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Jane Kay Wells, 82, of Fairland

Jane Kay Wells, 82, of Fairland, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024, at Franciscan St. Francis Health in Indianapolis.
She was born January 10, 1942, in Shelbyville, the daughter of Joseph Jefferson and Helen Louise (Gahimer) Rice.   On February 13, 1964, she married Byron Charles Wells, and he preceded her in death on November 5, 2013.
Jane is survived by her loving daughters, Roxanne Lemmon and husband, Jeff, of Howe, and Jodie Moore of Shelbyville; grandchildren, Ryan Wells, Sasha Lindwedel, Miranda Lindwedel and husband, Quinton Jones, Kyndra Phelps and Brady Moore; great-grandchildren, Madison Wells, Mallory Wells, Tinley Wells, Easton Wells, Jordyn Grant, Emery Grant, Esme Phelps and James Hodges; and several nieces including Cheryl Muench.
In addition to Byron, Jane was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Nancy Muench; and brother-in-law, Charles Muench.
She was a member of New Life United Methodist Church.
In 1960, Jane graduated from Triton Central High School.  She continued her education at Indiana University School of Nursing and became a Registered Nurse.  Her career as a Registered Nurse spanned over 40 years.  She worked as the In-service director at Heritage House, and later retired from Morristown Manor.
Jane enjoyed going fishing, planting flowers and boating. 
She was a wonderful cook and loved to spend time with her family.
Jane also leaves behind her dog, Rosie.
Visitation will be from 4 to 7 pm, Friday, November 1, 2024, at Freeman Family Funeral Homes and Crematory, Carmony-Ewing Chapel, 819 S. Harrison St. in Shelbyville.
Funeral services will be at 10 am, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the funeral home, with Pastor David Lee officiating.
Interment will be at Bennett Cemetery in Ray’s Crossing.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 840692, Dallas, Texas 75284-0692.
Online condolences may be shared with Jane’s family at www.freemanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.

 

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