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Michael Lane Obituary
Michael Lane was born on May 27, 1948 in Atlantic, IA, to Don Lane and Audrey Carpenter. He graduated in 1967 from Saydel Eagles High School and went into the Air Force in 1967 and got out in 1973. He worked for 3E as a electrician. Michael's interests were hunting, tennis, playing guitar for friends and family, walking, fishing and spending time with family and friends at the senior center.
Michael is survived by his son, Russell Lane (spouse Tricia); grandsons, Dallas Lane and Rob Hardwick (spouse Jaleesa), and 6 great grandkids; brothers, Roy and Don; sister, Barb and many nieces and nephews.
4821 SW 9th Street, Des Moines, IA 50315
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