Born to eternal life on Friday, November 24, 2017, age 88 years. Beloved husband for 62 years to Melanie Millie (nee Sokolowski). Devoted dad of Michael (Janet Bollmann), Kathy Stave, Mary Beth (Edward) Berns and Karen (Mark) Kircher. Proud grandpa of Tim and Amy Herbst; Evan (Cassidy), Ryan (Kailynn) and Kaitlin Berns; Kelsey and Taylor Oenick. Dearest great-grandpa of Benson, Veda and Elliott. Dear brother of Ordell Stave. Also survived by other family and friends. Loran was a U.S. Navy veteran serving during the Korean War. He was an avid Wisconsin Sports fan and puzzle enthusiast. He is most fondly remembered for his strong work ethic and the love and devotion he had for his family. Visitation on Saturday, December 2, 2017, 9:30-10:45 AM at ST. PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1720 E. Norwich Ave. Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM. Private entombment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Prasser-Kleczka Funeral Home Bay View Chapel 414-483-2322