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MARY JANE JACKSON
Mary Jane Jackson, 76, a retired school principal in Montgomery County died Wednesday, August 27, 2014 at her home in Silver Spring, MD, where she had lived for 30 years. She had worked at Stephen Knolls School in Wheaton, MD for 16 years, retiring as principal in 1998.Mrs. Jackson who specialized in teaching brain damaged children was the first woman president of the Wheaton-Kensington Rotary Club in 2001 and was a U.S. Fulbright lecturer on childhood retardation in Russia in 2002. She received a doctorate degree in education at George Washington University in 1977. A lifelong Catholic, Mrs. Jackson served as President of the Board of Education of the Archdiocese of Washington in 1985.She is survived by her husband, Robert, a retired reporter for the Los Angeles Times; three daughters, Julia Somers, Patricia Snowden and Margaret Tyler and two grandchildren, Kelsey and Drew Tyler. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, September 2, 2014 at 11 a.m. at St. John Evangelist Church in Silver Spring, Maryland. Graveside services immediately following at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation to be held the day before on Monday, September 1, 2014 at Collins Funeral Home in Silver Spring, MD from 2 to 4 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m.
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Kate Campion
September 16, 2014
Bob, we remember fondly Janie's energy, good cheer, and vision. Thank you for sharing the Camp Maria experience with us and God bless you as you honor Janie's memory. We are praying for you and your family.
Tina Williams
September 7, 2014
My sympathies to the family. Janie was a dear colleague, mentor and friend. It was truly an honor to have known her! Quite a special lady !
September 2, 2014
Bob, Mary Jo and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. I spent yesterday listening to tales of Cresco spent in the summer. Good memories make the sadness deeper but more bearable. Chuck and Mary Jo Horner
Michaela and Warren Donohue
September 2, 2014
Bob, Julie, Patti and Peggy,
I cannot tell you how sad I feel about the loss of your beloved wife and mother--and my friend. I am still in shock, as you must be. We just got back last night from Dublin, visiting Michael and Brian and their families and so are unable to be with you on this special day. California is sometimes too far from our friends!
We send much love and prayers. Michaela and Warren Donohue
Kitty Wach
September 2, 2014
Bob, Julie, Patti and Peggy:
Our own mom died just a few weeks ago, so we can imagine the loss you all are feeling now. Janie was indeed a beautiful, sparkling and quick-witted lady. She & Bob's friendshiop with our parents decades ago, with the Cana group, and Camp Maria. I got to know Janie through my friendship with Peggy at Visitation, and again later, as a parent of a child with disabilities, she was an interested and informative resource for me, and was always gracious and generous. My siblings join me in expressing our sympathy to all of you.
September 2, 2014
Dear Julie and Family, We are so very sorry for your loss and are sending you so much love, Carol, Gary, Lily & Kit
Jane McCarthy
September 1, 2014
Dear Bob, Julie, Patti and Peggy,
I will always remember Janie as such a wonderful neighbor and friend at Americana Finnmark. She gave me such comfort with her smile and positive outlook on life especially when I was in labor with my son Maury. She and Bob both came to the hospital with us and was truly my surrogate mother at that time and during the rest of the time we lived at Finnmark. Her spirit will always be with me,
September 1, 2014
Bob and family, knowing Janie and the family thru Camp Maria retreats was truly a blessing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of great sorrow. With deepest sympathy, Joe and Mary Market
September 1, 2014
Bob and Family -- It was a privilege to know Janie
August 31, 2014
Dear Bob, Julia, Patti, and Peggy,
With a heavy heart, we send our sympathy, prayers, and love.
Mitzie and Bob Vasey
Suzie Peters
August 31, 2014
Dear Bob, Julie, Patti, and Peggy, I will always have fond memories of your mom, not just as one of my mom's dearest friends, but as a friend who was always smiling, caring, and welcoming, especially to children. I remember visiting your home many times, as a child, and having so much fun with all of you, in the pool. I also remember your mom as a very intelligent woman. As I am now studying in an auditory developmental neuroscience lab, some of those memories come up even more frequently. Please know my prayers are with you and all others who were close to Janie, especially my mom. Love and peace,
Suzie Peters
Margareta & Ivo Dubois
August 31, 2014
We are with you in our thoughts and in our prayers. We are grateful for all Janie has given us in joy and friendship
Judith Pauley
August 30, 2014
Dear Bob, Julie, Patti and Peggy,
We are so sorry to hear about Janie's passing. We have many fond memories of her, working on PCM and the book, visiting with you in Florida at Isla Marada, and working at Trinity with her. We are in Michigan now and will be in Newport, RI, training Process on the 1st and 2nd otherwise we would be there with you. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Peggy Frattini
August 30, 2014
ALL MY LOVE TO THE FAMILY JANIE WAS A BEAUTIFUL PERSON THRU AND THRU ALWAYS ENJOYED BEING WITH HER OVER THE YEARS.COUSIN PEGGY FROM CALIF
Dianne Bradley
August 30, 2014
Janie was an integral part of the Council for Exceptional Children of Montgomery County where she served as president for several years. I also enjoyed working with her on Process Communication. She will be missed!
August 29, 2014
Dear Bob and family,
For these past 20 years, we have enjoyed Janie's insight in our movie group. We thank you for including us in your family celebrations. Now we send our condolences to all of you. Here's to Janie for a life well lived. Wayne and Bonnie Marsden
Jim and Pat Selvaggi
August 29, 2014
Bob,Julie, Patti,Peggy
Your Janie was spouse and mother to you all, and our lifelong dear friend since high school and college days. She is in our memories always.
George Haris
August 29, 2014
Bob, can't express my deep feelings for you and your family. I cherish the fond memories of Janie's ever present smile and sparkling attitude.
Nancy Brown
August 29, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family. Janie was a beautiful person and I will miss her.
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