Jane Marie Smith
Sunday, January 24, 1965
Date of Death:
Sunday, January 20, 2019
Age:
53 years old
Sunday, January 24, 1965
Date of Death:
Sunday, January 20, 2019
Age:
53 years old
Sunday, January 24, 1965
Date of Death:
Sunday, January 20, 2019
Age:
53 years old
Jane Marie Smith
Jane Marie Smith, age 53 of Rochester, MN, passed away on Sunday, January 20, 2019 losing her courageous battle with depression.
She was born January 24, 1965 in Osage, IA to Gerwin and Florence Smith. She was raised and enjoyed her childhood growing up on the family farm near Meyer, IA.
Jane attended St. Ansgar, IA Community Schools where she enjoyed spending time with many friends and being co-captain of the cheerleading squad. Upon graduation from high school, she attended Rochester Technical College, receiving a Mayo Clinic scholarship to do so. Jane studied to be a Human Services Technician. After earning her degree, she worked with disabled adults at REM-Inc. Eventually she moved to Des Moines where she worked as a mental health technician. Jane loved children and had a desire for travel. This love and passion brought her to Scotland & the East Coast, working as a nanny. Jane also worked for the Salvation Army and most recently was at Hawthorne School in Rochester where she cared for infants so their mothers could complete their high school education. Jane spent her life caring for those less fortunate than her.
In her many travel adventures, Jane spent time in England, Scotland, France, Hawaii, Texas, Florida, New Jersey and even watched the ball drop on New Year’s Eve one year while in New York City.
Jane will be remembered for her kindness. She loved providing toys & necessities for any classroom, particularly her sister Anne’s. Jane truly loved birthday celebrations, sporting & musical events involving her much loved and adored niece and nephew. Jane honored and loved her aging parents, assisting tirelessly with daily life schedules. Most of all, Jane will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Jane is survived by her parents, Gerwin and Florence Smith; a sister, Anne Yamriska (Jerry); and two brothers, Gary Smith and Robert Smith (Mina). She is also survived by her much-loved niece, Emily Smith; and her nephew, Zachary Smith.
Jane’s memorial Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 9th in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home in Rochester, MN with Rev. Thomas Loomis officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Lunch will follow.
Memorials made in honor of Jane may be directed to the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill (NAMI-Southeast Minnesota).
Condolences
The family of Jane Marie Smith has received the following condolences.
I did not know Jane, but she sounds like a gentle soul and good person. I'm sorry to hear that she suffered with depression. I can strongly relate to this.
May God grant your family a sense of peace during this difficult loss. I have so many fond memories of Jane... “playing school” together, taking Jane “Up North” on vacation, taking over the nanny job for her in New Jersey and spending time with her there, and the sweet little trinkets she would find at The Salvation Army~ always thinking of other people. I will also always remember the dogs she had and riding bikes around the “pigtail”. So many great memories being cousins.
with sincere sympathy,
Sherry and family
Anyone that has known Jane has been touched by her sweet, sweet smile. Jane and I graduated together and shared the sidelines of the football field cheering our saints to victory. I am deeply saddened. My thoughts and prayers go out to Jane's family.
Our deepest sympathies to the family. Jane was such a beautiful person with even a more beautiful heart. I hope you find comfort in her memories. Sending big hugs to you Bob, Mina, Emily and Zach. Love to you all. God bless, Pat & Susie.
So sorry to read this news. I have many happy memories with Jane when we were Saints cheerleaders.
I am deeply saddened to hear of Jane’s passing. She and I went thru school together and graduated together! She was always so sweet and kind and had such a sweet smile! I haven’t seen her since graduation in 1983 but I have never forgotten her! Rest In Peace sweet friend!
Dear Smith family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thought and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I will hold Jane in my heart forever.
my thoughts and prayers are with the family sorry to hear about the loss she was a very sweet lady also a co worker gonna miss her very much also
Dear Smith Family,
Heartfelt sympathies at the news of Jane's passing. I'm so sorry and truly hope the good memories of Jane and the good times will help ease the grief over time. My memories of times shared together during high school are so good. She always had a smile for me whether it was in the hall at school or at a party. Hugs and prayers to you.
Anne Edgington McMillan
I was so saddened to hear of Jane's passing. Growing up we had many good times together. I had always hoped to see her and have a nice visit. Prayers for you all in this difficult time.
Jane had the kindest soul of anyone I've met. Always offered me a smile, and had a unique sense of calm and peace when I was around her. Thoughts and prayers to all of Jane's family and friends.
We are so sorry for your loss. Praying for peace for your family.
Praying for all of you at.this time. Love, Karen and Jeff Warren