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Jane Koumanelis Obituary
Born in Westerly RI, Jane was the daughter of the late George and Alexandria (Tsacona) Smyrniotes. She was predeceased by her husband, Vasilios "Bill" Koumanelis and four of her sisters; Antoinette, Mary, and Julia Smyrniotes and Eva Sculco.
Jane worked as a waitress at many local restaurants including the Wilcox Tavern in Charlestown, RI, up until her retirement in 2005. She is survived by a son; Alexander, his wife Judith, and their sons, Nathan and Neil, a sister, Nikki Brennan of Pawcatuck, and two nieces; Victoria Morin and her husband Will, of Middletown, RI, and Diane Brennan of Pawcatuck.
The Koumanelis Family wishes to thank the staff at the Groton Regency Center for the kindness and care shown to Jane during her stay there.
Funeral services and burial will be held privately at the River Bend Cemetery in Westerly. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, 27 Chase Street, Pawcatuck 06379.
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Becky Bray
February 7, 2020
Our sympathies on the loss of your dear mother. Our son mowed her lawn for several summers in his teen years, and she would always send him home with a delicious baked treat. Her peach turnovers were the best. Such a sweet lady. We will remember her fondly.
The Bray Family
Alice and Constantino Poulios
February 3, 2020
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved mother. I visited Jane a number of times at the
Groton Regency and shared many memories. Jane was a warm and gentle soul and a true lady.
Her husband Bill was a long time friend of my father as they both were born in the same town in Northers Greece and reunited when they came to America.
May her memory be eternal.
The Poulios Family
Patty Logan
January 31, 2020
Alex&family's so sorry to hear about mom's passing many days during the summer as I walking into town I would always see mom sitting on the porch by her self I would always stop to keep her company to chat with her.she was working at the Wilcox when my sister Linda got married my sister Linda got married at the Wilcox your mom waited on all my family's at the reception!;during the summer in my way into town I always say with her in the porch we always had alit if great conversations!;I wondered why I haven't seen her in along while I opened the paper online it shocked me when I read her in the obits!;I loved your mom alit Alex!I will miss our chats during the summer on the porch!;I will miss mom's smile everyday!;I lived mom so much!;she will be dearly missed alot!; Love to all of you PattyLoganyoyr mom's neighbor in moss st!;
Linda Greene
January 30, 2020
My sister and myself had the privilege of working with Jane at the "Wilcox", for many years. In a world where kindness is in short supply, she always displayed it! She was a real Lady, and will be remembered fondly. Our thoughts go out to Niki, who was a wonderful sister. Our deepest sympathies to her son, and to all who loved her! Laurie Trombino, and Linda Greene
January 30, 2020
We had the pleasure of working with Jane at the Wilcox for many years. Her kind nature made her a joy to work with, and in a world where kindness is in short supply, she always displayed it! She was a real Lady and will always be remembered for her sweet disposition. Our sympathy goes out to Nickie, and to all who knew her! With deepest sympathy, Laurie Trombino,and Linda Greene
Mike Spellman
January 30, 2020
Alex and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy upon the passing of your Mother. May your memories sustain you during this difficult time. You and your family are in my prayers.
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