CARTHAGE — Ricky L. Lane, 38, Raleigh, N.C., formerly of Carthage, died Thursday at a hospital in Raleigh. He had been ill with melanoma.

A memorial service will be at later date. Arrangements are being handled by the family. For information, contact his sister, Tammy Burkard at tambob@verizon.net.

The body will be cremated. Burial will be in Cedar Grove Cemetery, Chaumont. Cremation arrangements are with Professional Mortuary, Durham, N.C.