Jane R. (Peterson)(Jensen) Johnson
Age 81, passed away October 16, 2023. She was born October 22, 1941, in Atlanta, Georgia, to Roscoe and D. Maurine Peterson. Jane graduated from Eaton Rapids High School in 1960, and attended college in Pasadena, California. She worked at MSU College of Veterinary Medicine as secretary to the Dean for 25 years, retiring in 1998. Jane was active with Habitat for Humanity, receiving their highest award, Heart of Habitat. She also was a member of the Young at Heart singing group and Sun Bonnet Sues quilting group.
Surviving are: son, Jens Jensen; great-grandson, Hayden Paul Burrows; brother, John (Denise) Peterson and twin brother, James (JoAnn) Peterson; and nieces and nephews, Tim (Patti) Peterson, Tonya Rodriguez, Tom Peterson, Veronica Rodriguez, and Aaron (Caroline) Brack.
She was preceded in death by her parents; granddaughter, Elicia Latham; and niece, Kristin Peterson.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, November 4, 2023, at Holt Christian Church, 2424 Washington Rd., Lansing, MI 48911 where her family will receive friends beginning at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516, or Holt Christian Church, in memory of Jane Johnson.
Arrangements are by the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel.
11 Messages to “Jane R. (Peterson)(Jensen) Johnson”
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Ruth Ann McKean
October 18, 2023 at 8:58 amSo sorry,you where so full of life. Enjoyed our bus trip to New York a few years ago and our many quilt retreats. You will be missed
Pamela Wojtowicz
October 18, 2023 at 6:26 pmMay you Rest in Peace Gramma Jane. Elicia is waiting for you.
John Peterson , Little Brother
October 18, 2023 at 7:16 pmSister, thank you for all the love and wisdom you shared with everyone you knew. I recall your many travels around the country and abroad. Thank you for the gifts you gave Denise and me, especially the quilts, the State of Michigan chair you brought down to us here in Missouri and, most of all, your smiles and laughter. You were SUPER! Love and hugs, John and Denise.
Suki
October 19, 2023 at 9:37 amTo my ‘old’ junior and senior high locker partner. . . You embraced the journey when we graduated and moved west to attend Pasadena City College. I remember those train trips back to Michigan, especially the one when you insisted your pet rat travel with us. .. under the neck of your blouse. Other than the long tail hanging out, no one seemed to mind.. . Our train trips eventually became cross country car adventures and then trips to Cambodia, Germany, Denmark, Sweden and Norway. You were always ready and willing to explore and try anything. You were diligent in keeping the class of ‘60 in touch along with building ramps and constantly sewing quilts. The pillow you made when we turned 80 now rests on my back patio with a reminder of happy days. We sure made some wonderful memories. . . For that I am very thankful. I have no doubt you are now pain free and enjoying life.
Kim Dyer
October 19, 2023 at 6:01 pmI never knew she had a pet rattie, but that story is SO Jane. I loved the pet rats friends had. They were sweet, gentle, affectionate, and intelligent.
John P.
October 22, 2023 at 8:58 amGreat rememberences. Suki. I had forgotten about the rat :). Didn’t you two carry the lead banner in the 62 Rose Bowl Parade?
Chaplain Dan Johnson
October 19, 2023 at 2:21 pmJane was a delight to everyone who knew her. Her bright spirit and beautiful music on the Autoharp blessed many a Chapel service at Great Lakes Christian Homes retirement community. She is fondly remembered and greatly missed by our residents and staff alike.
Kim Dyer
October 19, 2023 at 5:41 pmJane had been my neighbor and dear friend for so long I am no longer sure. I think it has been about 20 years.
We cat sat for one another, and shared a love of quilting and knitting.
It is hard to wrap my mind around it. I will always think of her when I see a cardinal.
Jan Gagliano
October 22, 2023 at 10:14 amJane was our dear friend and sister. We shared our life- and quilting-adventures with her for 30 years. She was fun, focused, organized, talented and loving. Her loss leaves a big hole in our hearts. Thank you, Jane, for all the happy memories. The Sunbonnet Sues in Canoes are already missing you.
Rosemary Pavlik
October 26, 2023 at 5:04 pmJane was a good soul who believed in helping those less fortunate. In addition to her many endeavors she was very active in the MSU Retirees Knitting Group for over 20 years making over hundreds of items for the needy. She did all of this while having fun and inspiring others. Jane will leave a void and be greatly missed.
Jan Kelley
November 4, 2023 at 11:40 amMet Jane when she was working at MSU. She is partly responsible for the fact I started quilting. Miss her already. See you on the other side my friend.