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Jane H. Hessian

1945 - 2025

Jane H. Hessian obituary, 1945-2025, Janesville, WI

BORN

1945

DIED

2025

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Schneider Funeral Directors

1800 East Racine Street

Janesville, Wisconsin

Jane Hessian Obituary

Janesville, WI - Jane Helen Hessian, age 80, passed away at Javon Bea Hospital in Rockford, IL on Sunday, June 15, 2025. She was born on May 8, 1945 in Milwaukee, WI, the daughter of Gustave Beilke and Viola Witt. She married Thomas Hessian on November 20, 1965. Jane attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and Kansas State University. She was a lifelong resident of Janesville and started her career first working at Milton College and later retired from Beloit College as Director of Financial Aid. She also worked for Woodman's part time for many years.

Jane's many hobbies and activities included horseback riding, which was a lifelong dream, bowling, golfing, deer hunting, crocheting baby blankets for coworkers, road trips to casinos, and cheering on the Badgers and Packers. She enjoyed all family gatherings and would travel near or far for them. Above everything, she loved being a mother and grandmother. Her devotion and love for her family will always be remembered.

Jane is survived by her two daughters, Cheryl (William) Carter and Debbie (Scott) Hessian-Kjornes; grandchildren: Drew (Cynthia) Carter, Milo Carter, and Rowan Kjornes; sister, Rhee Ellen Wright; and Miss Liberty Belle aka "Wigglebutt", her beloved golden retriever. She was preceded in death by her parents, other family members, and many pets.

A celebration of life will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at Schneider Life celebration center. SCHNEIDER FUNERAL DIRECTORS is assisting the family. For online condolences and guestbook, please visit: www.schneiderfuneraldirectors.com

A special thank you to friends and sisters of the heart Lorrie, Cyndee, Kathy, Judie, Connie and cousin Joann for their love and support.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Chasing Chad charity or the Humane Society of Southern Wisconsin.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette from Jul. 3 to Jul. 4, 2025.

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