Elizabeth Jane Newman
July 16, 1925 ~ February 27, 2017
Elizabeth Jane (Johnson) Newman, 91, Mooresville, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 27, 2017, in Meadow Lakes Assisted Living, where she had been a resident recently. Jane was born July 16, 1925, in Hall, Indiana, to the late Harry N. and Dorris L. (Marsh) Johnson. She married Jim Newman on April 18, 1953, and they were married 49 years prior to his death.
Jane graduated from Monrovia High School and attended Indiana University. She worked at Eli Lilly & Co. for 35 years. She was a member of the Monrovia Christian Church. Jane was an avid golfer and enjoyed playing bridge, gardening, traveling, and reading.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Jim Newman; a sister, Lou Potter; and brother-in-law, Hank Potter.
She leaves behind her brother, Max Johnson; a niece, Jane Ann McVey; great nephew, Todd Storm; great niece, Tosha Matthews; five great great nieces and nephews.
The family wishes to extend a special acknowledgment and sincere appreciation to Dr. Eric Wymer for his care and to the staff at Meadow Lakes for their kindness.
According to Jane's wishes, visitation will not be observed. Following a private family service, she will be buried in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville, is in charge of arrangements. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Aunt Jane was such a sweet caring lady and we will miss her dearly. She always treated me with love and admiration. I will never forget when she visited us in Texas several years ago. One day i came home early from work and i saw a lady on a ladder outside my office window at the house cleaning the windows. She was so funny when i told her to get off that ladder. Her house was so clean and emaculate. If there was a mess, Aunt Jane was going to make sure it was cleaned. I bet she is the first one god let clean the pearly gates!!!! We love you Aunt Jane!!!!
Thanks Ray for the sweet comments. I remember the window washing so well – good memories. She was very good and loving to all of us. We will miss her.
We have fond memories of Jane and Jim. Jane and our Dad were first cousins.
She and Jim were always so kind and loving when we saw them; always beautiful and their home was always absolutely lovely and immaculate! Our love and condolences to her brother, Max, and the rest of our family.. Dixie McCloud Kivett (Jeff) and Dianna McCloud Shuler (Bob)
Jane was our most wonderful neighbor for 14 years. We had a standing Friday night dinner at each other’s home for many years. Jane took care of us, and we took care of her. She was a part of our family and will be terribly missed. We send our love and prayers to you and your family.
Cindi and Dave Hill
Aunt Jane
Thank you for your sweet and kind words…. oh how she looked forward to those Friday night dinners with you….thank you so much for your continued devotion to her.
I’m sorry this is so late but I just heard about Mrs. Newman’s passing yesterday. I’m so sorry to hear about this, she was quite the lady and a wonderful neighbor and friend to my mom, Sadie Shrout. I enjoyed our talks those last few months before she changed residences. Our prayers for her family and friends, she will be missed by many.