Dane Hayden Touma, 52, formerly of Niagara Falls, NY died on Monday, May 20, 2013 in Hudson, FL, after a battle with brain cancer. Born in Niagara Falls, NY, he was the son of Jean (Noble) Touma of Niagara Falls, NY and the late Dr. Gamil A. Touma, D.D.S.

In addition to his mother, Dane is survived by his longtime girlfriend and the love of his life, Barbara Osterman of Hudson, FL; his beloved son, Chase Touma of Hudson, FL; two brothers, Marc A. Touma and Craig N. (Hon. Diane L. Vitello) Touma, Esq., both of Niagara Falls, NY; one nephew, Luke H. Touma and several aunts, uncles and cousins.

Dane attended local schools. He later moved to Florida and lived in the Greater Tampa area for the past twenty years where he worked in the car business.

Dane leaves us with many vivid memories. Those stories have been fondly told and re-told by his many friends and family members and will continue to be told for decades to come.

Dane was known for many things: his creative driving skills, living life on his own terms and spicing up an ordinary day. One thing he was not: a follower.

He was a man of mystery who, when younger, broke more than a few ladies' hearts. One might initially describe him as a character but it would be more accurate to describe him as deeply interesting but the opposite of colorful. The world is a little more boring without Dane among us.

There will be no prior visitation or funeral services. If desired, donations in Dane's memory may be made to his 14-year-old son with memorials payable to "Barbara Osterman" and mailed to Craig N. Touma, Esq., 800 Main St., Suite 4C, Niagara Falls, New York 14301. Visit www.niagara-gazette.com/obituaries or www.mjcoluccifuneralchapel.com for online guest register.