John B. Laninga, age 89, of Crown Point, IN went home to his Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 20, 2024. Beloved husband for nearly 69 years (anniversary June 23rd) to Barb Laninga, nee Smit. Loving father of Pamela (Richard) Triezenberg, Susan (late Dr. Timothy) DeBoer, Kathleen (James) Kooy, and Jeffrey (Lynnette) Laninga. Cherished grandfather of 15 grandchildren, 33 great-grandchildren, and one great-great grandchild. Dear brother of the late Jean (late Clarence) Stegenga. Preceded in death by his parents Bernard and Henrietta Laninga. John was a United States Army and Navy Veteran. He was loved by many and will be dearly missed. A funeral service will be held Monday, June 24, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. at Crown Point Christian Reformed Church, 909 E. Greenwood Ave. Crown Point, IN with Rev. Fred DeJong officiating. A visitation will be held after the service from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Crown Point CRC. Interment Tuesday, June 25, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery – Elwood, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to Elim Christian Services (www.elimcs.org) or a Christian school of your choice. For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com