Obituary of Donald Frederick Lane

1927 - 2013

It is with great sorrow that the family of Donald Lane announces his passing on Thursday, May 9, 2013 in Kimberley, British Columbia at 86 years of age.

A native son of Kimberley, Don was born there on February 21, 1927 and took great pride and involvement in the community for over 60 years. He was on town council, a member of the Jaycees, a project society member for 50 years, chairman of the Parks Board and a past president of Minor Hockey; instrumental in the development and management of junior hockey, specifically the Kimberley Knights. He worked at Cominco for 40 years as a machinist and retired in 1989. Golf and family fulfilled his life after he retired. He was a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather.

Don is survived by his wife of 62 years Vivian, son Gord (Laura), daughter Tricia Arnason (Lloyd) and grandchildren Kerra Lane, Jocelyn, Cam and Kirsten Arnason. He was pre-deceased by his parents Clifford and Janet Lane.

A memorial service for Don will be held on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 at McPherson Funeral Home in Kimberley at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a memorial donation in honour of Don may do so to the: Pines Memorial Society, 386 - 2nd Avenue, Kimberley, British Columbia, V1A 2Z8 or the Canadian Cancer Society, 19 - 9th Avenue South, Cranbrook, British Columbia, V1C 2L9.

Arrangements entrusted to McPherson Funeral Service.

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www.mcphersonfh.com