Happy Bday Mom! We love you today, tomorrow and forever! 

Love-Tate, Keith, and Lester

Another year has passed as our memories of Connie and her grace endure in our hearts.

I'm still remembering and appreciating Connie and the wonderful Lane family gifts of love and wisdom in so many places and times over so many years.

I frequently think of Connie and the fun times we used to share. I always remember her in my prayers.  (The photo is of Connie practicing her belly dancing :) )

Dear Mom-

Was thinking alot about you today as i remember your passing to heaven 3 years ago today. Not a day goes by where i don't think of you in some way shape or form. I love you more than i can even imagine and it's as if you are still here with all of us again. I know i speak for Les, Keith, Dad, and Uncle Dennis when i say thank you for all of the precious memories that you gave us over the years. We love you and we will never forget you. Until we meet again, may you continue to be blessed and cared for by God. Thank you :)

Tate

Thinking of Aunt Connie. Dennis, Kay and I were remembering her in conversation last night over dinner. She is always with us in grace. I actually called her "Nana Connie" tonight--a combination of her and Nana Lane in my memory I suppose. Keith, Tate, Big and Little Lester my love and thoughts our with you on her birthday and always. Love, Deanna

Remembering my beautiful and wonderful grandmother on today. I miss her more and more each day, but I often smile when I think of her and remember her unwavering love.

Dennis and Kay hold you and all the Bernardos in our hearts. May good memories help us in our loss.

Happy Birthday Mom! I love you and miss you very much. So many people love you and remember you from over the years and though it's hard for me not to see you face to face to celebrate our birthday together, i know that you are in peace in heaven celebrating our special day with our lord and savior, and for that i am grateful. Always and forever i love you. Tate :)

Lester, Mr B, Tate & Keith. I am so sorry to just have learned of the passing of your mother.She was always a lady so gracious and pleasant. A gourmet cook and a connoissuer of good food, restaurants and the arts; a guru of vitamins, herbs and tea for healthy living. My prayers are with you.

Dear Lester my heart was broken when I heard of Connie death. I was truly blessed to have known her and worked with her at the P.O.. She was a woman with so much wisdom and poise. I will always remember  having lunch together, her sharing her recipes, and working together for so many years. She will surely be missed, my friend.

To the Bernardo Family:
May God bless, comfort and keep you during your hours of bereavement.

Lester, i was sadden by the passing of your mom. Although many of the people that worked at the P,O, are no longer here, the few like myself will miss her cheerful smile and that graceful walk of hers. My prayers are with you and your family. - Willa Stokes

When I look at my daughter Fela's face,
I see the beautiful poised dazzle of Aunt Connie,
I feel the fierce Lane blood in her spirit
Coursing through her
In the future
I see in her, the unforgettable grace and elegance
That Aunt Connie brought to our lives

I know your loving legacy will live through your beloved children and grandchildren generation after generation.

La Familia always meant a lot to Constance. It was a deep focus of her life. She raised three strong men, Lester, Keith and Leo. Each has gone forth to grow their own families and brought traditions of compassion and love to them. She will be missed and always will be a large part of both the Lane and Bernardo family.

The Bernardo family is in my prayers.
Keith you are the nicest guy and so much fun to be around. I'm sure your mother had a lot to do with you being such a great guy!
Love you guys.

Mom, what can I say. You are dearly missed more and more each day. The love and strength you gave us all we carry us through. As when we last spoke, I can't thank you and Dad enough for raising your son in both your images. He truly is a phenomenal husband and father. You will truly be missed <3

My dear Uncle Junie and dear cousins, I am truly sorry for the loss of Aunt Connie. The memories I have of her make me smile. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you and that you continue to remember all the happy times you had together.

LuvU -- See Stories.

Niccie

My dear Uncle Junnie and the best cousins ever, Lester, Keith and Tate. I mourn with you on the loss of your mother, Aunt Connie. I also rejoice in the memories and remember with you the joy she brought to our lives; whether it was a kind smile, good times and all her expressions of love. May God bring you comfort and peace at this time. With all my love, Vennie

Uncle Juny, Lester, Keith and Tate...my heart goes out to you. Your Mom loved you guys so much and there was power in that love. I always admired that she was very individual and marched to her own drummer. She loved trying new things and then sharing that experience with others. I pray that your memories fill your hearts with laughter and gladness.

So sorry for your loss. I only met Constance once. She and your dad took me out for sushi, (my first time having sushi). I was on a road trip from Meredith Manor with Leo (1989) and had stopped in New Jersey. She was a lovely woman. Praying for comfort for your family.

The feeling of loss we get
Some people don’t understand
Just to get one more day
When our parent walked this land
You and your mum where best of friends
Remember that’s what you told me
So speak like she’s still here
Tell your kids the stories
So don’t be ashamed
Because I am not
To talk about them
They gave us a lot

Life is but a stopping place,
A pause in what's to be,
A resting place along the road,
to sweet eternity.

From the beginning to the very end, mom you where our hero, our friend, our warrior, and the greatest inspiration that a family could have. We will cherish your memory forever. We love you and we miss you dearly. May God bless you for all of eternity.