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Jane Wagenbach Booth
1946 - 2025
Jane Booth Obituary
Hadley, MA - Jane Wagenbach Booth, 79, of Hadley, MA, passed away peacefully at home on October 1, 2025. She was surrounded by her loving family and friends in her final days.
Jane was born in Lawrence, MA, on August 5, 1946, daughter of William F. Wagenbach, M.D. and Claire A. (Garrity) Wagenbach. Jane moved a lot as a young child due to her father being in the Army, but then settled in Andover, MA while Jane was in elementary school. Cherished memories were of boating with her family on the lake.
After moving to Amherst, Jane attended Amherst Regional High School, graduating in 1964, where she served as class secretary and had many friends. Jane worked tirelessly to promote class reunions, which were well attended, and was appreciated for facilitating continued regular gatherings with local former classmates. She graduated from the University of Massachusetts with a degree in Sociology, which she made good use of as a social worker in Springfield and, for many years, as the director of the Hadley Senior Center. She was creative, friendly, cheerful, thoughtful, and generous, and she was an excellent hostess. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, attending their sporting events, helping others, visiting the beach (with a stop at Kimball's for mocha almond assault ice cream), and she was always up for an adventure.
She was predeceased by her parents and brother, Michael Wagenbach of Ludlow. She is survived by her husband, Bob, and her daughters, Alison L. Booth Maio of Sunderland and Lindsay Priscilla Booth of Hadley, and Alison's husband, Anthony Maio. Also surviving Jane are her adored grandchildren, Caitlin Maio, Haven Jones, Evan Maio, and Jaiden Booth, as well as sister-in-law Chris Wagenbach.
She was a very involved mother and grandmother. She would do anything for her family. She will be deeply missed.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in Jane's memory to Meghan's Light, PO Box 457, Feeding Hills, MA 01030. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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Barbara Johnson
Yesterday
My sympathies to Jane's loved ones. I taught painting for years at the senior center, and worked with Jane then. Both of us "Leos" so we got along famously, she felt like a sister. She was so supportive and we created many fun and meaningful events. I have so many fond memories, she was a special person, a trusted friend.
Mary
October 11, 2025
Jane was a very special friend and sister- in- law to me and Anne. We had fun together, and helped me so much when I needed her. I will always miss Jane, and will forever have good memories of her.mRest in peace, Jane, we will be together someday.
Amanda
October 11, 2025
Jane was an amazing woman who was always an active member of her community. I always enjoyed her company - whether at a Girl Scout event, a sports game or school concert, Jane was always there. I admire her community involvement, support of her family and friendly and kind personality. She was a welcoming person that always made you feel included. My heart aches for Booth family for your loss. Jane was a special woman.
Anne Henderson
October 10, 2025
Mary and I shared many lunches with Jane, girls day out. I have many good memories with her, my much loved sister-in-law. I will miss her tremendously
Cassie, Greg, & Killian Stewart
October 9, 2025
I always enjoyed chatting with Jane at community events and school gatherings that my son and her granddaughter both attended. She was always so friendly and had a way of making you feel truly heard and cared for. You could tell she genuinely valued every conversation. She will be deeply missed in our community.
Pat Kelley Stowell
October 9, 2025
Jane has been a dear friend since high school and we have worked on class reunions over the years. We reminisced recently about our high school double dates and our more recent trips to various places including Mystic and our many lunches where we dreamed about road trips to come! She did love to travel - but only when it didn't interfere with her grandchildren's sporting events!
My condolences to Bob, Alison, Priscilla and the entire family.
Kristin Smith
October 8, 2025
Priscilla and Bob, sending our love and support during this time.
Kristin & Calvin Smith
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