Charles Frederick (Fred) Lane
October 24, 1943 ~ February 3, 2024
Born in:
Schenectady, New York
Resided in:
Suwanee, Georgia
Charles Frederick (Fred) Lane was born on October 24, 1943 in Schenectady, NY.
Fred attended Niskayuna High School (NY) and then Colgate University where he graduated in 1965.
After graduation, Fred started work at NJ Bell and in 1966 married Patricia (Pat) Jane Flynn; a girl from high school whom he had known for years.
Kathleen (Katie) and Jennifer (Jenny) followed in 1968 and 1971, respectively, and Fred began his life as a family man, loyal AT&T (then Lucent) employee and executive as well as an avid golfer. Roles he enjoyed and continued for most of his adult life.
Loved by so many family and friends, his sense of humor was a hallmark. Fred’s blunt observations and classic euphemisms will serve as legend for years to come!
In addition to his daughters and wife Fred is survived by his sons in law, Kevin Brenan and Kevin Buckley and his 4 grandchildren, Margaret Brenan, Casey Brenan, Ryan Buckley and Sean Buckley.
Fred died as he lived, surrounded by the love and support of his family after a life very well lived.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that any remembrances of Fred serve as a donation to the charity of their own choosing.
A memorial mass celebrating Fred’s life will be held at St. Benedict Catholic Church (Duluth, GA) on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at 10:30AM.
Services
Memorial Mass: February 8, 2024 10:30 am - 11:30 am
St. Benedict Catholic Church
11045 Parsons Road
Duluth, GA 30097
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Mr. Billy Barrett
Pat, we are so very sorry for the loss of Fred. We are keeping you and your family close to our hearts and in our prayers during this time of grief. Praying for peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Beth and Neal Freeman
Middle Fork neighbors
Pat and family,
Fred will be missed by all and what an indelible mark he left. We will not forget his sense of humor, wisdom and great big heart. Love and prayers to you all,
Ron and Ruth Davis
We enjoyed Fred so much… I personally loved the fact that he was a guy
who loved flowers like me… we will miss him a lot and think of him often.
Love to you, Faith and Gary
Fred was my best friend. We called each others brothers from another mother. See you in Heaven buddy.
Love,
Rick
Pat,
Please accept my most sincere condolences for your and your family’s loss. I will always cherish my memories of Fred. His genuineness, generosity of knowledge, kindness and, of course, sense of humor will be remembered with the loving spirit in which he shared them.
You will be in our prayers.
Byron and Yayoi Holmes (River Club Friends)
We feel fortunate to have known this special person and friend,
Carol Ann and Don
Pat,
We are so versus sorry for the loss of Fred. His kind heart and welcoming smile will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Christy and Guy McCormick (Whitestone Way)
We were saddened to hear of Fred’s passing. We will miss his presence in the gym where he would have lovely discussions with us. Truly Fred was a man of wisdom and had a wonderful sense of humor. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tom & Vanessa Zerzan
Dear Pat and family,
We were so saddened to hear of the news of Fred’s passing. We will never forget the happy times we spent together off and on the course at River Club. Fred was such a devoted husband, father and grandfather and a friend to so many. May the love and support of family and friends get you through this difficult time. Prayers sent your way. Love, Cindy and Jeff
Pat,
My deepest condolences to you for the loss of Fred. He will be missed greatly. He was an exceptional gentleman whom I got to know better this past summer on the golf course and at the sports center. My sincere prayers for you in this difficult time.
May our Lord wrap his arms around Pat and the girls in this difficult time.
I will miss Fred on the golf course and for lunches in the lounge. Our conversations were always interesting and usually with a few laughs. I will miss him. 🙏🏼💕 RIP
Sean and I were sitting in the living room one afternoon and sean was taking a nap before we left for the pool. Fred came out and when he saw Sean sleeping, he started joking around saying a bunch of stuff to wake him up. One of those things being, “The whole roswell girls class of 2025 is here sean!” Sean and I still joke about that today. After sharing some laughs, I was really exposed to just a glimpse of his personality, which I know brightened everyone’s day just as it did mine.