Robert Lane

ROBERT “BOB” LANE, of Chesterland, Ohio, 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, Ohio, August 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 US Marine and subsequent tour of duty in the 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, OH 44026 on Monday, August 14, 2023 at 10am. Burial will follow at All Souls Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made in Bob’s name to Rescue Village, 15463 Chillicothe Rd., Novelty, OH, in honor of his love for animals, great and small.