Jane Kellogg

Seneca, to paraphrase, "It´s not how long we live that is important, but how well". Aunt Jane lived long and well. We will miss you. Robert Scott, Sara, Sam, Justin, Chandler, Conner, Caelin, Chase, and Maxwell.

When I think back upon our time together, I can't help but wish we had a chance to say goodbye. We had so many experiences left to share, so many memories still left to be created. But alas, it seems life had different plans.

Throughout the time I was blessed enough to act as your caretaker, you showed me a completely new aspect of life. You brought colors, joy and a new meaning to my existence.

We've experienced so many things together. Movies that made us cry and laugh. Ones that picked our brains and those that made our pulses race. I enjoyed every single one of them because I got to share them with you.

Our routine walks to the garden were pure therapy. Enclosed by Mother Nature.

But above everything else, it's your family that I am thankful for. Their love, their kindness and their acceptance made me feel like I'm a part of them. Their beauty is a true reflection of you and your heart.

Now, as you rest high above in peace, I just wanted you to know how much your existence has impacted my life. You'll be terribly missed, my dear Jane.

Rest in peace, my friend.

I miss you!

When I think back upon our time together, I can't help but wish we had a chance to say goodbye. We had so many experiences left to share, so many memories still left to be created. But alas, it seems life had different plans.

Throughout the time I was blessed enough to act as your caretaker, you showed me a completely new aspect of life. You brought colors, joy and a new meaning to my existence.

We've experienced so many things together. Movies that made us cry and laugh. Ones that picked our brains and those that made our pulses race. I enjoyed every single one of them because I got to share them with you.

Our routine walks to the garden were pure therapy. Enclosed by Mother Nature.

But above everything else, it's your family that I am thankful for. Their love, their kindness and their acceptance made me heart warming. Their beauty is a true reflection of you and your heart.

Now, as you rest high above in peace, I just wanted you to know how much your existence has impacted my life. You'll be terribly missed, my dear Jane.

Rest in peace, my friend.
Yours always,
Stephanie.

My full heart is with you dear Kellogg/Towler sisters. I only know Jane by the fruit of her womb - her beautiful, inspiring daughters, and the gift of their friendship. Clearly Jane´s is a life to be celebrated. May you find a way to do all you need to do these days, and still feel all you need to feel. May sorrow and gratitude, mourning and dancing, be at home together for you all. Love and blessings. Rest eternal grant Jane, O God, and let perpetual light shine upon her.

Dana Runestad
Plymouth, Michigan

There really was no one quite like Jane. She was the most positive person I've ever met, delighting in the small joys of life and all the little things that most people don't even see. Like a smooth stone, a clothes pin, bits of cloth and wood. She was greatful for her life, adored her family, loved her friends. I shall miss her.

Jane was an absolutely lovely woman. My wife and I met her several times at Katie and Jim's house, though I knew her primarily through Katie's accounts of her visits to Rhode Island and Connecticut, and her memories of growing up in New York City. I feel like Jane's longevity, in part, was due to a kind of purity of spirit, clear conscience and positive attitude that banished the stress that weighs on so many of us. What an inspiring life!

Much love to Leela and the whole family.

So terribly sorry to hear of Jane´s passing. I met Jane through her daughter Leela when they moved to the house directly behind us in the early 70´s. She was always warm and welcoming and greeted me with a smile. I know her girls were her proudest achievement. Sending love and prayers to the family.