5/10/38- 10/28/2022
Affectionately known as “Marty”, Martin G. Lane Jr. began his life in a humble home in Paxtang, PA. Born on May 10, 1938, Marty was the oldest son to Martin and Ruth Lane. He attended John Harris High School, but his senior class was transferred to Central Dauphin, from which he graduated in 1958. He attended Penn State University, where he was a member of Delta Tau Delta. He received his Bachelor of Administration from Penn State University, and then joined the Pennsylvania National Guard in 1960, which he continued until 1966 when he was honorably discharged.
Marty worked for Foremost Insurance Company from 1961 until he and his partners started Aegis Insurance Company in 1977. Aegis provides specialty insurance and is located in Harrisburg, PA. Marty was a true entrepreneur with a fierce vision for success. His partners, their hard work, leadership, integrity (and a good bit of luck per Marty), grew Aegis into a national insurance provider in 48 states. Marty loved entertaining his customers and friends whether on the water in the Florida Keys, in Annapolis, MD, or in Harrisburg, PA.
Faith and attending church were extremely important to Marty. He had not missed church in over 35 years. He held long-time memberships in the YMCA, the Masonic Perseverance Lodge #21, and the Kentucky Colonels.
Marty loved to help others. He and his wife Sheri’s passion is the Nativity School of Harrisburg where they take great interest and pride in the success of the students. Marty was also an avid fan of football and wrestling and closely followed Penn State’s teams. They support Penn State Athletics, the Nittany Lion Wrestling Club and Penn State Health.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife Sheri Phillips Lane, son Gregory Lane, Daughter Julie Walker, Granddaughter Sammie Walker, Grandson Alex Walker, and his brother William Lane (Sharon). Marty is predeceased by his loving sisters Lita Keeney and Marianne Wohlfarth.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Nativity School of Harrisburg, PO Box 5500, Harrisburg, PA 17110. Burial will be private, and a Celebration of Life will be held in the near future.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.neillharrisburg.com for the Lane family.
