Elizabeth Ann Bane (1916-2024)

It is with heavy hearts and sorrow that we sadly announce that Elizabeth Ann Bane passed away on October 16, 2024 after a brief illness just days short of her 98th Birthday (October 28th). Her sons were at her side each holding a hand as she quietly and with dignity departed this worldly life. She was born and raised in Philadelphia, PA. While serving as a USO member during WW II, she met her future husband Marine Sargent William F. Bane. They were married April 26th, 1947. After William finished his enlistment, they moved to Indianapolis which was William’s hometown. Together with her front line work and later behind the scenes guidance, the Company morphed into Bane-Clene® Corp., a multi million dollar international company. Even after William’s passing in 2014, her involvement and passion for the business did not wane. She was a member of several philanthropic organizations including a Service Sorority. She was also a charter member of The Indianapolis Zoo. She enjoyed traveling and spending time at their condo in Treasure Island, FL. However, her true love was their home and the 5 acres of land of which a large portion of is a nature preserve for many species of animals. Her love for her furry friends and “critters” was second to her love for her family. At her passing, 20 feral cats call her land their home. Truly a matriarch in every sense of the word. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. However, they are in possession of a multitude of wonderful memories of a truly loving and proud Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great-Grandmother. GOD BLESS HER