"Even when you think you will be ready when the time comes, you never really are. You’re never ready to get a phone call from your sibling letting you know that your mother has passed away after an almost 3 year battle with lung cancer that she never did anything to deserve to get in the first place. My mom was my best friend. We shared a relationship and bond that I only hope and dream to have with my own daughter. She was who I ran to for every good and, bless her heart, bad thing that ever happened and she was always there for me. Momma was one classy lady. She broke out of her small town and lived some big dreams up north when she did. She loved herself some red wine, designer clothes, and Real Housewives/Bachelor/Bachelorette. And while looking for pictures of her with her grandchildren, I was genuinely thrilled and got some peace realizing how full of a life she lived. Traveling around the world, experiencing new things, not afraid to start over and take on new challenges. She loved all of her children and grandchildren and had an amazing relationship with all of them, despite the distance between us. I wish the last time I saw you wasn’t as long ago as it was. But I think you knew that I’d be with you every day if I had the opportunity to be. I find comfort in the thought that you are no longer in pain, and that you’re with your mother again, healthy, and at peace. Until we meet again I will always continue to think of you, miss you, and do my best to help Kinley always remember what an amazing mother, grandmother, and role model you were to us. "
-Caitlin Layne
"It’s with great sadness that I write this final chapter in the life of a very beautiful woman, my wife, Lisa A Lane, who went to heaven on 3/17/22. I’m just broken.
Lisa was one of the most kindest, strongest beautiful women I knew, with a huge heart filled with Southern Charm. I met Lisa on September 24, 2015 and it was love at first sight. For those that didn’t know, Lisa who never smoked, was diagnosed with lung cancer in August 2019 and fought a very tough fight. I could never understand why bad things happen to good people. We got engaged and were married last summer June 6, 2021 on the beach in Avalon New Jersey, one of Lisa's favorite spots.
Lisa passed away peacefully in her sleep joining her mother in heaven.
Lisa is survived by four children, four grandchildren and three stepchildren.
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We are planning a celebration of her life with details to come.
Love one another and be kind to everyone. "
-Blair Lane
"Just when you think you are getting back on your feet, life humbles you once more.
My beautiful indestructible mother left her physical existence last night peacefully in her home. I cannot find the words to say currently. We are completely caught off guard as I think we all believed you’d be here forever. Never did I think we’d be losing you so soon. My heart breaks thinking of the moments you won’t be here to witness, but I am at peace knowing your pain is no longer. You not only faced cancer, but you fought it with everything you had. I can’t believe I won’t be able to call you anymore or have you there the day I pick my wedding dress…we will keep your spirit with us in the stories and memories we shared & will continue doing so with your grand babies who miss you so bad already. I love you Momma. I hope you’re on a beach somewhere with your toes in the sand.."
-Parker Layne
"Love you so much mama Lisa Lane. Thank you for always treating me like I was your own. I'll forever cherish how intentional you were with your time. We will never run out of memories."
-Melanie Cassell
"I am thankful that she didn't have to suffer in a hospital hooked up to machines. I'm thankful my last phone call with her she was pleasant and happy. And I'm thankful that although we had many issues through the years due to our fiery and combative personalities we were at a great place in her final months. This is the last picture I have with her, from Star City Strongman in November. I'll always cherish that she was able to be there and see my first competition."
-Will Cassell
”My mom was a strong, loving woman who dedicated her life to her family. A woman who deserved the world for everything she’s been through in life. It wasn’t too long ago I got to hear your beautiful voice, and I’d do anything to be able to listen to you again. Nearly three years ago you were diagnosed with lung cancer, I was terrified. As treatment proceeded, you physically and mentally went through so many challenges. You fought with everything you had. Though I had thought you’d be with us for much longer, I am at peace knowing you are no longer in pain. It hurts to realize I won’t be able to see you on my wedding day, or when I have my first child. But I will hold on to the cherished memories we’ve created throughout the years. The love and support you spread in our family and to anyone you’ve ever met will never diminish. I love you to the moon and back momma.”
-Madison Watson
”My mom was a strong, loving woman who dedicated her life to her family. A woman who deserved the world for everything she’s been through in life. It wasn’t too long ago I got to hear your beautiful voice, and I’d do anything to be able to listen to you again. Nearly three years ago you were diagnosed with lung cancer, I was terrified. As treatment proceeded, you physically and mentally went through so many challenges. You fought with everything you had. Though I had thought you’d be with us for much longer, I am at peace knowing you are no longer in pain. It hurts to realize I won’t be able to see you on my wedding day, or when I have my first child. But I will hold on to the cherished memories we’ve created throughout the years. The love and support you spread in our family and to anyone you’ve ever met will never diminish. I love you to the moon and back momma.”
-Madison Watson
"My best friend was my rock. She was my unwavering rock. You know the one. That biggest fan, that shoulder to lean on, that one who just gets you, that one who makes your worst days seem not so bad. The kind of person who makes you see the sun where you once saw clouds. That one who loves you for just being you and who believes in you so much that you eventually begin to believe in yourself. Our friendship was always strong enough to withstand any of life’s busy spells, crazy mood swings and weird distant phases. Even in my darkest hours, she always helped me find the most important things when I lost them….. my smile, my hope and my courage. I am beyond sad and broken-hearted for this huge loss, but I am so grateful for having an honest friend who loved me unconditionally and never let me forget how important I was to her. I watched her take on a horrible diagnosis with uncanny bravery, courage and dignity that gave her a new strength tougher than any diamond. She never stopped fighting. Lisa, I will miss everything about you and our friendship. I’ll miss our adventures, our trips and all the fun times. I guess I never knew we were making memories. I only knew we were having fun. You are a treasured GEM. I know you loved your designer clothing and really loved lots of bling jewelry. Now, what I will remember is not that diamonds are a girl’s best friend…. But it is your best friends who are your diamonds."
-Ann Richardson
The money from this will be used in funeral expenses and travel expenses for the upcoming services. Memorial/Funeral services will be made available to those who knew Momma as we navigate through this difficult process. We ask for your thoughts and prayers for our family at this time.