Jane Nance Obituary
Jane was born on March 17, 1936 in Akron, Ohio. She attended the Huron Road School of Nursing in Cleveland, Ohio, becoming an RN, and earned her BSN at The Ohio State University. She taught Nursing at Columbus State Community College for over 20 years, and earned both her Master of Nursing and Master of Clinical Psychology while working full-time and raising three daughters. Even in retirement, Jane led a life of service, running the food pantry at Broad Street Presbyterian Church, serving as a Stephen Minister and Parish Nurse, delivering Meals on Wheels, volunteering in hospice care, and serving on the boards of SourcePoint and the Villas at Canterbury Woods Condo Association. She also loved her family, the Buckeyes, reading, baking, traveling and socializing with her many friends.
Throughout her life, Jane touched the hearts of many with her kindness and compassion. She provided unwavering love and support to her family, and was the best wife, mom, gramma and great-gramma. She will be remembered for her wit, her gentle nature combined with her fierce support, and as the positive role model she was to all who knew her.
Jane is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Richard Nance, (yes, they were Dick and Jane!), daughters Leslie Knott (Patrick), Susan Spencer (Brian Muncy) and Michele 'Mickey' Whaley (Kevin), Grandchildren Sarah Knott, Doran and Mallory Spencer, Nick and Zack Whaley, and great-grandchild Zane Spencer May, and her beloved dog Scruffy. She will be missed by nieces and nephews, including Sharon Nance and Patt, Karen, Mike, and Elisabeth Nance as well as her friends and others who her life has touched.
Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, April 3 from 6-8pm. at Moreland Funeral Home where a funeral service to honor and celebrate Jane's life will be held on Thursday, April 4 at 11:00am. A light lunch will be held at the Villas at Canterbury Woods Clubhouse after the funeral. Please bring your favorite memories of Jane to share.
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