Jane Mitchum Dodge

DODGE Jane Mitchum Dodge, age 77, the beloved wife of Daniel J. Dodge, married April 23, 1949, of Milford, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 22, 2005, at the Connecticut Hospice, Branford. Jane was born on December 30, 1927, in Lincolnton, N.C., to the late Lucy Pearl Camp and the late John David Mitchum. She graduated from Harding High School, Bridgeport and attended the University of Connecticut. She was a Milford resident for more than 50 years. Jane worked at GE, Bridgeport, Robert Shaw Controls, Milford, retired from the Dietary Department of Milford Hospital and was the office manager of Daniel J. Dodge, Inc. She was the owner of Fort Trumbull Bakery and Delicatessen, the (Pink Bakery). Nothing pleased her more than being surrounded by family and friends. Well known for her warm hospitality, Jane0s passing will leave an empty spot in many hearts. She was a second mother to many. She was a member of the Fort Trumbull Volunteer Fire Company #2 Ladies Auxiliary. Jane enjoyed playing the piano, gardening, embroidering, walking, and reading. She was predeceased by a sister, Laura (Lollie) McDaniel. Left to cherish her memory are her beloved husband, Daniel Dodge; daughters, Jane Flynn and husband, Kevin, of Milford and Patricia Ambrose and husband, John, of West Haven; five grandchildren, Jane Flynn Chiodo and husband, Rich, of New Boston, N.H., Kelly Flynn, Kari Flynn, both of Milford, Jackie Ambrose of North Haven, and Katie Ambrose of West Haven. A Funeral Service will be held in the Cody-White Funeral Home, 107 Broad Street on the Green, Milford on Monday, September 26, at 11 a.m., followed by interment in King0s Highway Cemetery. Friends may call on Sunday, from 4 to 8 p.m. Contributions in Jane0s memory may be made to Connecticut Hospice, 100 Double Beach Road, Branford, CT 06405.