Kendra Javonne' Lane, age 36, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, June 7, 2026. She was born December 20, 1989 in Xenia, the daughter of Roxanne Dixon and the late Louis Leroy Lane III.

In addition to her father, Kendra was preceded in death by her grandparents: Mary Ann Simmons, Mary Evelyn and William Bates and Glenda Lane; half-brother: Lance Ford; Aunt: Bonnie Davis; Uncle: Leo Bates; and cousin: Kelli Bates.

Kendra is survived by her son: Ja'Shaun Talley; brother: DeAndre (Stevie) Lane; nieces and nephews: DeAndre Jr., Braxton and Aundraya Lane; mother: Roxanne Dixon; grandfather: Martin Simmons; half-siblings: Erica Lane, Dejah Johnson, Deven Lane, and Ciera Lane; Aunts and Uncles: Karen Dixon-Mikel (Scott); Brian (Leslie) Dixon; Larry Davis, Sr. and Teresa Lane Nooks (Kenneth); cousins: Talicia Dixon, Rondale Lovett, Jr.; Brian M. (Ashley Longshaw) Dixon, Brian Dixon Jr., Laiylah, Marco and Kyren Dixon; Krystle Davis (Joshua Fraley Sr.) Joshua Fraley Jr., Josiah and Kalli Fraley; Kenzie Davis; Kenzlee Davis and Bubby Alston; Brian L. Dixon, Jr., Brylee, Kyra, Noelani Dixon, Carissa Mitchell and Marcus Ashley, Cathy Davis, Darious Bruce, Lameka Dunbar, Tiara Dunbar and Akera Nooks; as well as numerous other cousins and relatives. She also leaves behind close friends: Shelbie Azbill and Tristan Miller and their families; and many other friends.

Kendra graduated from Xenia High School, Class of 2009. She was currently employed with CVP Physicians in Beavercreek. She was the life of the party, always finding a way to have fun and dance. She was an avid Steelers Fan. She was infatuated with wild animals. Her biggest joy in life and greatest accomplishment was being Ja'Shaun's mother. She loved her entire family fiercely and served as the family protector. Kendra and her mother were best friends and protectors of each other. She was a gentle kind soul, full of life and love and her big smile and bright light will be missed.

Services will be held 12 Noon Tuesday, June 16 at Middle Run Baptist Church. Visitation will begin at 11 AM Tuesday until the time of service at the church. Burial to follow in Clifton Cemetery.