Jayne Almon

Jayne Almon obituary, Oskaloosa, IA

Jayne Almon

Jayne Almon Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bates Funeral Chapel - Oskaloosa on Oct. 22, 2025.
Jayne Almon, age 62, of Oskaloosa, passed away on October 21, 2025 at the MHP Serenity
Hospice House. She was born on May 4, 1963, in Strawberry Point, Iowa, the daughter of
Francise and Maxine Parks Hoover. She attended Oskaloosa High School graduating with the
Class of 1981. Jayne then furthered her education at Trevecca Nazarene and Mid America
Nazarene University. On August 10, 1985, she was united in marriage to Guy Almon in
Oskaloosa.
Jayne was a homemaker for 20 years before working as an Alaskan Real Estate agent Jayne
was known for having a love for the color purple. She enjoyed spending time with her nieces
and nephews and the Watt's family. Hugs and laughter were her gift to everyone. She also
enjoyed long phone conversations. She was a member of the Gateway Church of the Nazarene.
She is survived by her husband, Guy Almon of Oskaloosa; and two sisters, Joyce (Bruce)
White of Oskaloosa and Jan (Cyril) McKay of Fremont.
Jayne was preceded in death by her parents and a brother, Jeff Hoover
Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the Gateway
Church of the Nazarene in Oskaloosa with pastor Andy Watts officiating. Burial will follow
services at the Forest Cemetery in Oskaloosa. The Bates Funeral Chapel is in charge of
arrangements. Visitation will be held on Friday, October 24, at the Gateway Church of the
Nazarene beginning after 12 p.m. with Jayne's family present from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. to
greet relatives and friends.
The family asks to please wear purple, pink or bright colors to the funeral service in honor of
Jayne.
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Jayne, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Jayne's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Jayne Almon's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Jayne Almon's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?