Jimmy Lanier

Jimmy Dean Lanier, age 72 of rural Wisconsin Dells passed away Thursday, November 12, 2026 at SSM St. Mary’s Hospital in Madison. Jimmy was born in Whitesville, North Carolina on April 5, 1954 to Jimmie and Edith (Payne) Lanier. He moved with his family to Milwaukee at age 5 and in seventh grade, he met Debra Sanders and they later married on September 23, 1972 in Milwaukee. Together they raised their family in Milwaukee and relocated to rural Wisconsin Dells in 2014. Debra preceded Jimmy in death on May 11, 2023.

Jimmy was a very talented person who could fix just about anything and loved to learn new things. He liked to camp, was a former boy scout leader as well as an avid woodworker. Jimmy will be remembered for his quick witted humor and childlike personality.

Jimmy is survived by his five children: Jason, Derek, Stacy (Steven Wilde) Lanier, Lestat and Louie along with two grandchildren: Shelby and Sawyer. He is also survived by his sister, Sheila (Larry) Hewett and other extended family members.

Jimmy is preceded in death by his parents, wife and brother, Gregory.

Honoring Jimmy’s wishes, private services will be held.

Crawford Funeral and Cremation Service of Oxford and Montello is honored to be serving the family. www.CrawfordFH.com