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Donald D. Lane
of Conklin, N.Y.
Donald D. Lane, 81, of Conklin, passed away on September 8, 2008. He was predeceased by first wife of forty-four years, Frances Child Lane in 1999; infant son, David Hyatt; and his parents, Lester and Maude Lane. He was survived by his wife, Helen; daughter, Melissa Lane, Washington D.C.; two sons and daughter-in-law, James and Gina Lane, Pa., Matthew B. Lane, Pa.; brother and sister-in-law, Charles "Bob" and Marilyn Lane, N.Y.; granddaughter, Grace Marie; and several nieces, nephews and cousin. Donald was an Eagle Scout, served in the U.S. Navy as a Merchant Marine and survived the sinking of the Hobson. He loved to travel and was involved in the Episcopal Church, teaching and running the Sunday School Program.
Graveside services will be held in Peekskill, N.Y. at the convenience of the family with Full Military Honors. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.savagefs.com.
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Linda Cheney
September 17, 2008
Dear Mom, my heart is still aching for the loss of Don. He was the best step-Dad ever! I am so happy you both had a chance to travel to so many places (both overseas and here in the U.S.)! Steve and Lisa are so gratefull he was able to see them both graduate from high school and visit them at their colleges. We also had a super time with you guys while vacationing in Cape May plus enjoyed you and Don's visits here to Texas. We are so happy to have known Don. He is dearly missed by the 4 of us.
Love, Linda, Dennis, Steve, & Lisa
Paul Parker
September 11, 2008
Dear Helen, you will always be in my heart and prayers. You and Don enjoyed each other so much and how fortunate you were to have found another soulmate to see the world and laugh and create new memories with. May these memories help you through this difficult time and you always know you have your family and friends to be there with you. My love and your birthday mate, Paul
Penny Ostrander
September 10, 2008
Helen,
I know I speak for the three Parker sisters when I say how sad we are over your loss. You two always seemed very happy when we saw you. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Doreen Mannion
September 10, 2008
Dear Liss,
I'll never forget all the fun times with your parents. Whether it was Canton and our 1st trip to the Hall of Fame, the fancy restaurant in LA when I squeezed into your clothes, or the infamous Thanksgiving with grandma, your parents always made things lively. I especially recall your dad's fondness for torturing sommeliers. Please give my best to your brothers.
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Sally Hanifin
September 10, 2008
Dear Helen:
My heart broke for you this morning when Paul told me the sad news about Don. I am so very sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the special memories you have with Don. You were so blessed to have found one another. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. Take comfort in knowing that having you for a wife only significantly enriched Don's life.
love,
Sally
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