolence from Kathy Smith on August 6th, 2012 12:56 pm

Dear Bea and Family:
I am so sorry to read of Lanny’s passing. Such a gentleman. I will always remember as a child when Dad would call Lanny to see if we could rent the cottage in Greenfield, we were so excited!!! There will never be another Santa Claus like Lanny who played the part so well and truly enjoyed the children. He will be remembered for his great contributions to our community.
Thinking of you all.

Condolence from A lfred & Theresa Brewster on August 6th, 2012 1:54 pm

BEATRICE @ FAMILY WE WERE SO SORRY TO HEAR THE PASSING OF LANNY HE WAS A WONDERFUL MAN WE WOULD LIKE TO GIVE YOU ALL OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY THERESA @ROBENIA BREWSTER

Condolence from Dale and Suzanne Verge on August 6th, 2012 2:30 pm

Bea and family…so very sorry of Lannies passing ..he was a … great guy and always lots of fun …never knew what he was going to come up with …our prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow…..Suzanne and Dale Verge

Condolence from Val & John Kempton on August 6th, 2012 4:27 pm

Bea & family – So sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

Condolence from Henry and Marlene Stoddard on August 6th, 2012 4:29 pm

So sorry to hear of your loss,our deepest thoughts of sadness are with you and your family We will miss Lanny very much as I’m sure you all will Stay strong at this difficult time thinking of you all Marlene&Henry

Condolence from Verna & Artie Corkum on August 6th, 2012 6:07 pm

Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time, thinking of the Delong and Harrington famlies at this time

Condolence from Bruce Ward on August 6th, 2012 6:34 pm

Lanny would have enjoyed reading all of the comments from friends from far and near. His writings, book and comments have awaked my spirit on many occasions as they were the only contact I had of my beloved Brooklyn and all the wonderful people of my childhood. My heart lies heavy with thoughts of how distressing the passing of someone so special must be to his family. Be enlightened that he has now become part of the history he so loved. Bruce Ward, Vancouver, BC

Condolence from Rick & Debbie Kempton on August 6th, 2012 6:51 pm

This is my attempt at a poem I sent to Lanny when we would write on Queens County Connections

Our friend Lanny he’s the most
Some say he’s a bit verbose

But we all don’t mind the wind
So long as it’s from the right end

He helps the long winter pass
With his tales of food and gas

He makes our mouths water with tasty delights
And keeps us up on down home sights

Unlucky at cards that a certainty
Lucky at love, isn’t that right Bea

Now and again he gives a fright
But comes through with all his might

One can never say he’s a bore
Our friend Lanny down on the shore

Gone but not forgotten our friend Lanny.

Condolence from Ruth & Lowell McDonald on August 6th, 2012 7:55 pm

Bea & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Lanny’s Passing. Our prayer’s and thought’s are with you at this sad time.

Condolence from Nalda McMaster (nee Berryman) on August 6th, 2012 9:41 pm

To Lynn and family: Very sad to read of your brother Orlando. I never knew him but, Lynn, we went to school together many moons ago. It is always very hard to lose any family member and you have my deepest sympathy. God bless you all.

Condolence from Fank and Susan MacKay on August 7th, 2012 4:27 am

Bea,Todd,and Family……Susan and I were saddened to hear about Lanny’s passing. We have both known Lanny all our lives and always thought him a great guy!. Brooklyn has truly lost one of its best. Our sincerest sympathy to you and your families at this difficult time.

Condolence from Robert Currie & Judy James on August 7th, 2012 4:31 am

Our Condolence for your loss. -Our thoughts are with you Todd and the rest of your family
robert & judy

Condolence from Mark & Susan Savage on August 7th, 2012 4:34 am

You are all in our thoguhts & prayers during this very difficult time,
Sincerely,
Mark, Susan & family

Condolence from Kerry Morash on August 7th, 2012 5:33 am

Bea , Todd and family

We were very sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. I was fortunate to work with him and get to know him. He had a talent of making everyone he met feel better because of it . Our prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Betty and |Bernie on August 7th, 2012 6:45 am

We are very sad to hear of your loss. He was a great man and will be missed greatly.

Condolence from Linda Rafuse on August 7th, 2012 6:55 am

Dear Beatrice and family – We were so sorry to hear of Lanny’s passing. We will miss him at the Museum….always enjoyed his stories when he used to visit…..a big loss to those who have a passion to preserve history. Please know you are in our thoughts.

Condolence from Jim and Margaret Sapp on August 7th, 2012 9:21 am

Bea and Family
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family,Lanny will be greatly missed, it was always enjoyable to chat with him . Our thoughts are with you during this sad time

Condolence from Sharen Shaw on August 7th, 2012 9:52 am

Beatrice & Family:

Please know we are thinking of all of you at this difficult time, and wish we lived close by to be with you. We will cherish our wonderful memories of our visits to Nova Scotia and your visits to the States. Lanny was a very special person to us.

Much Love, Sharen & Jack

Condolence from A lfred & Theresa Brewster on August 7th, 2012 11:18 am

Beatrice & family, we were so sorry to hear of the passing of Lanny, he was a wonderful man we would like to give you are sympathy and blessing theresa & robenia

Condolence from Charlene Forbes on August 7th, 2012 12:07 pm

Bea and Family thinking of you in this difficult time will miss the letters that use to come this way that Uncle Lanny wrote. He was a dear man with a smile always and full of life

lots of Love
Charlene Forbes

Condolence from David Outhouse on August 7th, 2012 12:14 pm

I was very saddened to hear of Lanny’s death, he was a wonderful person, friends to everyone my prayers and thoughts are with you God Bless David Outhouse an oldcamp buddy

Condolence from Jim Peach on August 7th, 2012 1:50 pm

My deepest condolences to the family. He always had a smile.May God give you all the comfort you need to get through this huge valley.

Condolence from Lisa Tarr & Darren Whynot on August 7th, 2012 4:39 pm

Bea & Family,

Sorry to hear the loss of your loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time. Cherish all the wonderful memories that you have of him.

Condolence from Sam and Carole Sampson on August 7th, 2012 5:15 pm

Beatrice and Family
Know that our prayers ,and thoughts , are with you ,and your family at this time of sadness.

Condolence from joyce parks on August 7th, 2012 5:25 pm

Dear Bea and family,so sorry to hear of lannys passing.it was good to spend a few days and get to know him trought Homesupport.he was a great man..may god be with you all at this sad time..

Condolence from Joan & Howard Henderson on August 7th, 2012 5:30 pm

To Bea and your family… We will surely miss Lanny on Queensconnections message board and at our get togethers…he was a very likeable person and added so much to our group…we are pleased to have had the priviledge to be among his friends the past few years. Our thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow and change.

Condolence from Lester McKenna(Dartmouth formerly of Milton) on August 7th, 2012 5:52 pm

Dear Bea: You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, Lanny. He served his community well and his country having been a member at one time of the Royal Canadian Navy.
“Well done good and faithful servant”.

Condolence from Bob and Karen Barnes on August 7th, 2012 5:59 pm

Our sincere sympathy is extended to all of Mr. DeLong’s family during this time of grief.May God grant you comfort and peace.

Condolence from Vernon & Joyce Hawkes on August 7th, 2012 6:25 pm

Bea and family, so sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Condolence from Mary and Gene Arey on August 7th, 2012 6:34 pm

Dear Bea, we are so sorry to hear of lanny’s passing.We have many good memories shared with both of you,a special couple.Our thoughts and prayers with you and your family at this difficult time. Sincerely Mary and Gene Arey

Condolence from Wendy and Fred Wamboldt on August 7th, 2012 6:39 pm

Bea, Todd and families. Fred and I were so saddened to learn of Lanny’s passing. I have so many good memories of living in Brooklyn. Just living the next street over, the Anthony family residence not to far from you. Hold on to your memories and God will get us through the rest one day at a time. Wendy (Anthony) and Fred Wamboldt.

Condolence from Carol(Oickle) and Leonard Hughes on August 7th, 2012 7:36 pm

Donna and Allen Harrington,

Sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Lanny

Condolence from Carol(Oickle) and Leonard Hughes on August 7th, 2012 7:37 pm

Marion and Colin Lohnes

Sorry to hear about the passing of your brother Lanny

Condolence from Valerie Chalifoux (McKee) on August 7th, 2012 7:40 pm

“GOD has another angel sitting beside him” VM

Again Bea and family, I send my deepest condolences.
As I said before, I have never met Lanny in person but grew to know him quite well through our group at Queensconnections……….
♥ Val ♥

Condolence from Philip & RoseMary Decker on August 7th, 2012 7:50 pm

To Beatrice and family

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Philip & RoseMary Decker

Condolence from John David Anthony on August 8th, 2012 4:40 am

Bea, Todd and Pam, and everyone in the family, I was so saddened to hear of Lanny’s passing. I want to offer my sincere sympathy and let you know that you are all in my thoughts. I have so many great memories of Lanny from my childhood in Brooklyn. He will be sadly missed. I’m sorry I can’t be there today, but I hope to see you all soon.

Condolence from Clair & Wayne Chandler on August 8th, 2012 7:35 am

Dearest Family of Lanny DeLong,

We join with so many others who knew Lanny in offering our deepest sympathy on his passing. Although it is little consolation at this sad time, it should be of some satisfaction to know that in his passing you can celebrate the end of a very long and productive life.

The measure of a life well-lived is not in how much money one has or what possessions they have accumulated, but rather through the lives they touched and the sorrow they leave behind. If the outpouring of sympathy on his loss is any indication and it most certainly is, you can proudly and confidently say that his indeed was a life well-lived.

May you find peace and comfort in knowing that his loss is felt by all who knew and loved him. Will miss him at the Brooklyn Marina.

In Sympathy,
Clair & Wayne Chandler

Condolence from Shirley Melanson on August 8th, 2012 9:36 am

Bea& family,
My condolences go out to you at this sad time.I pray that you have the strength to carry on knowing that Lanny is now in
a better place.

Condolence from Nancy and Harold Dobson on August 8th, 2012 9:51 am

To Bea and family ,we were so sorry to hear that Lanny had passed away,our sympathy and love to you and your family. Nancy and Harold.

Condolence from Peggy Kelley on August 8th, 2012 2:07 pm

My thoughts and prayers are with you all in your time of sorrow.

Condolence from Leon & Norma Robertson on August 8th, 2012 6:50 pm

We are so sorry for your loss. God be with you at this very sad time. Our sincere sympathy.
Leon & Norma

Condolence from Allan, Shelley, Sheena & Brooke Davison on August 9th, 2012 9:08 am

Bea – Sweet Bea. Our love and condolences go out to you with the loss of Lanny. We were so blessed by our time with you all those years ago. Both of you have left such an magnificent imprint on our lives that we will cherish forever. We are praying for peace and comfort for you and your family. Lanny is away from the cancer and on to Heaven, what a glorious picture!

Many hugs & much love,

Allan, Shelley, Sheena & Brooke

Condolence from Susan and Butch MacLeod on August 9th, 2012 9:10 am

Lanny was a special person to so many people. He will be greatly missed. We have been in Ontario and not able to attend his service. Our condolences to his entire family. We remember so much about Lanny and will cherish the great conversations we had with him and his love for Brooklyn history. His words on paper are a wonderful reminder of that. Susan and Butch MacLeod

Condolence from Robert and Rachel Dexter on August 9th, 2012 3:03 pm

Bea, Todd, and family. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Lanny was certainly a well respected man and we will all miss him very much. He is now safe in the arms of God.

Condolence from Karen Colp (BJ & Bev’s) on August 10th, 2012 4:50 pm

What a huge loss to you & the community! Lanny was a man we won’t soon forget! The times I visited him in hospital @ the QE2, he always had a smile regardless of how he was feeling. Enjoyed reminising with Lanny about my Pa Smith. Two great Brooklyn guys together again. Take good care Bea, Todd & family.

Condolence from Mike and Donna West on August 12th, 2012 5:31 am

Dear Todd, Pam, and family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. Mike always enjoyed talking to Lanny at work and reading his articles in the paper. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Condolence from David Whynott on August 12th, 2012 5:54 pm

Bea and family I am so sorry to hear of Lanny”s passing we have been away and just got home yesterday. please know that many people will miss Lanny.He was a great guy.

Condolence from rev john and david sullivan on August 17th, 2012 10:17 am

LOVE AND PRAYER TO YOU ALL
GOD BLESS EACH ONE OF YOU

Condolence from Heather Kelly on August 20th, 2012 8:46 am

To Lanny alias “OL BUGGER” (on the shore of Liverpool Bay). You will be missed. A great historian for our community with some great stories to tell of a colorful life you led indeed. Will miss all the stories and your points of view. I was never afraid to ask a question even knowing I would get a novel in reply. RIP Lanny, you are with lots of other Ol’ Buggers now!! Heather x

Condolence from Diane and Donald White on August 22nd, 2012 8:18 am

Our thoughts are with you all at this time, so sorry.
Diane and Donald

Condolence from Brenda Brewster-Potter on August 22nd, 2012 7:07 pm

Bea and family, we are so very sad to hear of Lanny’s passing. We are thinking of you in this very difficult time. There are no magic words that can be said to lessen the heartache, because Lanny had such a large presence in your life and the lives of everyone who held him dear, but we pray that the good times you had together will help you along the path to healing.
Herbie & Brenda Lee & family

Condolence from Vernon & Joyce Hawkes on September 4th, 2012 5:46 pm

Bea, Todd and family.
So sorry for your loss, and a loss to so many friends.
I especially miss him on the Queens Connections.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Condolence from Roy Mac Keen- on January 26th, 2017 1:29 pm

I met “Lanny” in Halifax in 1957 who together with Phil Decker comprised part of a team who hoped to get rich, using SCUBA equipment at Oak Island

A really nice, down to earth man

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