Jane "JJ" Pettes

Jane Pettes Obituary

JJane Hope Pettes

Resident of Redwood Estates

Died Oct. 21 after an almost 11-year struggle with lung cancer. 'JJ' a 35-year Safeway worker, had been deli manager at the downtown Los Gatos store before retiring in 2000 and was a long-time resident of Redwood Estates. Her husband, Larry D. Pettes, and other family members invite her many friends to a celebration of her life at 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 20 at the Pavilion, 21450 Madrone Dr., Redwood Estates. Take Redwood Estates exit from Hwy 17 south and follow signs.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News/San Mateo County Times on Nov. 14, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Jane Pettes

9 Entries

Jane was a long time friend we went to Africa together she taught me so man Rene

November 13, 2020

Jane was a long time friend we went to Africa together she taught me so many beautiful things how to read clouds how to look at rocks find beauty in them she was one awesome lady I will never forget her

Rene Wagman

November 8, 2019

Jane was someone I will never forget we have so many memories together the time we went to Africa and the many places we saw together and everywhere we went she ended up with the name Chardonnay. For people who knew her theyll know why. When Larry would go on his trip with the guys hunting I would go over there and spend two or three days what fun so much laughter. She made me say things in a different way in a more colorful way like the clouds would lay on my front lawn and she would point out the great things that you can see in clouds I could go on and on. I miss her daily fortunately I was able to be with her through her illness but I wasnt there when she passed I was on the phone asking how she was and Larry turned to me and said she just passed. And I said jjane I will catch up with you later I will always miss your laughter and your smile❤

Nancy Legg

June 15, 2017

I met Janie in grammar school when we were each 11 years old. We were like sisters. I am now 76 years old and, while I have some wonderful friends, I have not met another soul mate like my Janie. I miss her all the time. I was the serious one and she was the "fun" one. She was there when I had my first kiss, first love, first job, first child. I will miss her spirit forever. She left us way, way too soon. Nance or Babe as she would call me. Nancy Cornish Legg

Kathy Mulder

November 21, 2010

Like many of Jjanes friends and family members,I was enchanted by her sensational sense of humor as well as her familiarity of ease with all walks of life. She never lost her inner child and fanciful gift of life or the way she approched each new challenge.
I was blessed by Jjane as a co-worker at Safeway,as managers of different departments. Jjane and I worked the same hours including sharing many of our lunch hours together. After working we at times would have a glass of wine as our reward for putting in 100% of physical hard labor and mental stress.
We shared shopping, sleepovers,events, secrets and some of the same friends.
The times you spent with Jjane in conversation was entertaining as the meals she would cook at her home. You never walked away hungry. As her motto was "More is Better".
Jjane collected the unusual anything from bargain first edition books to the simplicity of looking through color glass, because she liked the color it made the sky look.
If you ever felt different or a bit unusual and out of step with life. Its no wonder why Jjane called you friend and collected you. For this is who Jjane was and its what she loved and kept.
I'm a better person because I had a friend that loved me. Thank you Jjane, for the contribution you made in all of our lives... Love Kathy Mulder (FKA Warzek)

Rene Wagman

November 20, 2010

Dear Larry and Family members,I grieve with you.Jjane was my best friend as you know.She made me see simple things.the pictures in the clouds the beauty in sea glass, she had a child like enthusiasm to life.Stop and think of a special memory of Jjane she would want a smile on your face.Because we all have to live on but remember the simple things in life .Tell a loved one you love them.

Marie Facey

November 16, 2010

Dear Larry and family,Im so sorry for your loss,I have such wonderful memories of Jjane,She will forever be in my heart.My prays and thoughts to all.

Aleese Zehm

November 15, 2010

Dear Larry and family, I had no idea Jjane was waging such a battle. My heart is heavy with sorrow at her passing but light with such fantastic memories of such a wonderful woman. My thoughts are with you all~

Thom Taft

November 14, 2010

Hopie will be dearly missed by all who knew her. Her loving heart lives on in all of us.

Rose Hansen

November 14, 2010

Dear Larry,
I am so, so sad to hear that Jjane lost her battle on Oct 21. She was an amazing woman with such a strong will to live. May she rest in everlasting peace. May your beautiful memories keep her in your heart until the day you are reunited. God bless you Larry.

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