Joseph H. VanLaanen Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph H. VanLaanen of Kingsford, Michigan, who passed away on December 26, 2025 at the age of 68. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Joseph's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William "Bill" VanLaanen and Lorraine VanLaanen (Morin). He is survived by: his children, Ann VanLaanen of Iron Mountain and John (VanLaanen); his grandchildren, Ashlyn VanLaanen and Sebastian Young; and his brother Robert "Bob" VanLaanen of Iron Mountain, MI..
