Jane Wanda "Wajda" Pashko

Jane Wanda Pashko of West Bath, Maine, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 10, 2026.

Wanda, the daughter of the late Andrew and Thelma (Godek) Wajda, was born on November 23,1929 in Springfield, Massachusetts. She lived for most of her life in Springfield, until quite recently, when she moved to West Bath, Maine to live with her son.

Wanda was a graduate of Technical High School in Springfield. Following graduation, she worked a variety of jobs in the Springfield area including being a Carhop and a Runway Model for Kings Department Store. She eventually retired from Springfield Public Schools. Wanda faced a lot of adversity throughout her life, but it didn't stop her from living life to the fullest. She enjoyed traveling, reading, and spending time with her family and friends. She was especially fond of trips to the casinos with family and playing cards on Sunday nights with her brothers and sisters.

Wanda was an avid gardener, and was always sharing plants, seeds, and gardening tips she picked up from the BBC program " Gardener's World" with family and friends.

Summers were spent camping with her children and extended family at Nickerson State Park on Cape Cod. These vacations were very special to her and she held them very dear in her heart.

Upon moving to Maine, Wanda found a second home at the Topsham Baptist Church and the friendships that she was starting to form became very important to her.

In addition to her parents, Wanda was predeceased by her brothers Frank, Richard, Edward, and Chester, as well as her sisters Emily, Joanne and Ermina.

Wanda is survived by her sons Donald of Colorado, John ( Beth) of South Hadley Massachusetts, Scott (Laura) with whom she lived in West Bath, and Mark of West Bath. She is also survived by a daughter, Laura Paquette (Daniel) of Vermont.

In addition, she is also survived by her sister, Helen Valentine of Westfield, Massachusetts and many beloved grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and grand nieces and nephews. Wanda also leaves her beloved cat, Vinny, who was the joy of her life.

Funeral services for Wanda will be held at the Topsham Baptist Church, 15 Roman Rd on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10 AM. Following funeral services, a luncheon will be held at the home of Scott and Laura Pashko, 12 Ethel's Way in West Bath Maine.