Jane M Harris

October 17, 1936 - October 28, 2019

Jane M. Harris Obituary Jane M. Harris, age 83, passed away peacefully October 28th, 2019 after her long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. She was born October 17th, 1936 in Columbus, Ohio to Francis and Marjorie Richards. She married her devoted husband, John “Jack” in 1962, and a year later they welcomed their first of five children. She was tremendously proud of her family, and through her final days, despite the challenges due to her affliction, she would delightedly rattle off the names of her family members, the 7 J’s, with her infectious smile and twinkle in her eyes. Jane graduated from St. Mary of the Springs High School and Ohio State University. She was a devout and active member of the Catholic Church in each of the many communities where she lived. She and Jack raised their family mainly in Lancaster, PA. Together, they made lifelong friends wherever they lived, including Columbus, Lancaster, Kinnelon NJ, St. Louis MO, Ponte Vedra Beach FL, and St. Augustine FL. Jane epitomized the title of “homemaker”, as she ensured that each of her beautiful homes became a haven for her family, friends, and loved ones. Her children fondly recall the constant flow of friends and extended family who passed through her always-open doors. In addition to Jack, Jane is survived by her children Jenifer Stein, Julie McHugh (married to Michael), John Harris (married to Stephanie), Jill Arno (married to Todd), and Joelle Compton (married to Derrick) and her twelve grandchildren Katherine, Olivia, and Madeleine Stein, Emily McHugh, Abigail, Amanda, and John (IV) Harris, AJ and Lily Arno, and Teagan, Tate, and Tessa Compton. Jane was preceded in death by her loving brother, Joseph Roger Richards. Jane’s family would like to express how blessed we all are to have been part of her wonderful life. She imparted wisdom, strength, humility, and grace upon all of us, and we strive to honor her memory and maintain her legacy. We also sincerely appreciate the outpouring of sympathy and support from our friends and loved ones upon her passing. A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 9th at Westminster Clubhouse, St. Augustine, 235 Towerview Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32092 In lieu of flowers, Jane’s family asks friends to donate to the Alzheimer’s Association through her tribute page, https://act.alz.org/site/TR/Events/Tributes-AlzheimersChampions?pg=fund&fr_id=1060&pxfid=599459