Jane Ann Smith

Jane Ann Smith, 74, of Hiawatha, died peacefully in the early morning hours of October 16, 2025 at Maple Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.

Jane was born at Horton, November 6, 1950, one of four children born to the late Harry and Dena Rae Maxwell Elliott. She grew up at Falls City, Nebraska where she attended Falls City schools, where she later graduated high school.

Soon after graduation, she married Steven Werner and were blessed with three children: Todd, Michael, and Sara. Jane was dedicated to her young family by staying at home instead of working out. After they left the house, she enjoyed her work as a cook for local restaurants and in later years at nursing homes. She and Steven divorced.

She met and later married Ken Smith. They made their home at Whidbey Island in Washington State for a number of years until he passed away. Jane returned to this area and settled in Hiawatha to make her home.

Survivors include two sons: Todd Werner (Judy) of Munford, TN, Michael Werner of Hiawatha; a daughter Sara Simmonds of Wisner, NE, three brothers: David Elliott of the Ozarks in Missouri, Ron Elliott of Omaha, NE, and Mark Elliott of Las Vegas, NV; and seven grandchildren.

Graveside inurnment service is planned for 10 a.m. Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Rose Hill Cemetery, Robinson. Pastor Rich Lehmkuhl will officiate.

Immediately following service, family and friends are invited to Stanton Lake in Falls City, for a time of fellowship and lunch.

Memorial contributions are suggested to Rose Hill Cemetery Up Keep Fund sent in care of Chapel Oaks Funeral Home, 124 S 7th St., Hiawatha, who is assisting the family with arrangements.

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