Jane L. Wagner, 70, of Mount Union, passed away at 6:15 p.m. on Sunday August 4, 2019 at her home.
Born December 9, 1948 in Lewistown, she was the daughter of the late, David E. and Anne (Fry) Wolfgang.
Jane is survived by her sister, Anne Becker, and companion Richard Dillman of Lewistown, a dear cousin, David Fry, nephews, David Becker, Matthew Becker and wife Lori, and Adam Becker and wife Kathleen, and great nieces and nephews, Megan, Alaia, Evan, Kayli, and Macy Jane Becker, and Tristan Hileman.
Jane was employed at Mt. Union High School and retired in 2004 after 34 years of service. Serving as head of the English Department, she mentored many students and teachers throughout her tenure. Jane was loved by all in her school, and was voted teacher of the year in 2004. She was very involved and passionate about the dramatic productions she directed during her time at the school. After retirement, she was a member of the Mt. Union School Board from 2005-2017, serving as vice president for 4 years and president for 6. She also became an active member of the Mt. Union Friends of the Library after her retirement. In her free time, she enjoyed antiquing, and traveling to the beach, especially Ocean City, MD. Most of all, Jane adored her family, and took great joy in giving gifts to them. She will be dearly missed.
A memorial service in loving memory of Jane will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Monday August 12, 2019 at First United Methodist Church, 200 E Third Street, Lewistown, with Rev Karen McCachren to officiate. There will be a time of visitation held from 6:00 p.m. until time of service at the church.
Interment will be private and at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are under the care of the Barr Funeral Home Inc. and Crematory, 120 Logan Street, Lewistown.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jane’s memory are respectfully encouraged to: Mt. Union Community Library, 11 W Market St, Mt. Union, PA 17066, or a charity of one’s choice.
Online condolences can be offered to the family at www.barrfh.com