Chad Ashley Lane was a force to be reckoned with. Born on December 12, 1971, he met challenge after challenge, yet did not stop trying to be more than they said he would ever be. They said he would never walk, but he did. They said he would never talk, but he did. They said he would not have a full life, but he did! He learned to spell, count, and run even when the odds were not in his favor. He could quote numerous Bible verses and prayed with complete trust that God was hearing him. Chad was funny, witty, and did not hold back his opinion. He could communicate in ways most only wish they could. Chad loved well and was also loved well. He loved his mom the most and preferred her over all others. Their bond was unbreakable.
Chad Ashley Lane stepped into eternity and into the arms of Jesus on Friday, April 23, 2026. He spoke often of the Lamb’s Book of Life and made sure his name was written in it. He lived with confidence in the fact that his time on earth was temporary and that someday he would get to go to his forever home where he would see Jesus and experience the fullness of His promises. We can only imagine the things he now sees and experiences, but maybe a big banner was hung that said, “Welcome home, Chad, Welcome HOME!”
Chad Lane is survived by his mother Carolyn Lane, brother Cameron Lane (Krista Lane), brother Clark Lane, sister Courtney Lane ( Gregory Greenich), three nephews, four nieces and seven great nieces and nephews.
Chad was preceded in death by his father Collins Lane.
A Celebration of Chad’s life will be held Monday, April 27, at Connect Church in Russellville at 6 PM. A graveside service will be held Saturday, May 2, at the Hon Cemetery in Hon, Arkansas at 11 AM. Arrangements are being entrusted to the Heritage Memorial Funeral Home in Waldron, Arkansas.In lieu of flowers the family request contributions be made to Gideon’s International.
