Jane was an amazing neighbor and surrogate grandmother for my children! She was always up for anything. She took rides on the pony cart,  wanted to meet every new farm animal born or brought onto the farm, helped give bottles to the calves, came over for piano recitals and birthdays , had us over for lunch and tea parties, invited us and our dogs and cats over to take refuge in her basement during tornado watches, and was a good friend! She was always cheerful, kind, helpful, caring, humorous, and loving! She was a great neighbor and friend and we love her! ❤️

So sorry to hear of Jane's death. There must've beeb a hole in the firmament that needed filled. To me, she was the perfect Mom for a best friend. I always thought all she ever wanted ws too care for her kids and their dad. She was proficient at it. Thinking of you. Vince & Judy.
- Jim

Got this from a post on the Internet a few years ago.
I couldn't have said it better.

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Helen Jane Reed

May 12, 1929 – February 5, 2023

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