He was born in Norwich on Aug. 3, 1970 to William and Arlene (Madden) Lane. After completing high school, Matthew went to work at Arrow Paper and worked his way up learning and understanding the produce business. He later started his own business, Controlled Produce, in produce retailing.
He was the proud father of Dylan and Bianca Lane, both of whom survive him. Matthew was a loving son to Bill and Arlene, brother to Leslie Christie and Lisa Lane and friend to so many. He was predeceased by his dad.
As a young man he coached little league and was always a sports enthusiast.
Matthew was a kind generous person willing to help others while never quite being able to help himself during his conflicted life. His struggles were real and the waves of progress gave way to the strength addiction and mental illness has on so many. He will be sadly missed.
Calling hours will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Wednesday, Oct. 3rd at the Labenski Funeral Home, 107 Boswell Ave., Norwich, CT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, Oct 4th at 10am at Sacred Heart Church, 52 W. Town St., Norwich, CT meeting directly at the church. Burial will immediately follow at St. Joseph Cemetery, 815 Boswell Av., Norwich, CT.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Reliance Health Inc., 40 Broadway, Norwich, CT 06360.
To leave a condolence or share a memory, please visit www.labenskifuneralhome.com
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