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JANE M. SCHUSTER SWANTON - Jane M. (Bissonnette) Schuster, 52, a longtime resident of Swanton, died peacefully and surrounded by loving family and friends on Tuesday, Dec. 14, 2009, in the Northwestern Medical Center of St. Albans. Jane was born in Burlington on Aug. 8, 1957, the daughter of Theodore and Cecile (Corrigan) Bissonnette. She graduated from Winooski High School in 1976. On Oct. 9, 1981, Jane was married at St. Francis Xavier Church in Winooski to Kenneth R. Schuster. She was formerly employed at General Electric, and spent her time with works of charity, including volunteering at the St. Vincent De Paul Center for over 20 years. Jane enjoyed art and nature, but mostly spending time with her family. She loved her family! She is survived by her husband of 28 beautiful years, Kenneth; two sons, Nicholas Schuster and his wife Jodie, and Andrew Schuster; two grandchildren, Wyatt and Alanna; her parents, Ted and Cecile Bissonnette; six sisters and brothers, Mary Siple, Anne Kenny and husband Anthony, Mark Bissonnette and wife Debbie, Leon Bissonnette and wife Barb, Gail Boulerice, and Joan Bissonnette; her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Eleanor and Herman Schuster; her sister-in-law, Helen Lons and husband Daryle; and many nieces, nephews, and extended family. Visiting hours will be on Friday, Dec. 18, 2009 from 4 to 7 p.m. at the LaVigne Funeral Home, 132 Main St. in Winooski. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, Dec. 19 at 10 a.m. at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Winooski. Interment will follow at St. Francis Xavier Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 121 Connor Way, Williston, VT 05495 or to the St. Vincent De Paul Center, 3 St. Peter Street, Winooski, VT 05404.

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Published by The Burlington Free Press on Dec. 17, 2009.

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Bryan Johnson

June 9, 2025

Ken, sorry this is so late, very sorry to hear about Jane. This is Bryan Johnson

Nicholas Schuster

January 24, 2010

To my great mother, I just would like to say thank you for being you. You were the best mom Andy and I could have ask'ed for. You taught us so much but most of all you taught us how to LOVE. I will miss you but im glad you were our mom and that I had the chance to know you. I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU and i'll see you again some day

Ellie & Herm Schuster

December 31, 2009

December 30, 2009

Jane was loving wife and caring parent. Her children and their needs came first in her life. She was always giving without asking for acknowledgement or praise. Together, she and Ken brought up their children to respect other people and taught them manners, which is evident today. Jane loved little children and cared for several during her lifetime in addition to her own. She enjoyed the time with her sisters and made holidays special for her family. We are sure she will be missed by all the lives she touched.

December 31, 2009

December 31, 2009

Jane was loving wife and caring parent. Her children and their needs came first in her life. She was always giving without asking for acknowledgement or praise. Together, she and Ken brought up their children to respect other people and taught them manners, which is evident today. Jane loved little children and cared for several during her lifetime in addition to her own. She enjoyed the time with her sisters and made holidays special for her family. We are sure she will be missed by all the lives she touched.

Ellie and Herm Schuster

James Siple

December 29, 2009

To my aunt Jane, You perhaps were the best all around good person I ever met. You never seemed to complain and always smiled, well except if you lost at Monopoly, lol. I'm gonna really miss you. Knowing you were there with opens arms and heart everytime I visited made me feel like one of yours. You made everyone around you feel like they belonged to you as family, I thank you for that. I always looked forward to visiting you and Ken when I went up there and while growing up. The boys are like brothers to me. You did a darn good job with those two, even with the challenges of Ken's shananigan's. lol. But you loved the chellenge and knew how to handle Ken as well. I love you and miss you and I will see you again.

Sally Bissonnette

December 26, 2009

Merry X-Mass Jane,I miss you and love you very much.You are in a better place than we are.Please hug and kiss Misty Lee and my Dad for me.I have great memories of you and I growing up together.Thanks to you I have the strongest legs in Winooski, Riding you on the back of my bike up and down the hills. You are a beautiful person inside and out. You will be missed deeply.God didn't give me a sister,but he gave me you.We were always together if we were not people would worry about us, where is Jane or where is Sally? You and Ken did a great job with your boys,they know that they had the best. Until we meet again... your sister, Sally

December 26, 2009

Merry X-Mass Jane, I miss you, I know that you are in a better place than we are. Please take care of Misty for me,and kiss my dad for me.God didn't give me a sister, but he gave me you, and I cherished that every day.You are a beautiful person inside and out.Your smile would light up a room .I have happy memories of you and I growing up, We were always together, if we were not people would worry about us. Where is Jane Or where is Sally? Our hearts were always connected. You left a beautiful family behind, You and Ken did a great job with your boys.They know that they had the best. I love you Jane until we meet again,Your sister, Sally

Charlie and Maria King

December 22, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time. We were so sad to hear that this world lost such a beautiful person. I will always remember Jane with a smile on her face and the laughter we shared - Good times! Even though it has been a long time since we saw Jane, it seems like yesterday. I know that you will be missed Jane, by friends and family and those who might have crossed your path. God's blessings to the family. May He give you peace and sweet memories of Jane until we all meet again.

tony kenny

December 21, 2009

To my favorite sister in law, you aren't with us in body but you'll always be with us in spirit. I'll miss all the world saving talk over your famous coffee, the love you shared with everyone who asked but especially anne and I. God blessed you here, just think now your with Him forever! Jane pray for us as we continue are journey here give us a little nudge, if we start to go down, or just your smile and "coffee Tony"

Barbara and Leon Bissonnette

December 21, 2009

Dear Jane I always enjoyed the times we spent together. Playing in our pool ,going out to eat on Wednesdays. Even when we came home. You always made us welcome and would help getting the family together for a party. I know you loved your Husband and Children very much. You also would spread your love to all the neighborhood. We all were blessed to know you. May the Lord take you in his arms. I'd like to thank Ken, Andy and Nicholas for sharing your wife and mother with us for so many years. God bless you all.

Tammie Joe Craig

December 19, 2009

The memories that I have are all good. There was never a day that I saw Jane with out a smile on her face. I have known her since I was little playing out back in the sand pile with Andy and Nick. She is a great mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She is loved so much by Ethan and Colby everytime I was ever in Swanton with them they always say " we go to Jane's house." My fondest memory was Ethan's birthday part when she started a huge water gun fight which led to Brandy putting water guns in the goody bags for all the kids that will live on for years to come. I am very sad that she had to go so soon. I send my love to Ken, Andy and Nick. Also to the rest of the family. Her smile will forever be instilled in my heart. Jane thank you for being the amazing person you are you will be forever missed and loved.

Ken Schuster

December 18, 2009

To my love,you showed me so many things in life that I am sure I would not have seen,the extra love for little people,friends,most of all family.You tought us to take care of others in a way that was selfless and sharing. You were the sunshine on a gloomy day that lit up my life in ways I can't describe,and brought happiness to all around you. You were my BEST HALF,and I know in my heart that all that you did was for others and not yourself,Yet, you were happy to do it because it made you smile .I was happy to be part of your glorious life. Our two boys are proof of your kindness and love,because it is a perfect job in the works, I will do my best to continue your work in them and the little ones, because I know you will be smiling down on us. I thank you for 28 beautiful years with all of this,and NO regrets, whatso ever. GOD BLESS YOU JANE, and know I will someday bring your ring back to you, so we can finish what we started,together again.

Angela Phillip

December 18, 2009

I would like to convey my sincere condolences. I remember fond times in Highgate & Swanton coming to visit with mom (Gail) & Dad. Jane & Ken were always very caring, giving and humerous in nature; I was always at peace when in their presence. Although, I haven't seen her in some time she will be missed & forever loved!
Much love to all of you in this hard time!

December 18, 2009

Oma,
Thank you for being such a great grandma! We will miss you. We look forward to hearing stories about you as we grow up from grandpa and mommy and daddy and uncle andy and (aunt) Maria. we wish we could have had more time with you but we know that you will always watch over us.
Love Wyatt and Alanna

Jodie Schuster

December 18, 2009

Jane, you told me I was the daughter you had always wanted and I am so glad that I had the time with you that I did. From the very first time I meet you wyatt and I were welcomed. It didnt matter to you that he isnt nicks you gave him your whole heart, I can never thank you enough for that. We will always remember you, and the kidness you have shown us.
Love Jodie

Anne Kenny

December 17, 2009

Jane was my dearest sister and best of friend, whenever I needed her she was there for me and my family. She loved the Lord very much and she lived out her Catholic faith so beautifully. She always gave of herself to help others no matter how she felt, others came first it was her way of life. You could always find her in church on Sundays with some of the "boys" keeping them close to the Lord, that was important to her. Her favorite songs were Amazing Grace and How Great Thou Art why because she knew who she was and who God is. She was a great example of love. I have so many fond memories of her and I will miss her very dearly.

Maria LaRoche

December 17, 2009

Jane, I may not have known you as long as others but, my god I loved you just as much as everyone else. I enjoyed talking and laughing with you and sharing our diabetic stories. You have given me such a great man in my life Andrew is an amazing man. I want to thank you for everything you have done. You were a wonderful mother to your boys and wonderful wife to Ken. I hope to someday be as close as wonderful as you were. I do wish we could of spent more time together and we may of not been family or blood but I always considered you and all your family my family. I wanted to help you so much when I found out you were sick and I know you know that. Im sorry I couldnt of done more for you! Jane your so special to me in so many ways and I truely love you!!
"We are not bodies with spirits but that we are spirits with bodies" and now that your in heaven shining down on all of us may your beautiful spirit be free and may you sing with angels the harmony of your new life. Rest in peace Jane for what you have done on earth you deserve this new life. I love you so much and forever will miss you. Love Maria

Andrew schuster

December 17, 2009

My mom is the best lady mom women ever i love her so much for what she did for others such a big heart full to the top with just Love and Hope. she made us see the good when we couldn't see good give love to us when we couldn'd seem to find any love to give love back I LOVE YOU MOM and thank you for your family you gave us.

A Blessing from Heaven

December 17, 2009

The unexpected kindness from an unexpected place,
A hand outstretched in friendship, a smile on someone's face,
A word of understanding spoken in an hour of trial
Are unexpected miracles that make life more worthwhile---
We know not how it happened that in an hour of need
Somebody out of nowhere proved to be a friend indeed--
For God has many messengers we fail to recognize
But He sends hem when we need them for His ways are wondrous wise!
So keep looking for an "angel" and keep listening to hear---
For on life's busy crowded streets you will find God's presence near

Thank You Lord for giving us an Angel named Jane! Thank You, Thank You

Joan Bissonnette

December 17, 2009

Jane was my sister and best friends. We did most everything together. Time spend with Jane were the happiest of time, we went swimming, walks, rides, sliding together or with our family. We always said we raised our family together and even took care of our wonderful parents. People alway ask why I smile all the time. It's because of Jane and the good times we had. Life is Great! Thanks Jane See you in heaven. Love you and yours

Mom & Dad

December 17, 2009

I love you Jane, you are very special to Dad and I. You were always such a gentle and caring person. Thank you for all you did for us. You gave so much of yourself to make us feel safe and secure, may Our Good Lord hold you in His arms. Till we see you again in heaven We love you very much! Mom & Dad

Gail Boulerice

December 17, 2009

I use to go to Ken and Jane's house to visit them and the children. There was not one time that I can remember when there was not a smile on their faces to see me, they always made everybody feel welcome in there home. They always offered freshly bake cookies, and fresh coffee to relax by. Jane and I used to go for lots of walks in Swanton, in all weather we should of been mailmen(ha, ha)

There was always Nicholas, Andy and the neighborhood children following us, Jane was like the pi piper, they all look up to her for guidance,a tender touch, cleanup of a messy face, or a harsh but loving discipline to show them how to behave. She took all the children and brought them to picnics, walks in the city or nature walks, sliding, swimming to the beach, etc.

Jane was the organizer for family gatherings, made sure everything fell into place.

Jane took very good care of our parents. She gave three days a week to be with them to give them comfort, security and hope. She played games, sung with them, worked outside with them, made beautiful meals that made us purr like a barn cat um um, brought them to church and doctor appointments.

I will miss you very much, Jane, you taught me to be brave and to not to give up, even when the chips are down. I'll will always be there for your family, thank you Ken for taking such good care of our sweetie, it will never be forgotten, I love all of you, Ken, Nicholas, and Andy. GAIL

December 17, 2009

Dear Ken, Nick, Andy and Family,

Our hearts ache for you. Jane was one amazing lady and was such a blessing. There isn't a whole lot anyone can say except that we are thinking of you all.

Good-bye for now Jane, we'll see you in Heaven .

Blessings,
Jean & Mike Chevalier

December 17, 2009

Our sincere condolences and prayers to all the family at this very sad time. May God Bless you. Marge & Dick Day, Saint Albans, VT

Gail Boulerice

December 17, 2009

I always remember coming into Jane's and Ken's house and being welcome, they always let you feel like they were happy to see you. I don't care who it was or what time of day, there was always a smile on their face, and trying to make you feel comfortable. I took lots of walks with Jane in Swanton with my nephews and her neighborhood children she was like the pie piper, all the children from the neighborhood looked up to her for guidance and discipline. She took them swimming, picnics, walks, shared cookies, and cleaned them up when they needed it, a gentle hand and smile when they were hurting, or a harsh talk when they needed to be disciplined, she was very much loved by everybody, she gave so much of herself.
She gave three days a week to be with Mom and Dad, to give them peace and security, and comfort, fed them beautiful meals, sang to them, plalyed games, took walks, brought them to weekly mass. I would come home to my Mom and Dad and Jane would have supper already made for us ymmm ymmm. I was like a barn cat purring. I will miss my sister very much. I love you Jane and I asked Jesus to take care of you and for you to pray for us down here. LOVE GAIL

Mary Siple

December 17, 2009

Dearest Jane,I will miss you with all my heart,untill we meet in heaven and be together again.I`m sending my love to you and I can feel your love in my heart.Wish I could of made it up there to be with the family,just was not meant to be.They know I`m there in spirit and love.Oh yea also cell phone.I`ll miss you Jane,and love you,,,,,Your sister Mary

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