Jane Rosella Crosby Wesley

January 8th, 1919 - April 11th, 2014

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Jane Rosella Huesner Nelson Crosby Wesley Jane, 95, peacefully passed away Friday, April 11, 2014. She was born January 8, 1919, in Fort Wayne, Indiana. In 1937, she married Ellis Nelson, divorcing 8 years later. On September 21, 1945 she married Herbert Calvin Crosby who was born February 28, 1920. They had three children. Jane and her family moved to Donalsonville, Georgia, in 1958. Jane was well known for her watercolor paintings, needlework, quilting and musical talents. Jane is listed in ""Who's Who of American Women"" [1972] and ""Personalities of the South"" for her paintings that have appeared in the Atlanta Constitution Magazine, ""Grit"" and various exhibits. She won many ribbons for her hand stitched and original design quilts. She also entertained WWII troops at Baer Field, Fort Wayne, Indiana, playing her accordion, receiving military recognition for doing so. She played the piano, organ and accordion throughout her life. After Herb's death in 1991, she married Raymond Franklin Wesley in 1994, who died in 2002. Following his death, she moved to Titusville, Florida, where she resided with her daughter and son-in-law until her death. Jane is preceded in death by her parents, Charles and Amanda [Golden] Huesner, two half-brothers and one half-sister; son, Capt. Herbert C. Crosby, US Army, Vietnam, January 10, 1970. Jane is survived by daughters Jane Roseanne Crosby of Kingston Springs, Tennessee, Marylou Crosby (Dan) Wade of Titusville, Florida, and son Jason Clarke (Angela) Crosby of Columbus, Georgia; six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. A memorial service will be held Saturday, April 26, 2014, from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. at Friendship United Methodist Church, Highway 84, Donalsonville, GA. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hospice of St. Francis, 1250-B Grumman Place, Titusville, Florida, 32780, or to the Crosby Army ROTC Scholarship, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Office of Development, 600 S. Clyde Morris Blvd., Daytona Beach, FL 32114.

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April 14, 2014 at 12:00 AM

She was a great lady. I know she'll be missed.

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April 18, 2014 at 12:00 AM

May your Mother rest in peace and may you find comfort in knowing that you were the very best daughter every Mother wishes for.Ski & Ellen

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April 14, 2014 at 12:00 AM

What a wonderful, creative, talented person Aunt Jane was. Her large smile & laughter will not be forgotten. We will miss her here in Fort Wayne. Our sympathies to Marylou, Dan, & Janie, & Jason. Love, Terry & Mandy O'Connor

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April 23, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Thank you mom for marrying dad and bringing me into this world. You nurtured me and taught me well. Your enormous creative talents shined brightly in everything you did. You could budget for anything, make anything and still save money (hidden in all those special hiding places). You taught me to sew, to needlepoint, to play the piano, to always look my best, to proudly hold my head high to accomplish whatever task, whatever the outcome, to be proud. You taught me love, and the meaning of patience.I hold dear the past 12 years that you lived with Dan and me as I could return just a fraction of caregiving that you gave a lifetime of to me. A part of my heart is gone, and it will take time to heal, yet the void will never fill up again until we're together. May God comfort you mom, and give you peace. May He hold you tight and take you home.I'm happy that you're with Herby and Dad now. Give them both a hug for me. I miss you mom. Love you and I thank you for everything you gave up for me, everything you did for me and for loving me. Remember, "It's okay. It's going to be all okay." Marylou

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April 22, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Rest in peace,Mom.

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April 13, 2014 at 12:00 AM

Her laugh always made me smile. A wonderful woman so loved by her family and friends. She is at peace with her two beloved Herberts. My heart goes out to MaryLou, Janey, Jason, Dan and her grandchildren. I know she is playing her accordion to the Crosbys in Heaven!

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April 29, 2014 at 12:00 AM

It is with both joy and thanksgiving that I fondly remember Ms. Jane. The Crosbys brought a new era to our area when the boat Factory came.God Bless each and everyone of you.Rose

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April 13, 2014 at 12:00 AM

We celebrate Jane's life and her sweet graciousness and generosity of spirit.Surely she resides in the presence of the heavenly Father, with her beloved son Herbie and the love of her life, Herb.

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April 16, 2014 at 12:00 AM

She was a wonderful lady and a friend to many. We have over the years talked lovingly about " Miss" Jane and Herb. They both were very special people to both of us.We were saddened to hear about the passing of your mother .You are in our prayers. Jeanie and Doc

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