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Jane Fenton Obituary
March 8, 1928 - September 5, 2018
Jane Fischer Fenton passed away on September 5th at the Alexander Cohen Hospice House, at the age of 90. She was born on March 8, 1928 in St. Louis, Missouri to Mildred and George Kemmet.
She married Robert "Bob" Fenton in 1956 after they had a whirlwind romance, introduced on a blind date by their dearest friends, Joan and Stan Lee.
Jane and Bob resided in New York before moving to California in the mid-sixties, with their three daughters Lindsay, Brooke, and Kimberly.
Jane had several careers during her lifetime, but her passions were the arts, acting, theatre, and Broadway Musicals. As a classically trained actress and dancer she performed in productions on Broadway, also having roles in famed movies as Athena, Brigadoon, Oklahoma, and Red Shoes. Before moving to Modesto, Jane worked for the William Morris Agency, and was featured in numerous commercials.
After moving to Modesto with her family, Jane was Bob's social coordinator for the family radio stations. Jane immersed herself with the Family Service League, Doctor's Medical Foundation, Salvation Army Auxiliary, Stanislaus Arts Council, VIVA, Modesto Garden Club, and was a Docent at the McHenry Mansion and helped to beautify the ground's gardens.
Jane enjoyed the State Theatre, the Modesto Symphony, and her audio books. Jane loved spending time with her family, especially her great-grandchildren. She was also an attendee at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship.
She enjoyed her weekly "Think Tank Group" at the Velvet Creamery to discuss today's hot topics as Jane was known for being a great conversationalist.
Jane is remembered for her wonderful stories, great talent, wit, style, and timeless beauty. She was preceded in death by her husband Bob, daughter Brooke, and brother John. Jane is survived by daughter and son-in-law, Lindsay and Jim Meikle, daughter, Kimberly Kaiser, grandchildren, Sarah Davis and Ben Meikle, two great- grandchildren, two brothers Hunter and Ralph Kemmet, and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations in Jane's memory can be made to the McHenry Mansion or Juline School of Dance.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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September 28, 2018
We just heard of Jane's passing and are heartbroken. Her smile, laugh and zest for life will be us always. When ever we're together and remember those days on Wycliffe, the stories of our two families are among the best. Lindsay and Kim you're blessed to have each other to lean on through your loss. It's what got us through the loss of Mom and Dad. Please know we're here thinking of you and praying that the Peace of God will comfort you and help you to move on with your lives. We love you!
Sandi, Karen, Wanda & Lori Price
September 16, 2018
My sincere condolences for your loss. As you endure this difficult time of sorrow, please turn to the Most High God for comfort as his word assures us at Jeremiah 29:12,13 "you will call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you."
September 15, 2018
Psalms 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May vthe memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.
Joan Cardoza
September 14, 2018
Lindsay and Kim, Great memories of your Mom and Dad go back many, many years and I remember all the fun times. Your Mom was a classy gal with lots of style. She will be missed by many.
Lola
September 14, 2018
As you all gather to celebrate the long and full life of someone so special, be sure to strengthen yourselves for the days ahead with the words of the Holy Scriptures. (1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14)
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