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Lorene Elizabeth Shantz, formerly of Hanover, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, October 11, 2026. She was 96 years old.
Born in Wellesley on July 19, 1930, to the late Michael and Mary (née Bast) Erb, Lorene was a faithful member of Hanover Mennonite Church.
Lorene is survived by her children John “Barry” Shantz of Waterloo, Steven (Kate) Shantz of Indiana, Roger (Gayle) Shantz of Chatham, and Darlene (Dan) Driedger of Drayton. She was a loving grandmother to Michael, Heather (Kimal), Rebecca (Jeff), Emily (Jarrod), Ben, Diana (Andrew), Rachel (Chris), Adam, Tim (Amy), and Sara (Cody), as well as a great-grandmother to Gabriel, Leo, Ambrose, Theda, Liesl, Dayton, Kinsey, Paxton, Sylas, Griffin, Wesley, Sam, Liam, and Miles.
Lorene is also remembered by her sister Eileen Lebold, brother Lloyd (Laureen) Erb, and sister-in-law Leona Erb. She will be missed by many nieces, nephews, and their families.
Lorene was predeceased by her loving husband John “Lowell” Shantz; sisters Edna (in infancy), Anna Mae (Allen) Gascho, Norma (Harold) Zehr, Florence (Dave) Gascho, and Eva (Wes) McKinnon, and brothers Nelson Erb, her twin Lorne (Ruby) Erb, and Elmer (Adeline) Erb; and brother-in-law Ralph Lebold.
Visitation will be held at Mighton Funeral Home, Hanover, Ontario, on Thursday October 15, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
The funeral service will be held on Friday, October 16, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, 356 9th Street, Hanover, Ontario, with Pastor Juanita Laverty officiating. For those unable to attend, the service will be livestreamed through the funeral home's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MightonFuneralHomeLtd
The live stream will start approximately 5-10 minutes prior to the service - at that time, please look for the live video post on the obituary page on our website or the Funeral Home YouTube Channel to join the service. For people unable to join at the time of the service, the live stream video will remain posted and available for viewing afterwards.
Interment will follow the funeral service at Hanover Cemetery.
Memorial donations to Hanover Mennonite Church, Beyond Housing (https://beyondhousing.ca), or Mennonite Central Committee (https://mcc.org) would be appreciated as expressions of sympathy.
Condolences may be sent to the family at https://www.mightonfuneralhome.ca
Our Deepest Sympathy to Roger, Gayle and family on the passing of your Mother and Grandmother , Lorene Shantz. May the love and support of family and friends surround you to help to ease you through this difficult time .
Loel Cross & Family
Shantz - I send you all my best and a great big hug. Wow. Ninety-six years is quite an accomplishment.
- Bruce FarrandDear Barry,Steven,Roger,Darlene and your Families:
Thinking of you as you say your last good-byes to your dear mother. Wishing you courage and strength. Memories will come that eventually will put warmth and a smile in your heart.
With Heartfelt sympathy
Ernie and Edith
Roger, Gayle and family,
My sincerest condolences on the loss of your mom. Thinking of you.
My love and prayers are with the Shantz and Erb families as you grieve the loss of of this lovely lady. I recall one time when I was invited over. I remember it was a good time. Both Lorene and my mother Katherine each had a baby girl 4 days apart. We both completed our families. I recall reunions as we were 3rd cousins . Was good to see Darlene since her no longer lived close to each other. Lorene was a lovely person.
- Janet CharetteShantz family:
We will hold you in our thoughts and prayers as you navigate this challenging time in your life. May the Lord guide you and give you strength.
Wayne and Cheryl
Roger and Gayle and family.
Our condolences to you on the loss of your mother.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Karen and Sonny
Roger.Gayle and family,
Thinking of all of you at this difficult time. May your memories carry you through the next days and weeks. Sending many prayers your way.
Renée
Dear Shantz family:
Thinking of all of you as you traverse this time together. Sending prayers and hugs as you say goodbye to your dearest loved one. Heaven has welcomed her with open arms and songs of joy!
Sincerely,
The Grove family
Dear Roger, Gayle and family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you during the time of the loss of your mother Roger.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Linda Earley
