Charles Lane

Charles L. Lane, 71, of Frankfort, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at his campsite at the Ross County Fair. He was born on Tuesday, May 6, 1952, in Chillicothe, the son of the late Leslie P. "Tag" and Jane Wright Lane.

He is survived by his two children: TC (Shannan) Lane and Jenny (Josh) Szatkowski all of Chillicothe, four grandchildren: Lauren, Drew and Luke Lane and Olive Szatkowski, his two sisters: Malinda (Larry) Tedrow of Oveido, FL and Sarah (Mike) Frary of Frankfort.

Charlie was a 1971 graduate of Adena High School. He was a US Army veteran having served during the Vietnam War. Charlie had been a long-time standardbred caretaker with the Ater Stables as well as a farmer. He was a member of the United States Trotting Association, the Ohio Harness Horseman's Association, and the Ohio Farm Bureau. Charlie was active in several veteran's organizations including American Legion Post 62, AmVets Post 4 the VFW Post 108 and the 40&8 in Chillicothe.

Charlie's family and friends are asked to attend his graveside service in Greenlawn Cemetery, Frankfort, on Monday, August 14, 2023, at 11 a.m. Craig Reichert will officiate the service. Military Honors will be accorded by the US Army and the Ross County Veterans Honor Guard. Following the service, he will be laid to rest beside his mom and dad. No calling hours will be held. The EBRIGHT FUNERAL HOME, Frankfort is serving the family. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the charity of one's choice or by supporting the students by contributing to a local scholarship.