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JANE ANNE (NELSON)
Jane Anne (Nelson) Benyo passed away on September 29, 2015 in Portland Oregon, where she had been living the last few years. Jane was born in Ohio on July 31, 1931. She traveled often when she was young being in an Army family. She was an overseas operator to all those 'Radar O'Reilly's'. She met her husband in Korea during WWII. They married back in the states and had three children, which they raised in Florida. They spent most of their time in Gainesville, FL. Jane retired after working at the University of Portland State. She then moved to live near her daughter Jane in California but later moved back to her beloved Portland.
Jane is survived by her daughter Jane Petty who re-sides in San Fernando, CA; two grandchildren Adria and AnnaKim and one great-grandchild Everly. She is pre-deceased by her husband John; her son John in 1999 and daughter Robin in 1966.
Inquiries may be sent to Jane Petty c/o Leonard Business Management, 532 Colorado Avenue, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
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Memories and Condolences
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Rick Bowen
June 17, 2025
Always loved Tom Petty. I'm an ol' hippy. 72 yrs. young. We will all miss Tom Petty. One of Rock 'n rolls masters.
Melanie Barr
September 26, 2020
It is hard to believe that you have been gone for five years. I remember the first time we met was when you were volunteering at the American Cancer Society in Gainesville. I was so upset since my 27-year-old brother-in-law had just been diagnosed with brain cancer. You told me that it was possible that he could live longer than I expected because your daughter's mother-in-law had lived with over five years. Back then that used to be considered a significant time period. and people were thought to be cured if they lived that long after diagnosis. You also mentioned the name of your daughter's husband and that changed my life too. I am so glad to have known you.
Kate Roberts
August 4, 2016
Dear Jane, I'm so sorry to read that your lovely Mother has passed away, I'm not sure if you remember me. I used to clean for you and your Mother, my sister used to come to yours and do your hair. We spent many happy times staying at your. Remember my girls Hannah & Shaunagh, used to call you aunt Jane and loved all your little dogs.We moved back to England UK 2005. My girls are 20 & 21 now. It would be so lovely to hear from you. My girls still sometimes talk about you now and then, and a film you would all watch, Aunt Mai, God Bless you Jane, From Kate & Girls Hannah & Shaunagh ❤
Layla Sims
December 12, 2015
Jane, I just saw this. I am very sorry for your lost. I hope you are holding up well. Take care.
November 7, 2015
Dear Jane, I JUST SAW THAT THAT YOUR MOM HAD DIED. IT BROKE MY HEART. I REMEMBER HOW SHE WAS WITH US WHEN WE WERE YOUNG. I KNOW THAT HEAVEN OPENED UP HIS GATES AND SHE CAME IN. I HOPE THAT YOU ARE WELL AND THE GIRLS ARE GOOD. LOVE TO YOU
October 25, 2015
She had a lot of good memories about Gainesville and her friends there.
October 24, 2015
Sorry to hear I liked the Benyo family and have some great memories from Gainesville.
Melanie Barr
October 16, 2015
I am so sorry that you lost her. She was a kind and compassionate person. You were lucky to have her as your mother.
Lisa Jolley Wattenbarger
October 11, 2015
Jane,
I am so sorry to read of your mother's passing. I have fond memories of your parents and of our fun times at your grandmother's home. I think of you each and every time I go past her house.
Sending sincerest condolences to you and your family.
Debby Rabin
October 4, 2015
Jane was a friend for almost 30 years. She was my first social-work supervisor, and I felt lucky to receive her input and advice. I felt fortunate that we remained friends over the years. She was kind, funny, and generous with me, but spoke her mind readily when we disagreed! I always enjoyed the stories she shared, full of amazing circumstances. She is missed and always will be, but I am comforted that she is at rest now.
mary narkiewicz
October 4, 2015
Rest in Peace, dear Jane.. I will remember all my life the memories I have of visiting you at the Ione.. going to concerts, going to the Portland Zoo, visiting Fort Vancouver.. and working with you at Insights when you were a Brethren Volunteer. Condolences to family and friends.
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