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Tavon Matthew Lane

  • On July 22, 2022
  • 42 Comments

Tavon Matthew Lane, our beloved son, died suddenly and unexpectedly on Tuesday, July 19, 2022. He was 15 years old, and a student at Our Lady of the Sacred Heart (OLSH) High School. He was a graduate of St. Philip School and a member of St. Philip Roman Catholic Parish in Crafton. He is survived by his parents, Matthew and Lisa (Waskiewicz) Lane, of Pittsburgh; brother, Colby Lane; sister, Julia Lane; maternal grandparents, Edward and Ann Louise (Shubick) Waskiewicz; paternal grandparents, John and Bonnie (White) Lane; aunts and uncle, Rhonda Waskiewicz; Andrea (Lane) and Roy Pape; his loving cousins Ainsley Pape, Micah Pape, and Lucah Pape; and his dog, Blaze.

Tavon loved spending time with his family and friends, playing soccer and baseball, and enjoying everything that the outdoors had to offer. Even though he was a city kid, he found himself most at peace when he was in the woods – camping, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, and sitting by the campfire listening to music. He was adored and admired by his younger brother and sister, who he cherished with all of his heart.

His sweet infectious smile lit up rooms and warmed hearts. He brought out the best in everyone without even trying. He touched the hearts of so many. He was truly an angel who walked the earth.

He was love. He was kindness. He was compassion. He was laughter. Our love. Our life. Our Tavy. The world is not as bright without you. We will always love you, you are in our hearts forever!

Family and friends are welcome Monday, July 25, 2022 from 2-4 & 6-8 pm at Pittsburgh Cremation & Funeral Care, 5405 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks, PA 15136, 412-787-1800.  A Funeral Mass will be held on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 10 am at Saint Philip Roman Catholic Parish, 50 W Crafton Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15205. EVERYONE PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Tavon’s memory to The National Forest Foundation, https://www.nationalforests.org, Juvenille Diabetes Research Foundation, https://jdrf.org/ or Food Allergy Research and Education at https://www.foodallergy.org/.

Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com.
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42 Comments

The Jameyson Family
We are deeply saddened and sorry for your tremendous loss. We enjoyed getting to know Tavon last summer at the beach. He was a sweet and kind young man who proved to be a lasting friend for Taylor. He will be missed by many. Your family is in our prayers.
John Mullen
Matt, words can't express the sorrow I feel for you and your family. I wish that the great memories you shared with him will help you through these difficult times. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Mary Jo Dockman
Matt, I can't find the words to fully express how deeply sorry I am for you and your family at the sudden, unimaginable loss of your beautiful son, Tavon. He sounded like a beautiful child who was taken far too soon. My prayers are with you all during this incredibly difficult time.
Claudette Ellis
There are no words to describe the loss of a child. You all have our deepest sympathy🙏🏾
Heather Adams
I'm so sorry for your loss. Tavon was an amazing soul, and I am blessed to have known him for even a short time. My heart goes out to your family.
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