Frank Raymond

Lanzone

Mr. Frank Raymond Lanzone (aka "Sting Ray"), of Warrenton, MO., passed away on Friday October 2, 2020 at his home. Ray was born on January 20, 1936 in St. Louis, MO., to the late Frank Lanzone and Georgia (nee: Asher) Palitzsch. He had reached the age of 84 years 8 months and 12 days.

Ray Lanzone served our country in the National Guard. Ray was a long time resident of Warren County and was very involved in the community. He and his brothers, George and Ron were the owners of Ray's Sportsman's Bar in downtown Warrenton for 30 years. He was a member of the Big Red Boosters, Khoury League Baseball, the Elks Club and the Lyon's Club. He also worked for McDonnell Douglas for 20 years. Ray made many friends over the years of being at Ray's Sportsman's Bar. He also enjoyed spending time with his children, Dean and Debby, his grandchildren and his many friends.

Ray Lanzone was preceded in death by his parents, Frank Lanzone, Georgia and Vernon Palitzsch; and four brothers, George Lanzone, Rich Palitzsch, John Palitzsch and John Lanzone. He is survived by his son, Dean Lanzone (Teresa) and his daughter Debby Pettig; two grandchildren, Katrina Pettig (Keisha) and Ryan Lanzone (Tricia); great grandchildren, Kiley, Mikalah, and Audrey; one brother, Ron Palitzsch (Sandy); sister in laws, Beverly Palitzsch, Carol Palitzsch, Janet Palitzsch; mother of his children, Joyce Lanzone; cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and many friends.

A Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at the Warrenton Elks Lodge, 1101 E Veterans Memorial Pkwy, Warrenton, MO 63383, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM.  Memorial donations are preferred to the City of Warrenton - Play Scholarship, c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main, Warrenton, MO 63383.

Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneral.net