Jane Mary Hammer

Jane Mary Hammer obituary, Newland, NC

Jane Mary Hammer

Jane Hammer Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Newland on Dec. 8, 2025.
Jane Mary Hammer, age 80, passed away on December 5, 2025, at Sycamore Shoals Hospital in Elizabethton, TN. Jane was born on January 10, 1945, in Woodbourne, NY to the late Arthur and Mary Mentnech. Additionally, Jane was preceded in death by her son, Lee Hammer; and one brother, James Mentnech.
Jane worked as a claims agent for Maxon Insurance Company where she was very happy for many years. She loved spending time with all her family and friends. She also enjoyed playing bingo, participating in music therapy and was exceptional artist that loved to draw.
Jane is survived by Grant Hammer, her children, Vickie Kiakis (Tom) of Sevierville, TN, Judi Cole of Virginia Beach, Va., Rodney Cole of Newville, PA., Andi Hammer (Melissa) of Newland, NC. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren that she loved endlessly! As well as her brothers and sisters, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to say a special thank you to The Waters of Roan Highlands for their unconditional love and exceptional care of Jane.
Online condolences can be made at www.rsfh.net. The care of Jane and her family has been entrusted to Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home, 296 Ash Street Newland, NC 28657, (828) 733-2121. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jane, please visit our floral store.

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