Jane Marie Cassell, age 86, of Kentwood, MI, formerly of Gladstone, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Saturday, March 30, 2024 at her home.
Jane was born on September 27, 1937 in Escanaba, the daughter of Frank and Ida (Enstrom) Jandro. She graduated from Gladstone High School and went on to earn her Associate’s degree as an LPN. Jane was united in marriage to Wayne Cassell on July 20, 1957. Together they spent 66 wonderful years together. Jane ended her working career as an LPN at UP Health System Doctors Park in Escanaba.
Jane enjoyed several hobbies including knitting, basket making, puzzles, and she and Wayne loved to jump in the car and travel. She resided in Gladstone until 1996 when they moved down to Florida. In 2009, they moved back to Michigan to the Grand Rapids area. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, who will miss her dearly.
Jane is survived by her loving husband Wayne Cassell; children Bruce Cassell, Christine (Mike) Mineau, and Linda (Derek) Haan; sister in-law Rose Jandro, brother in-law George and Maria Cassell, 7 grandchildren, and 6 great grandchildren. Jane was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Marvin Jandro.
A memorial service will be held at St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Grand Rapids , MI on April 27 at 2:00 pm. Light refreshments to follow.
Bob & Joanne Snowaert - Gladstone , Mi
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to the Cassell & Jandro family’s. I got to know Wayne & Jane through working with Wayne at REA ( Alger-Delta Co-op) for many years. They surely enjoyed their traveling experiences after they retired, and moving down to Florida and then back to Michigan to be near family. Jane was such a nice person and I am sure that your family will miss her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Tammy (Maki) Hanson - ESCANABA, MI
I am so very sorry for your loss.
I remember your mom as a very kind woman.
My sincere condolences.
Jerry and Gloria Thorsen - Grand Haven , MI
We have many fond memories of Jane from our younger years. She was a dear friend and will certainly be missed. Our hearts go out to Wayne and family…know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.