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Jane George Obituary
She is survived by her daughter, Sara (Stockstill) Lekas and her husband Daniel; her granddaughter, Jessica Stockstill; and several loving cousins, extended family, and close friends. One brother, Milton G. Wilson predeceased her.
Jane was the daughter of Thomas and Sarah Wilson. Her father was an exceptional concert pianist and her mother was an Opera singer. She was born and grew-up in Toledo, Ohio in an intellectual, musical, and inventive family. Jane graduated from both the University of Toledo and Radcliffe University. Education and music were always very important in Jane's life and she was an accomplished professor and songwriter. Jane taught in Florida and Massachusetts and eventually settled in Worcester and taught English at Quinsigamond Community College where she became professor Emeritus. She continued her love of music throughout her life in her songwriting and was on the board of directors for Opera Worcester.
Calling hours will be held at the Caswell-King Funeral Home, 474 Grove Street, Worcester on Monday, June 30, from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. There will be a graveside funeral in Ft. Lauderdale, FL at the Lauderdale Memorial Park on Thursday, July 3, at 1 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jane George
Linda Lapensee
July 3, 2008
Jane I will miss you a lot. You were one of my best friends. Even though I am only 12 and by the way my name is Brianna.. You have always made me laugh. It's sad to know you are not in my life day to day. Though i will always no you are right by my side. I'm glade you are in a better place.. but i wish you could have stayed a little longer. Also you were a wonderful teacher my mom said. We will all miss you.... love from close to the heart; Brianna, Linda, Phil, Bill, Kriss, Maggie!
P.S: you will always have that special place right in all of our hearts rest in piece our dear friend!
Carl Sundell
June 30, 2008
Jane was a loyal comrade to me during difficult times of my life at the college where we taught. I'll always remember her fondly for her kindness and sense of humor. She will be greatly missed. Requiescat in pace.
Congressman Jim & Lisa McGovern
June 30, 2008
We send our deepest sympathies at this most difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy Brown
June 30, 2008
Dear Sarah and Jess,
Certainly there will never be another...Jane was a dear friend to Aunty Bunny and through the years they were the best of friends. I know that losing Bunny was difficult for her as it was for me and it meant so much to me that she would call and "check on" me periodically. Her full of life attitude came through loud and clear. Sleep well Jane
Kathryn Johnson
June 29, 2008
The first time Jessica's grandma called our dormroom in college after midnight, I knew she was special. She was out galavanting around Boston and having more fun at 78 and 79 years old, than her granddaughter and I were at 18 and 19!!! After meeting her a few times in person, and conversing with her MANY times over the phone-before handing the phone over to Jess that is- it quickly became apparent that Jane was caring, funny, wonderful, TALKATIVE and full of life. She had a heart of gold, and she will be missed dearly.
Erin Lemovitz
June 29, 2008
Jane was the best neighbor i have ever had. I moved in next to her less than 2 years ago and she welcomed me with open arms. she would always check on me and my son here there just to make sure we were ok. i absolutely loved her. she will be miss.
Dorothy Buduo, Aide to Congressman McGovern
June 29, 2008
I will always remember Jane fondly. She would check in with me often to say hello and to encourage us to 'keep up the good work'. She was a lovely lady.
Paul Danahy
June 28, 2008
From a Former QCC student.Thanks for giving me the encouragement and making me feel good about my writing ability.I've carried that with me my entire life!A very Special teacher!
Ursula Shea
June 28, 2008
As a alumnus of QCC I968, I was most fortunate to have Jane as an English professor. She was a very bright, warm and enthusiastic teacher who took a sincere interest in her students. I treasure some of our memories.
Eric Radzik
June 28, 2008
My thoughts are with you. I knew Ms George as a neighbor when she lived on Ivanhoe Road. As I lived on Hadwen Lane. I remember how much I was awe as she owned a Mustang I beleive and was Olive green... I remember helping her many winters shoveling out her car with her... Ms George was a great neighbor she will be missed by all the lives she touched.
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