YOUR MOTHER WAS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PERSONS THAT I EVER MET. SHE TOOK THIS 22 YEAR OLD TEACHER UNDER HER WINGS AND GUIDED HIM THROUGH HIS FIRST YEAR OF TEACHING. HER KINDNESS AND CARING FOR PEOPLE WILL SURELY BE MISSED. BLESSING ALWAYS, HARRY

My Aunt Jane was my FAVORITE AUNT! I remember when I was only four or five I was bit by a HORNET outside the corn crib on our farm in Creston, WV. That Hornet landed on my EYE and was sitting on my eye lid, so I panicked and flicked it off and it bit me on the tip of my finger and it hurt like HELL, I remember screaming and crying of course in pain and my Aunt Jane came running out of the house, picked me up in her arms and quickly ascertained I had been bitten by one of the many hazards found on our farm that included Rattlesnakes and meaner than mean Copper Head snakes. She got me in the house and the tip of my finger was swollen and turning purple and my Aunt put medication on my finger to draw the poison out and was there to comfort me, and calm me down. I remember the situation as an early trauma in my young life, and I remember feeling SAVED by my Aunt Jane talking about that mean old Hornet, and how everything was gonna be alright now, and it was. I loved my Aunt Jane very much and I always have since i was old enough to remember —–

Jane lived on the same hallway in the same nursing home as my parents in Charlotte, NC. They all sat at the same table and she joined us in worship on Wed. and Sun. morning services. She always had a smile and such a gentle, loving spirit. My mom is nonverbal now, but Jane and she shared many smiles and often sat beside each other at activities. She was my "ladybug" – my special nickname for her and we had our own form of greeting. I will miss her so much but am thankful she no longer is in pain or confused. Thank you, Nick and Cindy, for sharing her with us. We love you both and pray for God’s comfort. If ever there was an appropriate verse, it is, "Precious in the sight of the LORD is the death of his faithful servants. (Psalm 116:5 NIV) for surely Jane was faithful. Love you all very much. Joe and Julie

We are fortunate to have known Jane for so long. She played many roles in both of our lives, and over time she became our friend. We will miss her greatly. Lou and Patricia Maranzana

Nick and Cindy, I just heard of the passing of your mother. I was so sorry to hear this news. Jane was a sweet, sweet lady and I enjoyed getting to know her at Asbury. You will miss her very much, however, know that she is completely healed and with your dad now and healthy and happy. I will be lifting you up in my prayers in the coming days as you adjust to life without your precious mother. Jane will be truly missed. Love and prayers to you both.

Jane was my father, Frank Schwall’s, protege’ in the Guidance Department at South Broward High School. I knew her pretty much my whole life (from early childhood through high school and beyond) and loved her like a most-beloved member of our own family. As my father’s health became more and more compromised throughout the ’60s, Jane took over the department with his full confidence in her character and ability. Sail on, Dear Jane — I will always remember you whirling through your days in a "full steam ahead" fashion — always on your way somewhere and refreshingly confident about your destination, even if it ended up being a complete surprise! Have a sweet rest, now. You have traveled far… Love, Judith (on behalf of my dad, too!)

I met Jane in 1987 when I got my first job as a guidance counselor. She was my boss, teacher, mentor and friend. She taught me all about school guidance but above all, she taught me how to be a good human being. She was loving kind, generous, funny, very wise, patient and above all humble! What a role model. Jane has had a tremendous impact on my life. We love you, Jane and will miss you!

Nick and Cindy, I am so sorry for your loss. I was looking at the lovely slide presentation and in the group pictures, I recognized your mothers beautiful smile. She was always smiling! She really seemed to enjoy her "outings" when I asked her about them. Especially Dairy Queen!!

Dear Nick and Cindy I am so sorry for the loss of your mother, I know that you both know what an amazing woman she was. I loved her so much, she was so good to me and she was a life saver for me when I was so homesick and always made me come down for a good meal.She always opened up her house to me and my friends whenever we came down on vacation., I know she’s in heaven with all the Leones’ and all the woman are cooking for her and all the men are sitting around smoking cigars and playing poker. She was the most intelligent, quick witted and kindest person I ever met. I will always remember her and i know she is sitting at the right hand of God. I will talk to you both very soon. Much love Toni Girl, Nick, Kayla and Vincent Nicholas.

After watching the video, my eyes are too full of tears. Larry and I loved Jane. So was SO SPECIAL. She will be missed.

I met Jane Leone while she was a resident of Asbury Care Center, Charlotte, NC. I was acquainted with her for only a short while, but her declining health could not hide her beautiful, loving and caring spirit. Whenever I greeted her, I knew I would get a warm smile and a gentle handshake. I miss seeing and exchanging a few words with her. Nick and Cindy, may happy memories brighten your moments of sadness.

Our noble lioness has left the building. But her radiance will shine on forever. Jane Leone radiated graciousness and kindness and selflessness and joy her entire life. Who would have guessed that that slender little girl from the hollers of West Virginia would grow up to be such a superstar? She became the assistant superintendent of the entire Broward County School District. She never said one bad word about another human being. She without fail remembered birthdays, anniversaries, and Christmases. She spent her money on others and not herself. Even at the end of her life when she couldn’t walk and her mind sometimes failed her, she was still radiant. If you asked her at that time how she was, her response was invariably "I am very well. And how are you?" And she meant it! Sail on, my brilliant and beautiful mother-in-law. We miss you terribly.