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Jane Smolak Obituary
Jane Smolak
March 30, 1930 - Oct. 3, 2023
AUBURN - Jane Smolak, 93, formerly of Wilbur Avenue, Auburn, passed away Tuesday, October 3, 2023 in the Finger Lakes Center for the Living.
A native of Fulton, Jane was born March 30, 1930, the daughter of the late King W. and Helen Springer Crockford. She was a graduate of Skaneateles High School, Class of 1947 and continued her education at the Kent Business School.
Jane was a member of the United Methodist Church in Auburn and retired as a Secretary with Cayuga County, following 37 years of faithful employment.
She enjoyed camping and traveling in their RV with her family and late husband Joseph. Jane was an avid square and round dancer and a member of the Cayuga Cut-Ups for over forty years.
She is survived by her two sons: Jeffrey Smolak and his wife, Amy of Auburn and Jan Smolak and his wife, Gay of Farmington; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a niece and nephew. In addition to her parents and husband, Joseph, Jane is predeceased by her daughter, Joyce Bocian.
There will be no calling hours. A private memorial service will be held for immediate family members.
Arrangements are with White Chapel Funeral Home Inc., 197 South Street, Auburn.
To offer condolences to the family, please visit http://www.whitechapelfh.com.
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Gwennie
October 7, 2024
Jane and Joe were a big part of our family. They enjoyed coming to our farm. We all had much fun, and I remember them both fondly.
Kim Pettigrass
October 15, 2023
Jan, so very sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Kim Pettigrass
Cheryl Bryant
October 15, 2023
So sorry to hear Jane passed away. My thoughts & prayers are with you all. God Bless. Cheryl Bryant & Family
Susan Querns
October 13, 2023
Jan I am sorry to learn of your Mother/s passing. My condolences too you and your family.
Susan Querns
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Denis Donovan Sr
October 13, 2023
Jan and family sorry for your loss.
Denis & Juanita Donovan
Joe and Linda Conklin
October 13, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bonnie Shutter
October 12, 2023
To Jeff and Jan and your families we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bob and Bonnie Shutter
Gwen Holbein
October 12, 2023
Jeffrey, thank you for taking such good care of her. You are her angel.
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