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Jane Hacker Reed passed away on May 25, 2016.
She was born in Painesville on May 5, 1937. She was a 1955 graduate of Riverside High School, a 1959 graduate of Kent State University, and a 1988 MBA graduate of Mount St. Joseph College.
Jane celebrated 57 years of marriage with John S. Reed; mother of Hallie (Bryon) Bodiford, and David (Stacey); grandchildren, Daniel, Matthew, and Lauren.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents Ruth and Leonard Hacker and sister, Ruth Davis.
Jane began her teaching career in Anaheim, Calif. She was an elementary teacher most of her life, with the majority of her time spent at Melridge Elementary School in Painesville Twp.
Jane and John enjoyed traveling to many places in the world. One of her favorite trips was a safari in Africa. She was an avid reader, a passion she brought to many volunteer projects including a summer book bag reading program through Morley Library. After retirement she was a reading tutor in Painesville City Schools and in Florida. She was a volunteer at Lake Health Hospital System and was member of the Western Reserve Junior Service League.
Visitation is Friday, May 27, 2016 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Johnson Funeral Home, 368 Mentor Ave., Painesville, OH (opposite Lake Erie College).
Funeral service will be Saturday, May 28th at Noon at Painesville United Methodist Church, 71 N. Park Pl, Painesville, Ohio 44077. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery.
Jane once stated she would like to be remembered as a wife, mother, and friend. She will also be remembered as a lady petite in size, and large with personality and grace.
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Sorry for your loss, I have fond memories of her hanging around with Dave R. when we were kids. Dave K.
June 13, 2016
Sorry to hear about your loss Hallie...I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.....Eliana
May 31, 2016
My Aunt Jane was a very important part of my life. Her poise and grace will be forever remembered. I do think it was she who persuaded my parents it was "ok" for jeans to be worn in school. I love her.
Molly Reed
May 27, 2016
I was sorry to learn of the passing of Mrs. Reed. I remember her as my daughter's second grade teacher (1992-1993). She was always so pleasant when she greeted anyone, and she was a very excellent teacher, very patient. My prayers are with your family as you grieve your loss. Heaven has gained another angel.
A Melridge mom
May 27, 2016
I am there in spirit with
my wonderful friend, will
miss her
nancy polk
May 27, 2016
John and children, I am so sorry that you have lost your wife and mother. I pray you will have peace and comfort as you grieve her death. You have grieved the person she once was and now you will experience the pain of knowing she has physically left your lives. Her memories will live on in you and I would expect that the joy she gave you will linger in your hearts. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joan Jenkins
joan jenkins
May 27, 2016
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