1947 – 2018
Thompson – Paul F. Lane, 70, of Sonny Lane, passed away Monday, March 19, 2018 at home surrounded by his family. He was the loving husband of Patricia (Ostrowski) Lane. Born in Southbridge, MA, he was the son of the late Francis and Agnes (Blanchard) Lane.
Mr. Lane was a self-employed truck driver who then went on to drive for Staples and Estes trucking. He enjoyed traveling, taking cruises, going to the ocean, and was an avid New England Patriots and Red Sox fan.
In addition to his wife Patricia, Paul was survived by his daughters, Pamela Lafleche and her husband Randy Lafleche, Sr. of Danielson, and Sherri Johnson and her husband Mike Johnson of FL; his grandson, Tyler Lane and his special aunt, Kathryn Lane of North Oxford, MA.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Paul’s family from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, 2018 in the Gilman Funeral Home and Crematory, 104 Church St., Putnam. A gathering will begin in the funeral home at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 23, 2018 followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 p.m. in St. Mary Church of the Visitation Church, 218 Providence St., Putnam, CT. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.
Lee Ann Majercik
March 19, 2018 at 9:42 pmPat, I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. My heart aches for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts as you travel on this sad journey.
My deepest sympathy goes out to you, Pam, and all of Paul’s loved ones.
With love and caring, Lee Ann
Frank, Darlene and Lorraine Daviau
March 20, 2018 at 2:16 pmPat, So sorry for your loss, Paul has been a great friend and neighbor. And he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prays are with you and Pam.
Lorraine, Darlene and Frank.
Tom Ostrowski
March 20, 2018 at 2:54 pmAunt Pat, I will continue to remember Uncle Paul for the man of integrity, love and commitment he was and is now on his journey to be with Jesus. He is unforgettable. I love you! You are in my prayers always.
Tom Ostrowski
March 20, 2018 at 3:02 pmI will never forget learning to use the back-hoe in the yard, wood-splitting, stacking and feeding the wood-burning stove. He taught me that it’s ok to make mistakes as long as you learn from them. He taught me about pursuing my goals and being confident in my abilities. He taught me about taking satisfaction in my work and working for the ones you love. He taught me how to crack a wry joke :). So many great lessons and so many great memories! God bless!
Cindy M OBrien
March 20, 2018 at 6:47 pmI’m sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you and your family. Paul was a good man.
June Duclos
March 23, 2018 at 12:59 pmDear Pat and Family: Joe Oleszewski and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies in the loss of Paul. He was so enjoyable to chat with at the Valley Springs and always had a nice word for me. My Dad, JZ, thought a lot of Paul as well. Take care of yourselves. June P. Duclos
Larry LaBonte
March 23, 2018 at 3:52 pmGod bless Paul, family and friends. Good neighbor. Larry LaBonte and family.
T. Kelly
March 26, 2018 at 10:58 amPlease accept my heartfelt sympathies. My heart goes out to the family. Death is something we will never get use to. In fact, God’s Word refers to death as an enemy (1 Corinthians 15:26). Very soon our loving Heavenly Father, Jehovah God, will remove death once and for all and give us the opportunity to see our loved ones again here on the earth.