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Funeral Ceremony: 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home
Interment: Cisne Cemetery
Visitation: 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday evening at the funeral home
Bruce Edwin Lane, age 73, of Kinmundy, Illinois, passed away Thursday evening, July 10, 2025, at SSM Health Good Samaritan Hospital in Mt. Vernon.
He was born September 27, 1951, in Flora, the son of Ralph and Mary Sue (Poore) Lane. He was united in marriage to Patricia Ann Guerrettaz on August 7, 1971, at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Flora, and together they have shared almost 54 wedding anniversaries.
Bruce was a dedicated and skilled mechanic. He spent many years of employment at Joe Hotze Ford, Max Dye, and later retired working for the City of Salem. Bruce also dedicated time serving as a Reserve Police Officer with the City of Salem. After retirement, he worked part-time at O’Reily Auto Parts in Flora.
He spent time relaxing with his wife, Pat. They loved to go to antique shops, camp, fish, garden, and spend time with their grandchildren. After retirement they had made many trips together traveling to new places. Bruce was a proud father and grandfather. He adored his two granddaughters and was happy to spoil them.
Bruce enjoyed the outdoors. He loved fishing, hunting, and riding motorcycles. He also had an eye for photography. He loved taking pictures of his family. You might often find him visiting with his buddies. He truly enjoyed his friends and made great memories with them over the years.
He is survived by his wife: Pat Lane of Kinmundy; a daughter: Brooke Lane of St. Rose; 2 granddaughters: Regan Kluemke and Rylie Kluemke; 2 brothers: Rodger (Betty) Lane of Paulding, Ohio and Gary (Terry) Lane of Flora; a sister: Debbie (Tom) Steppe of Effingham; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
He was preceded in passing by his parents; and a beloved son: Brandon Eric Lane.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Cisne Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday evening at the funeral home. For those who wish to honor Bruce’s memory with a memorial gift, the family will gratefully accept donations to be shared among several organizations that reflect his spirit and values. Contributions may be made through the funeral home, which will kindly assist you with your donation. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
Sep 27, 1951 - Jul 10, 2025
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Our deepest condolences to all of you. Praying for comfort for you.
So sorry for your loss. You are all still family to me. Praying for you all.
Sorry for the families loss
Pat and family, I was so sad to hear of Bruce’s passing. He was a wonderful person to know. Prayers for you all.
I can't tell you how sorry we are to hear about Bruce!!! We will be praying for you all! You have our deepest sympathy!!
We are so sorry Gary, Terry and all your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. ❤️
Pat and Family; Gary and Family: We are saddened to hear of Bruce’s passing. We are very sorry for your loss. I have such fond memories of Bruce and Jake and Mary Peters at the Peters home. Bruce was a good man. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him. He is now with his beloved son. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this sad time. RIP Bruce ❣️
soo sorry to hear of Bruce’s passing, was quite a shock, prayers for pat and family
So very sorry to hear that Bruce has passed. Prayers to all.
I’m so sorry for your loss Pat, Brooke and family. Bruce was a great guy and cherish the time I spent with you both. Praying for you during this difficult time.
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