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Jane Ladner Obituary
Waynesville, NC
Jane Rutledge Ladner, age 71, of Waynesville, NC, left this earth to soar with God's angels on January 23, 2016. Jane was born to Martha Upchurch and James Madison Rutledge in Water Valley, MS. After graduating GHS in Greenwood, MS, she attended Delta State College until marriage. Jane was the loved and loving wife of Gerald Craig Ladner for fifty-two years, the caring mother of Gerald Craig Ladner, Jr. (d. 1968), Laura Katherine Ladner (Harwell) Jefferis, and Beth Ladner (d. 1991), and the doting grandmother "MamaJane" to Craig and Ellie Harwell. She is also survived by her sister, Ann Kyzar, nephew, James Kyzar, and niece, Sara Kyzar Cartee. Jane was a devoted follower of Christ, attending Providence (Presbyterian) Church, having served earlier as an Elder. Jane was an accomplished homemaker in Huntsville, AL; Cocoa Beach, FL; Slidell, LA; Cocoa, FL; and back to Huntsville, AL, raising her family while husband Gerry played with NASA rockets. They retired in 1997 to a log home in the Balsam Range of the Smoky Mountains for a bit of rest and relaxation and European travels.
A memorial service will be held January 26th Providence Church at 1:30pm. Interment will be at Maple Hill in Huntsville, AL at a later date.
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Laura Ladner Jefferis
February 6, 2016
I love you, Mama. Your beautiful smile and graceful presence will be with me each and every day. Our wonderful, precious memories remain alive in my heart and will carry me through until that glorious moment when we meet again.
Judith Styles
February 1, 2016
Gerry,
I was very saddened to read of Jane`s death. I so remember Paul and I enjoying your wonderful dinners and visits to our house. I last saw Jane at a Christian
conference in Guntersville. We had both lost sons. My prayers for your peace, comfort and sweet memories to heal your heart.
Judy Styles
January 28, 2016
Gerry, i'm so sorry. You have my prayers.
Mike Pessin
Pamula Martin-Crowe
January 28, 2016
Jane was a true warrior for the King. I enjoyed doing her hair and getting to know her not only as a client but also a friend. We hope that the coming days will be filled with peace and great memories of a great lady Pam and Peggy Martin of Salon212
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Martha Marsh
January 27, 2016
Gerry - sympathies on your great loss of a lovely lady.
Buddy and Carla Melton
January 27, 2016
Mr. Ladner,
We offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your wife, Jane. It was always a pleasure having you both join Balsam Range at the Colonial Concerts. Please know we will continue to have you in our thoughts. May God's blessings and peace be with you.
Steve Wofford
January 27, 2016
Gerry, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers in the coming days. Please take care, and my kindest personal regards.
Jennifer Elam
January 27, 2016
Laura and Gerry - I was so sorry to read of the world's loss in Jane's death. She was such a wonderful lady! Our prayer is that God will comfort all the family while He welcomes her home.
January 26, 2016
Wish i could be there with you. My deepest sympathies and love to you, your dad and family. Elle
January 26, 2016
May you find comfort from God
John
January 26, 2016
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. There is little that I can say or do to ease your pain and suffering. May knowing that you are in the thoughts and prayers of many, bring a measure of comfort. Life is so short and those we love are gone from our lives too quickly. God's promise to empty the grave in the near future is found at Hosea 13:14, may the God of loyal love comfort you during your time of sorrow.
Mack Alford
January 25, 2016
Gerry, I am saddened by your loss of Jane. As I looked through the pictures I saw what a lovely lady she was. And it made me remember and cherish more the long time Carmen and I have had together. You shared triumphs and tragedies and that is life; the life you shared together. Your family is in our prayers.
January 25, 2016
Jerry, We were so sorry to hear of Jane's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Betty Lou and Johnny Pike (Cordova, TN)
Leo Murphree Jr
January 25, 2016
Jerry and family, As I passed on to you in our last e-mail, you and Jane have always had a warm spot in my heart and have been very special people in my life.
I hope you will get to come back "home" to Greenwood before too long so we may share lots of good memories. You and Jane both have been "archived" in the Greenwood high School section of my museum.
Elizabeth Moore
January 25, 2016
Jerry, My deepest sympathy goes out to your and your daughter and grandchildren. Babbo
January 25, 2016
May you have comfort and support during your time of loss (Hebrews 13:5).
Garrett Funeral Home
January 26, 2016
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Ann Ward
January 24, 2016
Gerry and Laura, I'm so sorry for your loss! I will miss Jane very much as I always looked forward to our discussions as I cleaned.
Ron Morrow
January 24, 2016
Dear Gerry and family,
We are so very sorry to hear of Jane's passing. What an example of Christ's love Jane exhibited. We know there are no words or expressions of sympathy that will be suffice to ease your hurt. Our prayers are that our Lord will hold you in His arms and give you solace.
Ron and Audrey Morrow
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