Peacefully at LHSC – Victoria Hospital on Monday, April 6, 2020 of London and formerly of Granton at the age of 67. Beloved wife of Brad Finan for 44 years. Cherished mother of Allison Finan of London and the late Alicia Finan (2014). Dear sister and sister-in-law of Mary and Bill Guise of Hamilton, Elizabeth Job of Hamilton, Max and Janet Marechaux of Toronto, Hannes and Norma Marechaux of Calgary, Alberta, Ottis and Toni Marechaux of Washington, D.C., Sabine Marechaux (Daniel Chiriotti) of Geneva, Switzerland, John and Martha Finan of London, and Brenda and Dan Singer of Tuscon, Arizona. Fondly remembered by several nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her parents Wilbert Job and Joan Marechaux (Job).
A private family service will be held at the Community Bible Church, Lucan on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at 11 AM with Pastor Byron Hand and Pastor Doug Loveday officiating. Although the service is private, please join the family from the comfort of your home, by streaming the service live by visiting www.communitybible.ca/live/ (No account is required). To livestream the graveside service at Granton cemetery please visit www.facebook.com/haskettfh Cremation with interment Granton Cemetery. Haskett Funeral Home, LUCAN (519-227-4211) entrusted with arrangements.
Jane was a nurse during her working career. After graduating from La Salle Secondary High School in Sudbury she trained at Women’s College Hospital in Toronto. She worked at Toronto General Hospital where she occasionally worked in the hyperbaric medicine department. She moved to Tillsonburg with her husband and was a surgical nurse in the OR at Tillsonburg General Hospital. Moving to London and later Granton Jane worked at St. Joseph Hospital eventually becoming head nurse in the OR. Leaving active nursing she worked with Robarts Research and later the Cardiac Investigative Unit of Western University London. Her name appears on many published research papers. She retired in 2003. Jane was one of the first female scuba diving instructors in Canada. While working full time at St. Joe’s she completed her Nursing degree and was in the top of her class. She had a competitive spirit and faced challenges with determination.
Jane had many pastimes. In the early years she was busy sewing many of her own clothes. She made her high school gym outfit. She loved to ski (downhill and cross country). She was a major league Toronto Blue Jays baseball fan. She attended the first game in Toronto and kept the ticket. She went to spring training in Dunedin for many years and of course in Toronto with daughter Allison. She was an avid gardener and when the family moved to a 40-acre hobby farm near Granton she followed her passion and planted flowers everywhere. She loved roses. She taught scuba diving in her spare time and enjoyed many trips to Tobermory and the Caribbean. She taught her friends to swim in the backyard pool. She and her husband had every animal possible on their hobby farm including a donkey named Elvis. She loved dogs – big ones not little ones.
Family and friends were always important to Jane. She and her husband Brad adopted two beautiful girls, Allison and Alicia. Her nieces and nephews were each and all her favourites. She loved her great nieces and nephews and treated them like her grandchildren. Her associations were many – Wild Women, Shout Sisters, Ladies of the Club bible study and of course the bridge ladies and the book club. She attended many bible studies at the Granton Community Church as well as those held amongst friends.
Donations to the Community Bible Church or the Bethesda Medical Clinic in Haiti would be appreciated by the family.
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David Henry
Brad, Allison & Extended Family: So sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. She had an amazing, busy, wonderful life. Never saw her without a smile. She was involved in so many things, I feel my life has barely begun. What a Blue Jays super-fan she was! Is that a coincidence that Brad was a great pitcher in his youth? She will be missed, but what a lot of great memories she left for those fortunate enough to know her. Peace & Love to all.
Ann Jackson and Tom Small
Dear Brad and family…
We were deeply saddened to see Jane’s obituary in our local paper. Tom didn’t know Jane but he did know you Brad. It has been many years since I treated Jane as her Massage Therapist. We always had wonderful conversations and she was a “go to” for me when looking for medical input. I can attest that she was a “Major League” Blue Jays fan and we laughed over some of her experiences at the games…trying not to get caught on camera while munching on snacks, watching and simultaneously listening on her radio to pick up any extra details. I recall when she slipped and broke her arm while ice skating, very calmly explaining to her daughter the steps needed to assist. She was a strong woman, sharply intelligent with a great sense of humour. Her faith supported her in difficult times. I’m sure she will be missed by many. Sending love and light to you and yours. Sincerely, Ann and Tom.
Lori Wickham
Allison and Brad
There are no words to express how sorry we are for your loss
Allison, your Mom was a wonderful and strong woman and I remember so many intelligent conversations that we shared
Our thoughts are with you
Lori Wickham
Matt sends a huge hug in your time of loss
Don and Joanne McIntosh
Dear Brad and Allison,
We are so sorry to hear about Jane. She was always so good to Cheryl, and our family, and she will be deeply missed. Our sincere sympathy,
Don and Joanne McIntosh
Don & Julene Riley
Brad and family:
Sorry to hear about Jane. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
David Dore
So sorry to hear of Jane’s passing, but Praise The Lord she is in a better place HEAVEN. I worked under Jane at St. Joseph Hospital O R and she what a wonder supervisor, caring for her staff, and the patients a like.
What a wonderful Funeral service and a great testimony she had. Will continue to Pray for you all family, and that God will give you peace at this time.
Kevin and Carol Gurr
Dear Brad Allision and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We will all miss her warm smile generous heart and fun personality. Memories of Jane will never leave us!
love Kevin and Carol Gurr
Jeanie Boynton
My most sincere condolences to the family. I knew Jane as one of my Sisters in Choir and always enjoyed her down to earth manner and sense of humour. She will be missed!
Ed Holland
Brad—Allison, and Family–Our Condolences
Jane’s joy and courage during many recent trials was a real witness to her love and commitment to her Lord.
May God’s peace and comfort be yours as you move forth with so many great memories. Ed &Sandra
Cathy Wark
The Farewell Service “For Now” was truly a lovely celebration Brad. Jane was Remembered and Honoured with such love. Thank You Brad for sharing in your families grief. Hugs for now, until we meet again. Take good care.
Lindsay
I’m so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. I always enjoyed having a chat when she came to pick up her CPAP supplies.
Irene Buckland
Dear Brad and Allison
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I remember Jane as a force and have many wonderful memories of our studies together in the Post RN program. In addition to education, We both wanted babies. Years later, We laughed at the kids playing in the pool together, always commenting on how much Allison looked like Jane and Jamie didn’t look like me…
Sending much love at this difficult time
Xo Irene Buckland
Laura Medina
Brad, We are very sorry to learn of Jane’s passing. Our hearts goes to you and your family. Laura Medina and family.
Karen Bosazzi
Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. So sorry for your Loss.
June and Dennis Cator
Hi Brad and Allison, wishing you both well through this most difficult day God Bless you both
Karima & Tayir
We are very sorry to learn of Jane’s passing. She was a wonderful person and will be truly missed. May she rest peacefully.
Nelson and Kathy Bilyea
Brad and Allison,
Our sincere condolences at this time to the Finan family on your loss . Jane was a wonderful neighbour and person, I remember when we used to take the horses to your place for pasture and how much she enjoyed having them there. Our thoughts are with you .
Ed and Annelies Butler
Dear Brad and Allison,
We were so sorry to hear of Jane’s passsing.
As we think of you during this difficult time we want to share with you how Jane stayed with Ed during a sugar low at church which was very much appreciated.
God Bless
Ed and Annelies Butler
Mary Mishchenko
We are very sorry for the loss of your wife and mother, Brad and Allison. Our prayers are with you.
Tony and Mary Mishchenko
Ivan Ing
Dear Brad and Allison,
My deepest condolences to both of you during this time of loss. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family.
Paul Verscheure
Brad , Allison and the Finan Family,
So sorry to hear this news or Jane’s passing.
Always kind and warm to me when visiting your home in Tillsonburg growing up.
She led a very active and productive life.
Keep strong, she will be watching over you.
The Verscheure family.
Jean Kammermayer
Mary, so sorry to hear of the passing of your sister.
Ted ELLIOTT
Dear Brad and Allison,
So sorry to hear of Jane. Jane was one of my first clients in London. I always enjoyed seeing Jane and all the laughs we shared. She will be missed
Thinking of you both,
Ted Elliott
Con DiNino
I cherish the memories of a life fulfilled and honour Jane’s inspirational service to humanity
Wayne Jones
My deepest sympathy at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Bill.
Allan and Helen Job. Victoria B.C
Brad and Allison
Our hearts go out to you both and to your extended family and many friends whose lives were enriched having had Jane in your lives.
Perry and Silvana Gelakis
Dear Brad, we are very sadden to hear of your wife’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your daughter. Our deepest sympathy. Warmest regards, Silvana and Perry Gelakis
Tammy
So sorry to hear of the loss.
The Hawkins family.
Bill Merrylees
On behalf of the Kidsport London Jim Allen Memorial Golf Tournament please accept our most sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends during these unprecedented times.
Alex and Debbie Hyde
Dear Brad and Allison
Our hearts are saddened and shocked to hear of Jane’s passing. Our sincere condolences to you both.
Laurie Kay
Our deepest sympathies on the loss of Jane. Please know that we are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Laurie Kay and Sandy Oswick
Murray and Helen Furner
Dear Brad and Allison:
May the love and prayers that are being sent to you embrace you and give you strength, peace and hope during this difficult time. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Murray and Helen
Julie Dixon and Peter Westfall
Dear Brad and family, we were so sorry to hear that Jane passed away. We never met her but she seemed an amazing, loving person from her obituary and we can only guess what a huge hole her passing must have left in your lives. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John & Sheila Tiernay
Dear Brad ,
Our sincere condolences on the passing of your wife Jane. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Barb Fleet
So very sorry to learn of Jane’s passing . I am keeping you in my thoughts and praying that God will hold you close and give you peace and comfort now and in the days ahead.
Barry and Ruth McDowell
Brad and family please know we are thinking about you and praying for you at this difficult time. So very sorry for your loss.
Sherry
Not long ago I ran into Jane at the cancer centre. She asked if she could come and visit. It saddens me that we never got that visit in. May she Rest In Peace.
Rosanne Harburn
Dear Brad and Allison
On behalf of my parents (Denis & Melba St. Denis) and myself we are so deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Jane was an amazing person. Fun loving and thoughtful. She will be missed.
Gina
Dear Brad and Allison
I am so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. May God’s Peace and Love surround you… Always.
Love Gina and Jessica Lupson
Dave Cook
Brad and Family ,So Sorry for your loss . It has been many years since we have seen you , we see John and Martha occasionally . You have a good family close by . We will be thinking of you in these tough times . Dave & Donna Cook
Faye and Gord Eybergen
Our sincerest sympathy to you, Brad and Allison… Jane was a truly remarkable person and we are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nancy & Rob Cordell
Profound sadness on the loss of Jane. Jane & I became good friends @ St. Joe’s in the late 80’s. We were fortunate to be a part of a fabulous Women’s Group since that time & we are like family…so many good times. Along with the Shout Sisters Choir we had even more of a connection. Jane you were our medical resource, our storyteller & our forever friend. You will be missed however never forgotton. RIP my friend.
Beverly
Jane was a fun loving lady, she will be missed by so many.
Rest In Peace.
A St Joes nurse colleague.
Sharon Staffen
Dear Brad and Allison,
I am so deeply saddened by your loss. Only my prayers can speak to how I feel for you both.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading Jane’s and your mom’s life story. What a beautiful tribute to such an energetic, talented, intelligent, kind and caring wife, mom and friend. May the love that she held for both of you carry you through this difficult time.
Geraldine (Gerry ) Parsons
Brad & Allison
It breaks my heart to think of Jane not being of this world anymore. She was one of the best story tellers I have ever known. She was a joy to converse with because she had a vast array of knowledge on pretty much any topic.
Rest In Peace Jane
DONNA LANE
Always a very sad and hard time when we lose our dearest. Sending you and yours my sincere condolences . I met you and Jane through your Mom and Aunt Sheila. Donna Lane
Brenda Taylor
Heartfelt sympathy to Jane’s family – we met at Shout Sister Choir and I was delighted to see her at London Lightning basketball games as well. Her warm presence and easy laugh will be missed by many.
Birkett-Bella Family
Dear Brad & Allison:
We mourn the loss of Jane. She had such a joy for living. She was the ultimate nurse – practical and compassionate.
Forever grateful to Jane & Brad for my first cat, Punk! Straight off the farm! Will miss seeing photos of Jane at the Jays’ Spring training – watching the game and listening to it simultaneously on the radio, all suited up with big headphones. And, will most definitely miss her presence, and laugh, at family gatherings at the Finan’s.
You are in our thoughts. Sending big hugs to you both,
Leslie, Frank & Alex
Barb (Cheesman) Kurpita
Many happy memories with Jane taking my sis Sandra and I to see the Ice Capades and Peter Pan at Maple Leaf Gardens, Movies such as ‘Bedknobs and Broomsticks’ and ‘Mary Poppins’ and still the only time I’ve been to watch the Toronto Santa Claus parade In person. We were her ‘practice kids’ when she was fresh out of school! I remember secretly help with ‘decorating the car’ at your wedding then ‘giving it away’ on your way to see it…
A fun, loving and giving woman always!
My heartfelt sympathies to you all.
Barb
George Marr
Hi Brad
It broke my heart to hear about the loss of Jane. I will think of her every time I see the Jays play. We know you have your family and faith to help carry you through this time of transition. If you need anyone to chat with I am only a phone call away.
George and Carin Marr
Kathy Blackler
Our deepest sympathies to you Brad and Allison during this most difficult time of loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers and may Jane rest in peace and in the loving hands of God💔🌈💞
Sincerely
Kathy Blackler and family
Frank Dinino
Brad, I am saddened at your loss. Jane brought a smile to everyone when she walked in a room. A truly remarkable person who I will miss.
Your cousin Frank.
Tyler Shaule
Brad and family,
We are so sorry for your loss and will be praying for you all.
Tyler and Janet
Ann & Gary Revington
I enjoyed Jane’s presence at the bridge table. She was quick with a quip and had a joyful laugh. Our condolences to her family.
Jonathan Somerville
Dear Brad & Allison,
I’m so sorry for your loss of such a treasured person. Jane was a special lady to anyone she met, and we’re all better for having had met her. She will be greatly missed.
Donna Pautler
Dear Brad and Allison,
I am so saddened of hearing of Jane’s passing. We do know she is in the presence of Jesus but we will miss her so much. I will be praying for you for the presence of the Lord surrounds you with peace and comfort.
Love Donna
Luci Minogue
Praying for peace and comfort. Our deepest condolences to Brad and family. We’ll keep you in our thoughts.
Wayne and Luci Minogue
Janet
Brad and Allison,
So very sorry for your loss. You are both in my prayers.
Janet Ackland
Darlene Tompkins
Brad & Allison,
Thinking of you at this time. May God’s comforting arms surround you. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Love,
Bob & Darlene Tompkins
Barbara Johnson
Dear Brad and Allison
Our sincere condolences.
Dave and Barbara Johnson
Cathy Barclay
Brad & Allison
I went to Aqua Fit with Jane in St. Mary’s .
We had many good times along the way.
Jane was an extraordinary person who always tried to help anyone who needed it.
She will truly be missed by everyone.
My thoughts and prayers are with you both at this difficult time.
Jane Jongeneel
Brad and Allison I have such found memories of the times we spent together in our hood! Jane was a burst of light in every life she touched. Keeping you in my thoughts through this challenging time.
Hugs to both of you
The Seston Family
Brad and Allison
We were saddened to hear of Jane’s passing. As special as her nieces, nephews and grand nieces and grand nephews were to her, she was equally, if not more special to them.
No doubt she is in heaven caring for Alicia and waiting for spring training to resume.
Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Elizabeth Bildfell
Brad and Allison,
My condolences on Jane’s passing. I am sending hugs to you both.
Jane and I met many years ago when she was her first job in nursing. We became fast friends and experienced many adventures over the years. I will miss her steady calm competence, her no nonsense approach to life, her ability to get to the gist of issues cutting through any red herrings or spurious arguments, her caring, her sense of humour, her spirit of adventure, and her love for her family.
Patricia Dave Spence
We are so very sorry to learn of Jane’s passing. My memories of her while we were farming are sweet. She was always ready to lend a hand. May she rest peacefully.
Janet Marechaux
We loved our sister Jane. Will cherish the memories. Our family gathering will not be the same without her.
Janet and Max
The Sloetjes
The Finan Family
Our condolences to the whole Finan family. May Gods peace surround you all. Jane smile will be missed at CBC Church!
Dan and Carol Sloetjes and our family
Penny Altenburg-Emsley
Dear Brad & Allison,
I was so sorry to hear of Janes’ passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Penny
Penny Altenburg
Dear Brad & Allison,
I was so sorry to hear of Janes’ passing, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Penny
Betty Finnie
Dear Brad and Allison
I am so sad to hear the awful news of Jane’s ‘too early’ death.
I have such fond memories of time spent at SPCS all of those years ago Allison. Your mom was always ready to do what needed to be done and joined in on so many projects. I loved her laugh, her energy and all that she brought to the busy days of Home and School.
I’m sad for your profound loss.
Kindest regards
Betty Finnie and Breken
Carol Trickett
My sincere sympathy Brad and Allison. I know you will miss Jane dearly. She was a wonderful lady who did enjoy life to the fullest. And now in God’s presence forevermore we have the hope of seeing her again.
Much love to you both,
Carol Trickett
The Benner Family
Please accept our sympathy on the passing of Jane…Keeping you in our thoughts at this challenging time…The Benner Family
sheila Davis
Peace and love be with you.
Bob and Anne Pincombe and Family
Dear Brad and Allison ,
It is with a heavy heart that I learn of Jane’s passing.Her life span was far too short,but she certainly never wasted a minute of it.I have many good memories of the times we shared———-I will remember her generosity,enthusiasm and strength as she faced the many challenges in her life.
R.I.P Jane.
Tony and Susanne Baldeosingh
We praise God for Jane and the blessing that she has been to her family and to others! She brought great glory to our Jesus! She is now in the loving arms of our Lord and Saviour in Glory and has made that transition into everlasting.
Our thoughts, prayers and blessings are with Brad and family.
Tony and Susanne.
Eric Gerber
Dear Brad and Allison,
Our sincere condolences for the loss of Jane. She lived her life to the fullest. It has been our privilege and honour to have known her for many years. We will remember her tireless volunteering at church and her sense of humour. We already miss her.
Sue and Eric
Rene
Our sincere condolences to Brad and Allison and all of the family. This is a tremendous loss. Your’e in our thoughts and prayers.
Rene, Jamie & Gail
Maureen Hodgins
Brad and Allison
My thoughts and prayer are with you both during this time. Jane was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed by many.
God Bless,
Maureen Hodgins
Nancy Mills
We will always have cherished memories of Jane as a wonderful neighbor She will be truly missed sorry for your loss