Birth date: Jul 22, 1927 Death date: Jan 11, 2026
The poet says: “A life well lived is a precious gift/of hope and strength and grace/from someone who has made our world a brighter, better place.” That line was never truer than when describing the life of Jane Kirkpatrick. Jane Read Obituary
I loved coming downstairs on a daily basis to walk in her room, talk with her on how her day was going, what books she read that day and of course bring her the “baby dog”, “hotshot”.
She was my Chick-fil-A and Whataburger buddy (pickles, cheese and mayo only!) and every time I tried to pay, in true Oma form, she would refuse and hand me a bill.
I am so fortunate to have known her and have another grandma in my life for the last 8 years. Love you, Oma!
She was my best friend, if I ever had a problem I could always call her and just vent, over time she learned to just say I’m sorry babe that sucks, - she used to try to always wanna fix the problem which I didn’t need her to fix I loved being able to just go over and spend time with her even just being in the room was calming for me! Ever since I was 2 I would go on cruises and it was so much fun! I don’t have much memories of traveling but I remember the “fancy” dinners and game nights with everyone
She was always cold so I started making her no sew blankets with owls on them she LOVED THEM!!!
She was one of the smartest women know! Most of the time growing up she would let me win with cards. She taught me how to play bridge when I was younger (don’t really remember) but my mom says I was taught.
I most recently learned that she was a big dancer with Opa so I’m glad they are able to dance everyday now!
Love you so much oma!!! Forever and always!
