Born and raised in Scranton, PA, Jane spent her childhood in the footsteps of her father, whose curiosity and intellect she deeply admired. From an early age, she possessed an inquisitive mind and a love for learning, soaking up every bit of information like a sponge, often amazing others with her wide range of interests and knowledge. 

As a young woman, Jane entered the convent, preparing to dedicate her life to God, but her heart would soon nudge her toward a different calling. During this time, she reunited with a high school sweetheart, whose devotion and enduring patience won her over. After eight years of discernment behind the convent walls, she chose a calling filled with family and partnership. Jane and Mike "Corby" married in 1964 and settled in Chili, a suburb of Rochester, New York, where they built a beautiful life together. 

In their beautiful white house, nestled within the backdrop of a parklike setting, the couple raised nine children. While nurturing her large family, Jane also dedicated herself to her profession as a registered nurse, further exemplifying her passion for serving others. Over the years, she held positions at Strong Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, and Crestwood Children’s Center. 

Jane and Corby shared a remarkable marriage, built on a foundation of mutual love and devotion to family. While their personalities were quite different, they complemented each other, and together they modeled for their children what it means to lead with kindness and generosity, while instilling in them the importance of faith and family. 

Like her mother, Jane believed that the best way to communicate love was through action. Whether through her homemade chocolate Easter bunnies, the extra special touches at Christmas, the personalized birthday dinners, or the smell of warm sticky buns on a Sunday morning, she showed her love in every thoughtful gesture. In recent years, she displayed the ultimate form of love when she tirelessly cared for her sick husband, personifying humility with each selfless act.    
Throughout her life, Jane’s generosity extended outside her home and into her community. As a devoted parishioner of St. Pius X Church, Jane was an active member of St. Pius X prayer group, Magnificat, served as a eucharistic minister to the housebound, and shared her talent decorating the church. 

From her mother, Jane learned the art of hospitality and the importance of social grace, which helped her foster lasting friendships. She maintained a large network of friends throughout her life, many of whom she had known since early childhood. They were comfortable confiding in her, trusting her discretion and her ability to listen without judgment or gossip. She treated her friends as family, inviting them into her home, whether to offer the support of prayer in times of need or to share the joys of life in celebration. 

One of Jane’s greatest joys came from her role as grandmother to twenty-two grandchildren. She cherished every moment spent with them, playing board games and endless rounds of Uno, putting together jigsaw puzzles, or tending to her garden. Each interaction was an opportunity for her to impart the values that defined her life, shaping a new generation. 

Jane loved nothing more than gathering family under one roof and filling the space with laughter, stories, and celebration. Her legendary family parties, complete with friendship bread and ice cream cake, will remain treasured memories for all who were lucky enough to know her. 

Jane’s life was beautifully lived, and she leaves behind a legacy of faith, kindness, and a generous spirit. May she now rest peacefully in the presence of God and in the embrace of her one true love.