8/20/1926 – 10/31/2018
Jane died peacefully with her daughter holding her hand after a brief illness.
Jane was preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, Willard Jorgenson, daughter-in-law, Heather Norvig, parents Paul and Susan Harris and siblings Vivian Harris, Donald Harris and Elizabeth Anderson.
She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Kimberly and John Norvig of Omaha, two grandsons, Ben Norvig of Gretna, Justin Norvig of Omaha and her great-granddaughters, Faith, Hope and Grace Norvig of Gretna.
She also is survived by brother-in-law, Morris Anderson of Stillwater, MN, and sister-in-laws Bernice Harris of Holdrege, NE and Betty Nelson of Helena, GA as well as nieces, nephews and good friends.
Jane was born in Fairview, OK, grew up in Axtell, NE and graduated from Kearney State Teacher’s College. Jane met her husband Willard in Fremont where they lived for 26 years. Jane taught high school English and was a drama coach until she chose to stay home and be a full-time homemaker. Jane liked to read, garden, listen to classical music, draw house plans for fun and adored children, always had an abundant supply of “Tic-Tacs” for them. She especially delighted in spending time with her family whom she dearly loved. She and her family were very involved with the Alliance Church in Fremont.
Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 PM followed by short memorial service and dessert reception on Friday, Nov 9, 2018 at The Lighthouse (17600 Arbor St). Memorials may be directed to the family for a later designation.
A very sincere and heartfelt thanks to the staff at The Lighthouse and to St. Croix Hospice.
Kim,
Hello to you, once a sweet girl, when I babysat for you years ago, and now a lovely woman.Your mom was so proud of you.
Many times through the years I have written to Jane to thank her for her profound influence in shaping the kind of woman I would become. I always loved to be in your home, and, as a ten year old, I was impressed by the bust of Shakespeare, by all the books she had and read, and by her love of classical music. She was so kind to me after my father died, spending time with me, a ten year old, as we pondered life and literature while sitting on a pale green, silk-covered couch. I am sure she is why I also became a high school English teacher and a drama coach. She had the softest voice and the most surprising laugh which bubbled up easily. She was both deeply serious and fun-loving. What a blessing she was in my life. She is forever in my heart.
Love and prayers
To the Family, so sorry for your loss. Hope you will be comforted in knowing that Jane has the prospect of being resurrected, healthy (in the flesh), to Paradise Earth just as Jehovah God has promised. In fact , the vast majority will enjoy everlasting life right here on earth as God had intended from the beginning. God’s Kingdom will do this under the rule of Jesus Christ. READ John 5:28, 29, Job 14:14, 15,Psalms 37:29,Matthew 6:9,10, Matthew 5:5 and Revelation 21:2-4
I have wonderful childhood memories of the lovely “Mrs J.” With sympathy to you and your family.
Kim and John
So sorry for your lost. Or prayers and deepest sympathy to you and the family. 1Peter 5:7 Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you.
So many good memories of times with your parents, Kim. I still remember the gardening/ plant ‘tips your mom passed along to me. You loved her well and she passed into the next life knowing that. Praying for you and your family at this time, with love.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Jeff and Ronda Allen
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love and hugs.
Ed and Esther Criger
Oh! 😞 She was so very beautiful inside and out. Happy she went peacefully with you beside her. Bet she and my mom are already together up in heaven enjoying each other again ❤️ May God give you extra special comfort. I know how much the heart can hurt. Sending you my love.
Kim, so very sorry to see this. It is so hard to lose your Mother. Remember David’s sermon 3days before my Mom died., He said how wonderful that day will be when we look upon the face of God. No sorrow, no pain and feel an overwhelming love not felt before. Blessings to you and your family.