Ronald C. Lanze Sr. 84, of South Whitehall Township, died June 23, 2025, at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Cedar Crest. He was the son of Donald and Arlene (Heil) Lanze. He was married to Marie A. (Szilezy) Lanze for 62 years at the time of her passing Oct. 1, 2024.

He was a veteran of the US Navy.

He was employed by United Parcel Service before retiring in 1995. He loved nothing more than being with his family, whether it was for Sunday dinner, watching his grandkids and great-grandkids play sports, or hosting holiday celebrations at his home. He enjoyed vacationing with his family at the beach, classic cars, gardening, putting up his annual Christmas train display, and sitting poolside with his grandchildren along with his grand-dog Harper.

He is survived by daughters; Deanna Shisslak (Jeff); Donna Remaley (Kent); Christina Toth (Bob); Alicia Lanze; and Gina McKelley (Sean); grandchildren Ashley (Matt), Jeffrey (Danielle), Natalie (Brian), and Madison; great-grandchildren Liam, Ellie, Cora, Landon, Kennedy, and Callum; daughter-in-law Tracy Lanze; many beloved brother and sister in-laws and cousins along with many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends who will miss him dearly. Ron was predeceased by his son, Ronald Lanze Jr. and son-in-law Brian Maehrer.

Contributions can be made to Saint Joseph the Worker Catholic Church 1879 Applewood Drive Orefield, PA 18069, or The Sanctuary at Haafsville 901 Nestle Way, Breinigsville, PA 18031 online at thesanctuarypa.org