1947-2023
Jane Sandberg, 75, of Kenosha, WI passed away peacefully on Thursday February 23, 2023 at Aurora Hospital & Medical Center.
Jane was born on May 13, 1947 in Kansas, the only child
of the late Howard and Ruth (Gibson) Sandberg. Excelling in school, Jane
received her early education in Great Bend, Kansas, Lincoln, Nebraska, and
Lindsborg, Kansas. After finishing her early education, Jane returned
to Wisconsin for high school, Jane enrolled in Kenosha then Lake Geneva
graduating from Badger High School class of 1965. Immediately going to
college, our dear friend graduated from Luther College in 1969 with an
education degree. During her time at Luther, Jane sang with the choir
allowing her to praise Jesus and even travel the world. She made
lifelong friends at Luther including her beloved mentor and professor
Weston Noble whom she cherished and kept in contact with throughout
life. After Luther, Jane continued her education, earning computer
science and a graduate degree at UW Parkside and Cardinal Stritch.
Employed
for many years as a gifted educator, Jane touched the lives of several
children especially during her assignments out East working with special
needs children. Students, professors, colleagues, The Sisters of the
Resurrection, friends, and family were touched by the care Jane give.
The wisdom, advice, stories, and prayers received by our dear Jane could
occupy you for hours and always put peace in your heart. As a true
empath and worker of the greater good, truly everyone who came in
contact with Jane was impacted by her bright spirit and giving heart.
Jane was well traveled, and her favorite adventures throughout the years
were with her two very best friends Patricia and Maryanne. Other
hobbies were singing, reading, dining out with friends, and daily
devotionals with her lord and savior.
Jane's survivors include her beloved cousin John
(Darlene)Magnuson of KS, niece Charlice (Frank) Saunders, nephew Barry
(Jana) Magnuson, great nieces Annabel & Lexi, great nephew Adam,
Best friends Patricia Deremer, and Maryanne Robinson, and bonus daughter
Amanda Gross (Christopher) Jane was also survived by countless
friends, caregivers, and neighbors, especially Pam and Connie whom she
loved.
We would like to thank Aurora Medical Center, Harbor Side Commons
Senior Apartments, Society Assets, and Interim Health Care for the
loving care provided to Jane over the years. The friendships and
connections she made throughout these times will be forever cherished
and Jane will be sorely missed.Celebration of Life will be held for Jane on Sunday, March 5, 2023 at St Mary's Lutheran Church at 1pm.
Kenosha Funeral Services & Crematory
8226-Sheridan Rd.
Kenosha, WI 53143
(262) 652-1943
www.kenosha-funeral-services.com