Margaret "Janie" Ailshie

Margaret “Janie” Ailshie was born in Pontiac, IL to Barbara and John Jobst in 1946. Most of her childhood was spent moving around the United States and Germany as her father was a lieutenant colonel in the US Army. Janie had a thirst for knowledge and would spend the next 35 years with a fulfilling career in elementary education. She enjoyed playing bridge, the fellowship at her church, and always loved a slice of her mother’s coconut cake. For 40 years, Janie courageously fought MS; survived a heart attack; and these last few years, she held cancer at bay. Janie was a fighter and a survivor who showed courage with a consistently positive attitude; a friend with a warm smile; and had a genuine desire to live independently. She cherished her lifelong friendships. A service will be planned and held at a later time. Janie is survived by siblings; Jack Jobst (Debbie), Joan Fries (John), Joe Jobst (Vicki), children; Beth Feit (Jon), Rob Ailshie (Whitney), and 4 grandchildren (Caroline, Joshua, Scarlett, and Remy).