Jane Boger Deane

Jane Boger Deane passed away Sunday, February 27, 2022, with family by her side after a period of declining health. Her memorial service will be at 4:00 pm on Saturday, March 5, at North Albemarle Baptist Church in Albemarle, NC. There will also be an informal visitation in the church fellowship hall before the service at 3:00 pm.

Jane Marie Harrington was born on February 9, 1930, in Albemarle, N.C. to parents Vance Benton and Dora Lee Mann Harrington. She was pre-deceased by her two husbands, parents, siblings; Marshall Brian Harrington and twin, Myron Gene Harrington Sr. Jane graduated from Albemarle High School and remained in touch with classmates throughout her life.

On November 21, 1947, Jane married Francis Eugene “Gene” Boger, her husband of 45 years. Gene passed away in April of 1992 and she later married John “Bill” Deane who passed away in 2007. Jane is survived by her three loving children, Phillip Eugene Boger, Ellen Boger Houck (Mike), and Judy Boger Stiller; 6 grandchildren, Kevin Houck, Deedi Whitley, Steven Houck, Randy Nash, Russ Boger, and Jonathan Boger; 14 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter and special friends, Betty and Ernie Vanhoy.

Jane was a wonderfully rare soul; feisty, strong-willed but at the same time, kind and generous. She loved unconditionally and cherished her children and grandchildren. Jane is remembered as an honorable, gifted, loving woman who worked hard with admirable endurance. She overcame obstacles, often turning them into successes. She took care of others in illness and endured her own with poise.

Jane was an avid reader, enjoyed family gatherings, helping others, traveling, playing card games, and sports - especially Braves baseball. She was a skillful softball player for 20+ years pitching and playing first base. Jane enjoyed being physically active and was a great swimmer. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. She lovingly prepared dinner every Sunday for her children and grandchildren, providing a place for her family to spend time together.

Jane worked with the public well into her senior years, but she was most passionate about her Christian faith. Being a devoted, lifelong member of North Albemarle Baptist Church, she served unselfishly, teaching classes, singing in the choir, and serving in many positions in the church and Baptist Association. She and her husband Gene were personally involved in home and foreign missions. Jane was passionate about teaching the Good News of Jesus Christ.

Jane lived a full, vibrant life with dignity and honor, worthy of respect. Even though she is no longer physically with us, her eternal spirit is very present to us each day. Her family will miss Jane dearly but can rejoice in knowing she is in peace and resting as the good and faithful servant she was. We are so grateful for the time we had to spend with her. We will always feel her presence in our hearts.

In lieu of flowers family request you give a memorial to North Albemarle Baptist Church, 401 Park Ridge Road, Albemarle, NC 28001

Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Jane Boger Deane family.