Phillip Barton "Bart" Lane

Phillip Barton "Bart" Lane, a dedicated electrical engineer whose career was marked by his expertise in the oil and gas industry, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2026, in Bellville, Texas. Born on June 17, 1957, in Lake Worth, Texas, Bart’s life was shaped by both his professional achievements and his heartfelt commitment to family and personal passions.

Bart was the cherished son of Bobbie Rue and Mary Etta Harrison Lane. He attended school locally and graduated from high school before embarking on a career path that would see him become a respected figure in his field. Over the years, his work as an electrical engineer contributed significantly to various projects within the oil and gas industry, earning him recognition among peers and colleagues alike.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Bart was a man deeply connected to the land and to the mechanical world. He found great joy in tending to his cattle, a reflection of his love for nature and rural life. His knack for tinkering with electronics and building and rebuilding machinery was well known among friends and family, revealing a creative and hands-on spirit that saw him engaged with the workings of tractors and other equipment that he so enjoyed riding and maintaining.

Bart’s family was a cornerstone of his life. He is lovingly remembered by his mother, Mary Lane, and his brother Johnny Lane. His nieces, Wendy Guise and Hillary Lane, also carry fond memories of his warmth and presence. Bart’s life was also framed by the enduring memories of his late father, Bobbie Lane, and his late brother, Michael Lane, whose legacies remain important to those who knew them.

Phillip Barton "Bart" Lane’s life was a blend of professional dedication, personal passion, and family devotion. His legacy will continue through the lives of those he touched, marked by his quiet strength, inventive mind, and the sincere affection he held for his loved ones.

He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered in Bellville, Texas, and beyond by all who had the privilege of knowing him.