Francis J. Lann

Francis J. Lann, age 86, died October 2, 2022, peacefully at home surrounded by his family. Born June 20, 1936, he was the son of the late Francis B. and Mary Novosat Lann. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother Richard and sisters Elizabeth Lauffer and Dolores Mullen. He is survived by his devoted wife of 56 years Charlotte Lenhart Lann; his daughter Amy Shorkey (Russ) and son Michael Lann (Nicole); his six beloved grandchildren who affectionately knew him as “Pop” Chloe, Ella, Jacob Francis, Sam, Josephine Shorkey, and Jack Lann; brothers and sisters Claude (Ruthann) Lann, Ron (Carol) Novosat, Joyce Ann Parr, and Mary Jane Huchko; nieces and nephews who knew him as Uncle Doodle; several cousins; and dear friends. To know Francis was to know how proud he was of his hometown Norvelt, how important the Norwin community was to him and how unconditionally he loved his family and friends. Francis graduated from Hurst High School in 1955. After serving four years in the Air Force, he graduated from California University of Pennsylvania and went on to earn his Master’s degree in Education from West Virginia University. Francis spent the next 31 years in education serving the Norwin School District first as a biology teacher and then as assistant principal for 22 years. After retirement, he was inducted into the Norwin Athletic Hall of Fame. Francis unequivocally was a proud grandfather, loving husband, admirer and student of nature, lifelong gardener and loyal Pirates fan. He did his pushups every morning and said his prayers every night. Francis fought Parkinson’s disease for 19 years demonstrating the character, strength and determination that he possessed throughout his entire life. His family would like to thank his caregiving team. The list is long but specifically Katie, Marissa, Kara and Patty. Friends and family will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, October 5, at the William Snyder Funeral Home, 521 Main Street, Irwin. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 6, at Harrold Zion Lutheran Church, 671 Baltzer Meyer Pike, Greensburg, PA 15601. In lieu of flowers and in honor of his service to education, please thank your favorite teacher. For online condolences please visit www.snyderfuneralservices.com

Francis J. Lann

June 20, 1936 - October 2, 2022