Robert Lane
Robert Lane, of Chester Township, passed away July 25, 2023, at 93 years of age.
The son of the late Walter Lane and Lucille Carlson, he was born in Cleveland, on Aug. 14, 1929.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Kaschalk Lane; and his siblings, Chuck, Ruth, Ray, Lucille, Gilbert, Roland, Donald, Jay and Jerry.
He is survived by his youngest siblings, Audrey and Bill.
Bob was a devoted father to Monica (Richard) Mahla and Juliann Thompson; and a cherished grandfather to Christine (Matt) Brinson, Katherine (Teal) Stellfox, Robert (Bonnie) Mahla, Cesira (Dan) Koning, Phillip (Ivy) Mahla, Clark (Kelly) DeCapite, Michael (Maggie) Mahla, Elizabeth (Chris) Johnson; and 13 great-grandchildren.
Bob was proud of his two tours of duty as a U.S. Marine and subsequent tour of duty in the U.S. Coast Guard. He loved telling stories about his military experience, especially about being aboard the USS Mackinac and USCGC Mackinaw WAGB-83.
He formed countless friendships during his supermarket and merchandising careers. He was also a proud member of the Knights of Columbus.
With his wife Pat, he served as a volunteer adult advisor for the St. Anselm CYO for many years.
Friends are welcome to join the family at a Mass of Christian Burial at St. Anselm Catholic Church located at 12969 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023, at 10 a.m.
Burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Township.
Memorial donations may be made in Bob’s name to Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Road, Novelty, OH 44072, in honor of his love for animals, great and small.
