Orlan Freeland Lehmann, went peacefully into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, surrounded by family on Sunday, December 22, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Vilas Orlando Lehmann and Lora Salome (Freeland) Lehmann; his brother Mark David Lehmann and son-in-law, Mark E Meredith. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Dorothy Joyce (Garnett) Lehmann; his six children, Douglas (Pamela) Lehmann, Laura Meredith, Nadine (David) Schut, Beth (Daniel) Apsey, Daniel (Laura) Lehmann, and Rebecca (Matthew) Campbell; 17 grandchildren and 13 great children. Also survived by his brother Paul (Jeanie) Lehmann and sister, Valeria Jean Buda as well as 3 nieces and 1 nephew.

He was born and raised in Ohio. After high school, he worked for the B&O Railroad and then served for 2 years in the US Army. Following this he attended college at Taylor University, in Upland, Indiana where he met and married the love of his life. He graduated from Taylor University with a Bachelor's of Science degree, and later on attended Asbury Theological Seminary in Wilmore, Kentucky. In Kentucky, he served as a student pastor for 5 years at several churches. He had a life-long love of learning, especially in the fields of science and theological studies. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially camping and hiking. Family hiking trips included teaching and identifying many plants and trees. He was also active in the Gideons and the Boy Scouts of America and served in many roles at his local church. Other hobbies and things he enjoyed included model trains, reading, gardening, music, and bird watching. Most important to him was his love for Christ and sharing the Gospel with others, especially his children and grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, December 28th at St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 3334 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids Michigan. Family visitation will be an hour before at 1:00 pm.