I was so sorry to find out about Mr. Lane's passing. I was visiting the area and happened across his memorial in the Lane Cemetery when I was with my girls.

I had him for Chemistry and Calculus in 1981-83. He was such a great teacher and such a positive influence on so many lives.

He was a wonderful teacher at SLHS when I attended early 1960s. So sorry for your loss( belated, just reviewing obituary’s for Smithville, Becky Charlton(Smart)

My sincere condolences to the Lane family. Willard was a great teacher, coach and colleague. He left an indelible mark on the lives he touched especially at South Lincoln. Willard's wit, humour, commitment to excellence and compassion will be missed.

Dear Margaret Lane and family:

We heard of Mr. Lane's passing with great sadness, from Eugene Cocks, who lives in St. Ann's. We now live in Courtenay, British Columbia. We remember Mr. Lane with great fondness. He taught us both chemistry at SLHS in 1962 and 1963 (Grades 12 and 13). He was also my basketball coach for three years.

He taught me to love chemistry which is what I did for a career. I don't know if he knew that he inspired me to study chemistry and to become a professional chemist but he did, for which I have always been grateful.

All teachers are special and Mr. Lane will always remain one of our most special.

With sincere condolences and deepest sympathy. David and Sharon

Willard was a man of true intelligence and a great teacher to work with and learn from. His presence at South Lincoln left a lasting impression on every student and teacher. I was blessed to have worked with Willard in my first years of teaching and he was the type of teacher we all strived to emulate. I am so sorry I cannot attend on Saturday, but my thoughts and prayers will be with everyone as you celebrate the life of such an amazing man.

Sincerely yours

Cindy Crosbie

We were both saddened to hear of Willards death. He was one of those teachers that no matter how old you become you never forget. You always felt he was there to do the best job he could to help you learn, he wasn't just putting in time. Not only that he didn't think twice about giving you extra time if you needed help. He will not be forgotten.

Our very sincere sympathy.

Lesley and Rick Moore

Favourite high school teacher of all time. Named my daughter after his first daughter - Cheryl. He was the best . Condolences to the family. Great memories.

My thoughts are with the entire family during this sad time. I do understand what you are going through. Grab the happy memories. Sending you hugs Marsha.

Really surprised and saddened to hear about the loss of such a great guy.He was much admired and respected by students and teachers alike. We lose SLHS and Willard in the same year. How very sad! yet so many great memoriesf

My deepest condolences. I had the opportunity to know Mr. Lane from SLHS in the 80s. He was incredibly passionate about what he taught. He taught me a very valuable lesson back then... one i still hold onto to this day.... If you want something and willing to put the work in. Anything can be yours. You will be greatly missed by everyone.

Our sincerest condolences to the family of Mr. Lane - may your treasured memories give you some solace at this difficult time.

Dear Cheryl, John, Meagan, Chris, Harper , Jillian and family! So sorry for your loss of your Dad and Grandpa Lane. Our deepest sympathy! Mike and Laurie Heirwegh and family!

Saddened to learn of Mr. Lane's passing. Prayers and heartfelt condolences to the family.

We are sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather and father Christina and Sharon. Thinking of you and sending you love and prayers.

Mr. Lane (Willard) has touched many throughout the community with his involvement in sports in the community and through the school. Many great memories of Willard's sense of humour and guidance even when his charges were doing something they probably shouldn't.

He has touched the lives of many in a positive way.

I am deeply saddened by the loss of Mr. Lane. May god give the family comfort and peace and may the soul of your loved one Rest In Peace .

Stella Vassilakos

So sorry for your loss Marsha, my thoughts are with you and your family

Dear Cheryl,

I am very sorry for your loss. I lost my Dad ten years ago and I miss him every day. It's hard to say goodbye but eventually all the wonderful memories you have with him will fill that empty space in your heart.

I am thinking of you and your family.

Much love,

MJ

Marg and family

Our deepest condolences to you & your family

So sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Lane. He was, in many ways, an incredible teacher. One of my most respected. Of all the teachers, instructors and professors that I ever had, he certainly had the greatest sense of humour. Fondly remembered.

My sympathies to you all at this time of loss.

Mr. Lane was my favourite teacher at SLHS. You could tell he loved to teach and was always enthusiastic and excited to share his knowledge. My sympathy goes out to your family.

Mr. Lane was my all-time favourite teacher. He had such a wonderful rapport with all of his students, and would always spend extra time with a student who showed a desire to do better. I was never a math or science scholar by any means but through Mr. Lane's commitment and perseverance, I manager to get through them all. A great guy!

Dear Cheryl and family, Please accept our deepest sympathy on the loss of your father. Sincerely, Barb and Travis

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our former colleague. He was a good friend to us both and helped us as we began our teaching careers at SLHS. We often remember

him and those happy times, and we extend our deepest sympathies to his family on the loss of a wonderful father, grand-father, and great-grand-father.

My condolences to Marsha and the rest of Lane family

Our deepest condolences Such a wonderful man!

A beloved mentor, an inspirational man, a beautiful soul! R.I.P

My condolences to the family. He was a great teacher & made a difference in many lives. May he rest in eternal paradise.

To the Lane Family,

Lynne and I want to extend our deepest sympathies for your loss.

A wonderful life of a wonderful man who honed the ability of a young mind to think at the dawn of adulthood. He is woven into the fabric of a generation of students at SLHS and we feel the void with his loss.

He leaves an honoured and lasting legacy for his family to be very proud of.

To Mrs. Lane, Cheryl, Sharon, Sandra, Marcia, Rob and Families. May you be comforted by Mr. Lane's memory and may the day arrive when it brings you a smile rather than a tear.

With sincere condolences and sympathy.

Louie & Lynne Vassilakos

Mr Lane (he will always be that to me) is remembered for his fine teaching and his joie de vivre. His influence on my future directions was immense. Thank you.

May he rest in peace.

My condolences to the family of Mr. Lane who will always be remembered as one of the most loved and influential teachers and coaches at SLHS. He affected so many lives and we were grateful to have him as both teacher and mentor. RIP Mr. Lane. You will be fondly and respectfully remembered.

My condolences to the family of Mr. Lane. He was a wonderful teacher who taught myself and my father.

He will be greatly missed.

I'm sorry to hear about Mr. Lane. I hated math but I loved Mr. Lane! He was a terrific teacher and very well liked at SLHS. My condolences to his family.

We send Sincere Sympathies in the loss of your dear Willard.

May Wonderful Memories be ever near.

We shall always remember his walking the halls of our beloved S.L.H.S.

God Bless each of you, He will care for you as you mourn, lean on Him.

The Battersby's ( Scott, Joanne, Trish & Family, Dylan & Jenny & Clayton Hodgkins

I am so very sorry for Your loss. Please accept my most humble condolences. Mr Lane was a great teacher, coach and human being. He left in my opinion this world a better place for his contribution. I am sorry.

Sincerely,

Chris,

My condolences to the Lane family.

Mr. Lane was my grade 12 calculus teacher in 1993. He was a fantastic teacher who inspired me to do better and believed in me. He was always willing to take the extra time to make sure his students understood what he was teaching him. My deepest condolences to his family and friends for the loss of such a great person.

Goodbye Mr. Lane. I will never forget your positive influence on my life. You always used to say "you got it wired" when we figured out a math equation, well Mr. Lane "you got it wired" when it came to being a great person, teacher and mentor. God bless you and may you find the eternal peace that you so deserve.

Mr Lane was such a great support to me in high school. I would have never passed math without him! I still picture him with his fingers pointed and saying "natch ". He will be remembered.

Thinking of you and your family Cheryl, My kids all had your Dad as a teacher at South!

Kathy

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time

My condolences to Mr Lane's family. He was a great teacher. My thoughts are with you all.

Mr. Lane "Willard" was an inspiration to me. He taught me how to succeed and to use the hidden potential I had locked inside.

My sincere condolences to family and friends during this very difficult time.

So sorry for your loss my thoughts are with you all

My thoughts and prayers are with you all,

So sorry to hear the loss of such a wonderful man. One of our favourites at South Lincoln

High School.

Mr. Lane was an incredible teacher and mentor. He never lost his composure and never stopped believing in the students at SLHS.

Thank you Mr. Lane.

So very sorry to hear of Willard's passing. I remember him as always friendly and a smile on his face. RIP Willard.

Just saw him at the SLHS open house last month. First time since 1972. Whenever I'm asked who was the best teacher I ever had, the answer was, and is, Willard Lane. RIP. Condolences to the family.

I am so sorry for your loss. Remember him well from southLincoln high .