My dear Uncle Willie Lane and Auntie Aline’s home burned down early on the morning of March 19th. Thank the Creator, they escaped the flames with their lives and second degree burns. Lifetimes of memories, cultural treasures, the smoke house (where my Uncle traditionally smokes salmon), their car, tools, clothes and their livelihoods went up in flames.

If you know Aline and Willie, you know they are in service to the community, exponentially generous, kind and loving, dedicated to helping people heal on their paths to wellness. Any offering you can make so they can purchase a new home and get on their feet again, would not only support them but benefit the entire community.

They have their lives and the clothes on their back. They lost everything else, including Aline’s car. If you’d like to donate clothing items, old cell phones, a car, other necessities you can drop them at the Lane Family Home at 2877 Lummi Shore Rd.

Hy’shqe si’am! Our family feels so grateful Willie and Aline are safe and know that together we can help them rebuild their lives. Thank you for your generosity and support.

Temryss and the Lane Family

Marvin J is dedicating his April 21st show to help the family.

Dear Ol’ Pals, “The Right To Sing The Blues”, (Which He Truly Loves!:), Has Presented It’s Ugly Side Into The Lives Of My Dear Friends! Sadly, Willie & Aline Lane Got 2nd Degree Burns And Had Their Home, Business, Precious Native Artwork, Hats & Feathers, Car, And Other Worldy Possessions Vanish In A Fire! (He Saved The Dog, But Not His Shoes!) I Have Therefore Decided To Make My April 21st Celebration Of My 40 Years Of Recovery @ “The New Prospect Theatre” From 2-6pm In Their Honor! In The Native Tradition, We Will Go Around The Room With A Pendleton Blanket So That You Can Toss Any Cash You Wish To Contribute For Their Recovery  Into It! (To Show That “We Always Want A Helping Hand To Be There”!:) Thanks Again For Joinin’ Us To Celebrate “My Sober Musical Life”! I’m Gonna’ Be “Playin With My Friends”! Luvluvluv, Marvin J & Lynn C. (P.S.- “Never Trust A Man Who Doesn’t Drink”!:) Ha! (“1-2, Ya’ll Know What Ta’ Do”!:)Lalala