Our father,father-in-law, grampa, brother, uncle and friend left this world to be with his Lord and Saviour the evening of Saturday May 29, 2021.
He was a kind and gentle soul who never let go of his faith in God, reading his Bible and praying. Though life dealt him many hardships he was never one to complain and always seen the bright side of the coin.
He was born on a very cold night in Butte , Montana, March 17th, 1938, to Joseph and Lucille (Beghtol) Lane. He was the 2nd of six children, the only son.
His sisters are Betty(Carl)Mattix of Tx. Jackie Hollifield of Tx. Rachel(Richard)Brown of Az. Sandy(Ron)Echelberger of Az. Sister Marilyn was on his welcoming committee in Heaven.
On December 17th,1960 Richard married Sheila Idelle Burns and of that union His 7 greatest blessings in life were brought forth,(they later divorced) ;Brenda Conner of Butte, Diane(Skip)Snyder of Butte, Lois(Joe)Henricks, Of Ca. , Philip Lane (who went to Heaven at the age of 3 months in 1966, but we are sure led the welcoming committee for him as he entered through those pearly gates) Carla (Russell)Smith of Mo. Kevin Lane of Butte , Kenneth(Regina)Lane of Opportunity.
17 grandchildren. Misty,Brandon,Natosha,Jacob,Sasha,Pancho,Kendra,Tonya,Amanda Joyce,Savanna,Carsten,Kody,Dyllan,Chessie,Brittney,Amanda Diane and Alexis.
He had 19 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren.
He had many cousins,nieces,nephews and friends who meant the world to him. And many many who have gone before him.
He was struck with the Polio Virus at 18 months of age and it afflicted him up to the very end.
He was a author of books,music,poems and educational pieces on the Bible. He was a master copywriter and had many things copy written. He received his high school diploma in 1997 and received a Ministerial degree at the age of 73.
He loved to learn, was self taught and he loved to fellowship.
He lived a rich life despite the obstacles.
He died on his own terms,in his own home, with those who loved him surrounding him with song,scriptures and words of love and support.
Until we meet again Dad.
Services will be on July 31st , 2021 at 2 with a picnic prior at 1 p.m. at Homestake Lake per his wish And his wish when all his children can be present.
Please visit below to offer a condolence or share a memory of Richard.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Richard and his family.
Ronald and Tina Yubeta says
May the Lord be with ye, every step of the way.
Misty says
Gramps used to take my little brother, Brandon, and I, on walks and lunch at the salvation army when we were little. We would spend the night, even though he was our neighbor. He was one of the influential men in my life.
Sandy Echelbarger says
Richard was my one and only brother. He never let go of his faith. He had lived with me and my husband at times and we had wonderful talks and times of prayer and singing together. I will miss him here on earth and the phone conversations we had. But at peace that he has walked through the pearly Gates.
Bob Pidgeon says
Richards passing really saddens me. I was a very, very good friend to him and him to me. He had his comical sides. He taught me about copyrighting and and how to write a song without an instrument he said that everybody has an instrument and they don’t even know it. The whistler he said! Tou can write the words and create the tune with your whistle. He helped me so much in that way. He always asked for forgiveness if he thought he offended you. For a long time i wasn’t able to visit him because i was taking care of my mother who passed away. But, the times we had together where very enjoyable fir him and for me. I didn’t know how sick he was at the last part of his life. I didn’t know that he had passed away but Misty was kind enough to call my sister and let me know that he had passed away; thank you so much Misty. He was my very best friend that i have always held him in such high regard. I will miss my friend.
LeeRoy DeJohn says
I was sorry to hear of Richards passing. I met Richard at The Belmont Senior center, Richard was always so kind and always had a smile on his face. Richard was always so thoughtful never had a bad word to say and was always a kind and giving person.
My thoughts are with his family, if there is anything I can do for you PLEASE, let me know, I know. Richard, thank you for all you have done, may the angels carry you through the pearly gates, and may you meet your family and rejoice
Rosie Walsh says
To Brenda, Diane, Lois, Carla, Kevin, Kenny and all of Richard’s family members: I never met your father (grandfather), but I do know all of his six children and some of his grandchildren and I am very sorry for your loss.
Rosemarie Clague Olney says
Diane and Skip, I am very sorry for the loss of your father. You and your family are in my prayers at this difficult time.
Barbara says
Prayers 🙏🙏🙏 for his entire family. It sound like he was a very kind faithful man. May God watch over each of you As you cope with this great lost.