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Jane M. Gumble

  • October 1, 1926 - February 9, 2012
  • Springfield, Illinois
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“Gretchen- I am so to hear about your mother, we will keep you and your family in our prayers. May God comfort you and your family in this ...Read More » ”
1 of 20 | Posted by: Debbie Ehemann - Greendale, WI

“We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. ”
2 of 20 | Posted by: Tim and LuLu Stout - IL

“Rick and I were so sad to hear about Jane's death. She will always be Mary's Mom to us and we remember many, many good times with the family. She...Read More » ”
3 of 20 | Posted by: Jill Hart - Whitefish Bay, WI

“I have many fond memories of visiting the Gumble's during the summer as a child. Aunt Jane's love was evident in everything she did and she always...Read More » ”
4 of 20 | Posted by: Mike & Sheri Perez - Peoria, IL

“Thoughts and prayers from the Cunningham's on your loss. She was a CLASSY LADY. ”
5 of 20 | Posted by: J.P. CUNNINGHAM - SPRINGFIELD, IL

“Steve, So sorry for your loss, with deepest sympathy to your entire family. Brian ”
6 of 20 | Posted by: Brian L. Stapleton - Crofton, MD

“Jane is a beautiful woman. My lasting vision of her was when she visited her mother at St Joseph Home. My dad was a resident across the hall. Jane...Read More » ”
7 of 20 | Posted by: Don Ford - Springfield, IL

“Dear Laura, Steve, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mother was the sweetest mother to all. I have such fond memories of her and Dean...Read More » ”
8 of 20 | Posted by: Noreen Gant - Creve Coeur, MO

“My prayers are with the Gumble Family. I can not watch football at Thanksgiving without remembering the many turkey dinners that were served with...Read More » ”
9 of 20 | Posted by: Jerome Perez - Sycamore, IL

“Dear Becky and the entire Gumble family, We want you to know that you are in our hearts and prayers at this time. Your mom taught us so much about...Read More » ”
10 of 20 | Posted by: Lorrie Brown - Glenwood Springs, CO

“To the Gumbles, please accept my condolences on Aunt Jane's passing. I will always remember fondly the holiday trips to Springfield and how warm and...Read More » ”
11 of 20 | Posted by: Joe Perez, Jr. - Langley, WA

“Our sympathy and prayers to you and your family. May your wonderful memories help you through your sadness at this time. ”
12 of 20 | Posted by: Dennis & Karen Dougherty - IL

“God bless you all! Janie was one GREAT LADY. I am priviledged to have known her and Dean. My memories will include visiting with Janie and how...Read More » ”
13 of 20 | Posted by: Tana Alexander - Akron, OH

“Patti,our thoughts and prayers are with you,Jim,Kyle,Bethany,Mary and Sarah. And,your brothers, sisters, in-laws and the grandchildren. ”
14 of 20 | Posted by: Sue & Rhonda - ME

“God Speed, Janie. Give my love to Dean and Shorty. Lynnie ”
15 of 20 | Posted by: Lynn - Springfield, IL, IL

“John, really sorry to hear about your mothers passing. Hope your family is doing well. Richard ”
16 of 20 | Posted by: richard hampton - Effingham, IL

“Our deepest sympathy goes out to all those whose lives this wonderful woman has touched. In saddnes and with love, Allison & Guy ”
17 of 20 | Posted by: Allison & Guy Thompson - Wells, ME

“"Extending my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and praying that your faith will give you strength in this sad time." ”
18 of 20 | Posted by: Robbie and Linda Strayer - IL

“"Your mom was a very special lady and loved by everyone who knew her. Please know that we share in your grief and extend our deepest sympathy to you...Read More » ”
19 of 20 | Posted by: Don and Jenny Heaton - IL

“Dear Becky, Please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother. I remember her for how much she and your father enjoyed their pets. Peace...Read More » ”
20 of 20 | Posted by: Greg Hurst - Springfield, IL


Jane M. Cooney Gumble, 85, of Springfield, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2012 at St. John's Hospice. She was born October 1, 1926 in Pittsburgh, PA, the daughter of Joe and Josephine Tigue Cooney. She married R. Dean Gumble on December 27, 1952, in Pittsburgh. He preceded her in death on November 1, 2009. Jane graduated from St. John's High School in Pittston, PA and from the University of Pittsburgh. She later attended the University of Miami in Coral Gables and the University of Illinois. She taught in Pittsburgh, PA and Springfield IL District 186 for over thirty-five years. She was a member of Church of the Little Flower. Jane was also preceded in death by her parents and a daughter, Mary Gumble Levy. She is survived by four sons, Mark (companion, Marianne), John (wife, Madeline), Frank "Greg" (wife, Tammy), Steve (wife, Lori); five daughters, Patti (husband, Jim) Berger, Laura (husband, Mike) Ray, Rose Gumble, Gretchen (husband, Jon) Grieser, Becky (husband, Adam) Giganti; son-in-law, Ron Levy; twenty-one grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. Jane's proudest accomplishment was raising ten children with Dean, who all remain great friends. Visitation: Family will receive friends from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 12, 2012 at Kirlin-Egan & Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Visitation will begin with a prayer service at 4:00 p.m. Funeral Mass: 10:30 a.m. on Monday, February 13, 2012 at Church of the Little Flower, 800 Stevenson Drive, Springfield, with the Rev. Msgr. John R. Ossola, celebrant. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary Gumble Levy Tribute Award c/o St. Louis University, School of Public Health, 3663 Lindell Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108.