Edward Buck Lane

Ed is survived by his wife of 58 years, Betsy Miller Lane of Cary, NC; four children, Dawn Lane Evans (Craig) of Exton, PA, Faith Lane Johnson (John) of Etowah, NC, Brent Lane (Deborah Watts) of Holly Springs, NC, and Hope Lane of Rockville, MD; daughter-in-law Robin G. Lane of Morrisville, NC; grandchildren, Sarah, Molly, Ali, Alexandria, Aubrie, Ben, Walker and Ad; and great-grandson, Landon.

After serving in the Army stationed in Germany, Ed returned with his young family to North Carolina in 1955. That year he began his 31 year career as an educator and coach first at Spring Hope High School and then in 1956 at Cary Senior High School. After coaching the Imps to many winning seasons in several sports, Ed had the opportunity to educate a younger audience, serving as the first Principal at the newly-built Henry Adams Elementary School from its opening in 1969 until his retirement in 1987.

An avid fisherman, Ed explored any waterway he encountered, usually while spending countless hours patiently untangling the wayward fishing lines of his children. During his 20+ years of retirement he and his “sweet Betsy” traveled the continent from Costa Rica to Alaska, wintering over many years camping in Florida. His prolific gardening provided the ideal backdrop for playing with his grandchildren. Ed and Betsy continued to enjoy living at their Cary home until his death with the loving help of their great friends Erica Wise and Patricia Saroury.

Ed finished his "last season" strongly, teaching by his gentle example to the final bell. He is being fondly remembered by the many friends and students he influenced, proving that he truly lived his motto: "Better than the Best".

Please join his family and friends in a celebration of Ed’s life to be held at 3 p.m. on Thursday, June 2nd at the First Baptist Church of Cary at 218 South Academy Street.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Cary IMP Club, www.caryimpclub.com.

Condolences and fond memories may be offered at www.brownwynnecary.com