Clarence Edward Bane

Clarence Edward Bane obituary

Clarence Edward Bane

Clarence Bane Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dawalt Funeral Home - Salem on Aug. 23, 2025.

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Clarence Edward Bane, 75, of Charlestown, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Rolling Hills Health Care Center in New Albany.

He was born on January 24, 1950, in Scottsburg, Indiana, the son of the late Robert and Mary (Petty) Bane. He graduated from Salem High School in 1968 and went on to earn a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from the University of Louisville.

Clarence's life was defined by hard work and an entrepreneurial spirit. He worked as an engineer, contractor, and business owner, and also farmed alongside his family throughout his life. Known as both a risk-taker and a caregiver, he devoted himself to caring for his wife, Nancy, during her illness and was always ready to help others-truly the kind of man who would give you the shirt off his back.

He enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting, caring for his animals, spending time at the casino with friends, and, most of all, making memories with his family-especially his grandchildren.

Survivors include his sons, Brad (Mary) Bane of Greenfield, Indiana, and Christopher (Elizabeth) Bane of Prospect, Kentucky; and his grandchildren, Jolie and Jaxon Bane.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Nancy, whom he married in 1970.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 5:00–8:00 p.m. and Thursday from 12:00–1:00 p.m. at Dawalt Funeral Home.

Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, with Larry Perkinson officiating.

Burial will be at Mount Hebron Cemetery in Scottsburg, Indiana.

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