Lester Ira Kane 55 of Klinger, IA left this world Friday, March 1st, 2019. He was born January 6, 1964 the son of Roger and Beverly (Pine) Kane.
He graduated from Wapsie Valley High School in 1982. After graduation he joined the United States Army. He married and later divorced Lorrie Fecht they were blessed with one child Alyssa Kane. He shared the last 15 years with his life partner Shelbi Hickman and their pets in their home in Klinger. Les is survived by Shelbi, his daughter Alyssa Kane, Step-Grandchild Eli Farringer Hickman, his father, Roger Kane Fairbank, Siblings Victor (Jean) Kane of Oelwein, Dexter Kane of Troy Illinois and Trilby (Dan) Waschkat of Waverly. Nieces and Nephews Issac, Hallie, Tyler, Ciara, Spencer, Dori and Levi. He was preceded in death by his mother and his maternal and paternal grandparents.
He was employed at Eagle Tannery for many years until they closed. Les then furthered his education graduating with honors from Hawkeye Community College with an Associate’s Degree in Horticulture Science. Les was one of a kind and loved by all. His passion was working with the soil while tending to his numerous plants to construct his garden paradise. His yard was always masterfully decorated for the holidays especially Halloween. He deeply enjoyed caring for his pets and the love they returned to him. Les had a deep compassion for people, showing up when they were in need, willing to help however he could. Even if only by telling a story to make them laugh. He enjoyed nothing more then to spend time with family and friends and taking a picture so he could reminisce at a later date.
Come share your stories with family and friends at a Celebration of Life Open House on Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 4:00-8:00 pm at the Oran Community Center in Oran, IA.
Memorials can be directed to Shelbi Hickman, 2709 Reed Avenue, Readlyn, Iowa 50668.
Condolences for Lester Kane
Enjoyed working with Les at the tannery and at deers. Never a dull moment when he was around. Great guy. Rest In Peace buddy
Many prayers are with you all during these most difficult days. May memories of this special young man bring comfort and smiles of wonderful times shared.
In friendship and with deepest sympathy, we ask God to bless you all~~Ob and Dyette Molstre
So sorry for your lost. Les was a great guy. Always had a smile on his face.
There are no words that can ease the pain of loosing such a great guy. Les made everyone laugh and cared for his family deeply. Caring thoughts are sent your way.
CONDOLENCES to family and friends!
So sorry for your loss. Les was a great man and would do anything to help you. He will be greatly missed. Fly High
Les was a great guy, always was great to make everyone laugh. I didn’t know him for too long but can definitely say thats a good man gone way too soon. RIP man
So deeply sorry to my family that I will not be able to make it down to the Celebration of Life for Les. He has been on my mind it seems 24/7 this past week. I will hold my memories of him close… he always made me laugh! Hugs to everyone and sending one up for you Buddy!
Les was definitely one of a kind guy to know. I just ran into him at Menards around the holidays this winter. All of us that knew Les from the tannery will have a very good memories of him that we can never forget. He always made you laugh.
I worked with Les at the tannery. He was a very nice down to earth person with a big smile and heart. I know the tannery folks will sure miss him.
My condolences to the family of Lester. He indeed had a great smile. I hope you can find comfort and peace in the promise found in the Holy Scriptures of an earthly resurrection when we will be able to see our loved ones again. (John 5:28, 29)