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Larry Lane Obituary

Lane, Larry E., 65, retired facility manager for Lake Afton Boys Ranch, died Friday, November 26, 2004. There will be a "celebration of his life" on Sunday, December 5, 2004, 2:00 ~ 4:00 P.M. at his home. Email any questions regarding the service to [email protected]. Larry was active with the Wichita Community Theatre and the Center for the Arts. Preceded in death by parents, Lewis and Vera (Wachholz) Lane. Survivors: wife, Jeannine; son, Kit Lane of Wichita; brother, Lewis Lane of Concord, CA; nieces, Sheryl Macclelland, Sheila Gibson and Sonya Kirtley, all of CA; nieces and nephews, Vicki Smith, Mike, Patrick, Shaen and Shannon Mahaney, Tammy Blubaugh and Stephanie Seglem. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with American Heart Association, P.O. Box 1653, Topeka, KS, 66601. Downing & Lahey Mortuary East.

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Published by Wichita Eagle on Nov. 28, 2004.

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Dave Draper

December 17, 2004

I'll miss . . .

* our several-times-a-week phone calls to check-up on each other!

*commiserating, in a ligh-hearted manner, about our current "we're- getting-older" ails, aches & pains

*discussing/comparing our most recent "gout bouts!"

*discussing our "current cure regimens" which included, of course, our heart medicine (red wine!)

*laughing at us and, of course, at each other!

*annoying others with our "potty talk!"

*egging each other on to "top the last potty story!"

*chatting about how we aggravate our mates & what we should do about it (but usually did nothing)

*talking about how we thought WE were the "Saints" in our relationships, but knew we weren't (well, we did agree that Jeannine IS a "saint!")

*playing cards into the wee hours of the morning with constant verbal bantering that drove our partners nuts!

*the great dinner parties with great friends and great social intercourse!

*sharing each others' "reviews" of the lastest movies seen or novels read

*how, at times, I'd aggravate you and/or you'd aggravate me . . .but we'd finally "get over it" & toast each other with more "heart medicine!"

*yes, I'll miss my good friend, ol' Larry the most!



ol' Dave

Newton High School

Class of 1957

Joni Wilson

December 8, 2004

I am sorry to hear about your loss. I always enjoyed working with you and Larry at juvenile. I know this is a difficult time - lean on your friends and family to see you through. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nadeen Dawson

December 2, 2004

Dear Jeannine and Kit:



Memories and support of friends seem to help us tremendously in these times. May the Lord comfort you and give you peace. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.



Nadeen

D. Keith Anderson

November 30, 2004

Jeannine-



It's been a long time since I have visited with Larry. He was a special guy I have thought about a number of times since I retired. Somehow, I have always thought of me being a friend of both you and Larry. You and I worked together with your "kids." Larry always seemed to be involved, not only with the ranch kids, but CINC kids, or, at least your work. I have missed you both and am glad I got to see you a couple of weeks ago at the anniversay party at Juvenile Court. Carmen and I will be praying for you and the rest of your family for comfort and care in your painful times and for healthy movement on in life.



-Judge D. Keith Anderson

Dorothy Young

November 30, 2004

Jannine, I am saddened to hear of your loss. It seems like just a few weeks ago I spotted Larry at Community theater but did not have an opportunity to speak. I have fond memories of Larry on stage, as well as of both of you at work.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

LeeAnn Casey

November 30, 2004

Dear Jeannine and Kit,



Casey and I were sad to learn that Larry had passed away. We remember him fondly from Community Theater days. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. May God bless and keep you in this difficult time.



Charles and LeeAnn Casey

Ed Trusty

November 29, 2004

Jeannine, I am sadden by your loss. My prayers will be with you.



Love

Ed Trusty

Scott Curry

November 29, 2004

Jeannine and Kit -

I am so sorry to hear of Larry's passing. I've missed talking with him since I've moved. He used to call almost every Thursday afternoon to catch me up on his week and to ask about mine. You were both the objects of many of those conversations. He spoke frequently of how much you both meant to him and how lucky he was to have you in his life.

I won't be able to make it to the celebration of Larry's life but I will be thinking of him, and of you.

He was a good man, and I shall miss him.

In deepest sympathy,

Scott

Kenny Robinson

November 29, 2004

I have so many wonderful memories of my dear friend Larry. I am so grateful for his visit to the East Coast the year before last and our adventures in New York City, Washington, and Philadelphia. When I worked at the Juvenile Detention Facility in Wichita, Larry was my comic relief, confidant, and he helped to keep me sane in some pretty tough circumstances. I am also grateful for my visit to Larry and Jeannine's lovely new home this past Spring. Jeannine, you are in my thoughts and prayers.



With much love,



Kenny

Chuck Bair

November 28, 2004

Jeanine - The Reunion Committee of the Newton High School Class of 1957 extends our sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family on behalf of the class. Larry was such a friendly and sensitive man who always had a sincere interest in the lives of his classmates. He was loved by many and will be missed.

Cynthia Stroud

November 28, 2004

Jeannine, together you and Larry were such an important part of my life. I have so many memories, I will cherish them. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Kit.

Cindy Rowsey, Monica House 72-74

Susan Grier

November 28, 2004

Jeanine...please know that you are in our prayers...Larry was a dear man and was loved by so many! Susie Grier

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