Donald Wayne Lannigan

Donald Wayne Lannigan, 84, of Lincoln, passed away Friday, November 3, 2017. Born to Thomas and Mary (Opperman) Lannigan on August 10, 1933 in Marshalltown, Iowa. Lifetime member of the American Legion.Don loved deer hunting, and was an avid Husker Football fan. He owned and trained thoroughbred race horses for many years. With Don family always came first. In later years he enjoyed special time with grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He had many lifelong friends. His life passion/profession was painting. He owned Don Lannigan Painting and Decorating.He is survived by his life partner; Joyce Clough, children; Doug (Penny) Lannigan, Pam Brown, Debra Lannigan, Sean Clough, Shanna (Chris) Bigsby, Erin Fritter, Tommy (Maggie) Fritter, Joshua (Kait) Nisly, 16 grandchildren, 46 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren, sister; Beverly, many extended family members.Don was preceded in death by his wife; Marilyn, daughter; Mary and son-in-law Mike Hoffer, great-great granddaughter Koda Joe, great-grandsons Braxton, Nathaniel, sisters; Marilyn, Carol. Celebration of LifeThursday, November 9, 2017 11:00 AM 11/9/2017 11:00:00 AM Colonial Chapel Funeral Home 5200 R ST Lincoln, NE 68504 Colonial Chapel Funeral Home 5200 R ST Lincoln 68504 NE United States