Janie Lane

Jane Elizabeth Lane, age 79, of Lincoln, Nebraska passed away from pancreatic cancer peacefully on, October 30, 2024, at Arbor Care in Fullerton, Nebraska.

She was born in Platteville, Wisconsin, on November 30, 1944, to Leland and Helen (Bradbury) Donahoe and grew up in Madison, Wisconsin. She graduated from Madison East High School in 1962 and went on to receive a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin- Madison. She continued her education later in life pursuing a master's degree in textiles and design at the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. She met Leslie Lane in Madison, and they married in 1966. Janie briefly worked as a social worker there. They welcomed their son, Nathan, in 1971 before moving to Norwich, England for several years. When they returned to the states, Janie and her family made their home in Lincoln, Nebraska, where she resided until the time of her illness.

Janie was a very loving mother, sister and friend. She will be greatly missed and remembered as a creative, hard-working woman who used her talents as the owner of two antique stores and a costume business in Lincoln. She had an amazing eye for design which served her well on frequent explorations of estate and garage sales. She loved finding treasures to share with others.

As a fan of British culture, she spent many happy hours watching British shows and series on PBS. She was a reader and had an extensive book collection. She appreciated theater especially the aspects of set design and costumes.

Janie is survived by her grandson, Peter Lane, and her daughter-in-law Sara Michael, both of Virginia, her stepmother, Shirley Donahoe of Madison, Wisconsin, and two sisters: Mary Tael of San Diego, California and Susan Miller of Waupun, Wisconsin.

She was preceded in death by her son Nathan.

Janie had a strong Catholic faith which sustained her during difficult times.Her prayer life included frequent visits to the "Pink Sisters" chapel. A private family service will be held in Madison, Wisconsin, on a date to be determined.

Condolences may be sent for the family to Susan Miller, 307 Park Ave., Waupun, WI 53963.