Sarah E. Croan

Sarah E. Croan, age 79, of Lane, Kansas passed away at her home surrounded by those she loved on October 16, 2024.

She was born on December 27, 1944, to Emil and Virginia (Moyer) Young in Fort Scott, Kansas.

On August 3, 1961, she married John Croan. Sarah and John lived in Lane for 60 years. This is where they would raise their three daughters.

She was a member of the Lane Methodist Church and the Ruritan Club. Sarah enjoyed spending her time dancing, knitting, community service with the Ruritan Club and Harvesters, reading, and playing cards. She was one of the first women volunteer firefighters in Lane. Most of all, she loved being with her grandchildren.

Sarah is survived by her husband, John of 63 years, daughter, Nancy Coulbourn, daughter, Jonna Reed (Bill), daughter, Cindy Croan. As well as grandchildren, Crystal, Trent, Beth (Matt), Ashley, John (Jade), Kasey, Abby, Ben, and great-grandchildren, Reed, Logan, William, Caroline, Conner.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, Pat, brother, Raymond Young, brother, Gary Young, brother, Bob Young, sister, Cathy, sister, Donna, and granddaughter, Michelle Santerle.

A graveside funeral ceremony will take place on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at Lane Cemetery beginning at 11:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society c/o Dengel & Son Mortuary-Paola Chapel 305 N. Pearl St. Paola, KS 66071.

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