Gary E. Lane

Gary E. Lane, 81, of Canton Township, Ohio, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, October 28, 2025. He was born in Zanesville, Ohio, on August 28, 1944, to the late John E. Lane and Mary Kathleen (Buker) Lane.

A 1963 graduate of Canton South High School, he continued his education at The Ohio State University, where he majored in surveying. His career began with the State of Ohio, where he served as a surveyor for seven years. He then spent two decades with Shisler & Associates before joining Stark County Engineers, where he proudly worked for another 20 years until his retirement. Known for his easygoing nature and willingness to lend a hand, he was deeply loved by those who knew him.

Gary was an avid sports enthusiast who enjoyed basketball, golfing, and playing fumble ball—a passion that earned him a place in the Amateur Sports Hall of Fame for the sport. He also loved traveling, visiting Mountaineer and Wheeling Island casinos, and watching the races.

Gary is proceeded in death by his parents; sister Sharon Ann Lane

Those left to cherish his memory include his beloved wife, Jeanne M. (Miller) Lane, whom he married on August 28, 2003. Their love and devotion to one another spanned more than 35 years. He is also survived by his children, Lori Nicholson and John A. Lane and his partner, Dave Ryan; stepchildren, Kim (Eileen) Kemper, Tim Kemper, Carrie (Alan) O’Conner, and Carmen (John) Conley; along with 13 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren and his sister Judy Tritt.

Family and friends may call on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Gary’s funeral service will be held the following day, Friday, October 31, 2025, at 1:30 p.m., with Ed Barnes officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service, from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Gary will be laid to rest at Sunset Hills Burial Park in Canton, Ohio.

Arrangements are entrusted to Kreighbaum-Sanders Funeral Home, 4041 Cleveland Ave S., Canton, Ohio 44707. Family and friends may offer condolences and share memories at:

www.sandersfuneralhomes.com

(330) 484-2525