Stephen Curtis Lane

October 16, 1948 - December 30, 2020

Stephen Curtis Lane passed away on December 30, 2020. He was born on October 16, 1948, in California to Robert and Mildred (Krugman) Lane. Stephen was the middle son of three brothers, and grew up in California with countless cousins and extended family members. Although Stephen had learning disabilities, he was able to lead a fulfilling life. His first job was at JC Penney in California, and he worked for many years at the Library Lounge and Denny’s in Grand Island, Nebraska. Friends and family were a central part of his life. Stephen lived with his mother for many years in Victorville, California where he married his wife Sharon (Berglund) in 1988. Eventually, they moved to Grand Island, Nebraska to be closer to family. Stephen was well-known and loved in Grand Island for his friendly nature and sense of humor. He looked forward to weekly pie dates with his cousins, visiting his friends at Whitey’s, and celebrating holidays with family out of state. At a young age Stephen developed a love for God that would follow him through his 72 years of life. He was baptized in 1948 and attended Peace Lutheran Church in Grand Island where he was a very active member including serving as an usher each week. Stephen will be missed by so many. His passing leaves a hole in the hearts of his friends, family, and caregivers. If you knew him, you knew you were his favorite. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations to Special Olympics Nebraska, an organization that was close to Stephen’s heart as an athlete even in the last few years. A memorial service will be held in Stephen’s honor this summer at Peace Lutheran Church. For more information as it comes available, or if you would like to share a photo or memory, email [email protected]