Ross R. Fanning, 81, of Emmaus, formerly a 50-year resident of Wyckoff, NJ, died Feb. 25, 2024 from complications of Parkinson's Disease.  He was the husband of Nancy A. Fanning.  Born in Erie, he was the son of the late Richard and Virginia (Frantz) Fanning.  Ross was a graduate of Fairleigh Dickinson University with a BS in Business Management.  He worked in pharmaceutical printing and flexible packaging for many years, retiring as plant manager.  He was a member of St. Ann's Catholic Church, Emmaus and a former member of St. Elizabeth's Catholic Church, Wyckoff, NJ, where he was on the RCIA Team, Cornerstone Team, and was a greeter.  Ross was a professional musician and member of Local #248.  He was a notary republic in NJ, enjoyed ceramics, was an avid bowler, car enthusiast, and enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren.

Ross is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Nancy; sons, Gregory Fanning and wife Tammy and Kevin Fanning and wife Tiffany; sister-in-law, Virginia Fanning; grandchildren, Cameron, Kyla, Jared, and Emily.  He was predeceased by a brother, William Fanning.

Graveside services will be held on Mon., March 4, 2024 at 1:00 PM in Resurrection Cemetery, Allentown.  Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation, 200 SE 1st St., Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131 or to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.