Jane Zima, age 71, of Darboy, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 after surviving ovarian cancer for over 14 years. She was born on May 28, 1942 in Johnson Creek, to the late George and Dorothy (Jones) Trachte. Jane was baptized, confirmed and married at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Johnson Creek. She…
Continue ReadingJane Zima, age 71, of Darboy, passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2014 after surviving ovarian cancer for over 14 years. She was born on May 28, 1942 in Johnson Creek, to the late George and Dorothy (Jones) Trachte. Jane was baptized, confirmed and married at St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Johnson Creek. She graduated from Johnson Creek High School in 1960 and UW-Whitewater in 1964, with a music education degree. Jane and Matthew “Matt” Zima were married February 3, 1968. They lived in Kohler, West Bend, Neenah and Freedom, before moving to Darboy in 1986.
Jane taught vocal music in the Kohler schools and elementary general music in the West Bend and Kimberly school districts. For years, Jane accompanied solo and ensemble students from the Freedom and Kimberly schools. She owned Fox Cities Truck Sales with her family. Through the years, Jane directed youth choirs at Emmanuel Lutheran Church, Seymour and Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Appleton. At Prince of Peace, she was a past member and chairman of the Worship and Arts Committee, was a member of WELCA, Esther Circle and the Soli Deo Hand Bell Choir.
Jane is survived by her husband, Matt; daughter, Lynn (Rob) Roehrborn and their daughter, Sophia Jane; son, Mark (Amy) Zima, all of Darboy; sister, Margaret (Jon) Lind of Arizona; sisters-in-law, Mary (David) Stangel of Manitowoc and Arlene Heller-Zima of Florida; aunts, Alice Bergman of Oconomowoc and Frances Bolger of Johnson Creek. She is further survived by nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jane was preceded in death by her brother-in-law, Richard Zima; uncles, Abert Bergman and Vern Bolger; cousins, Stephen Jones and Judy Hamele.
She welcomed the friendship of members of the Living with Cancer Support Group, the Ovarian Cancer Support Group, and the NEW Neuropathy Support Group.
The memorial service for Jane will be held at 11:30 am on Tuesday, May 6, 2014 at PRINCE OF PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, 2330 E. Calumet Street in Appleton. Rev. Gary Nokleberg will be officiating. The family will receive relatives and friends at the church from 9:30 am until the time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Prince of Peace Hand Bell Choir Fund or the Pastor's Discretionary Fund are appreciated. Online condolences can be offered at www.wichmannfargo.com.
Tori Hirner
left a message on May 5, 2014:
My prayers will be with you all tomorrow on such a difficult day. Jane touched my life with kindness even though it was not often we were together. I'm sure my dad was among those to welcome her Home, which is comforting, but I know how hard it still feels to be one of those left here on Earth. Lots of love!
Tori (Jones) Hirner
Gloria and Warren Maass
left a message on May 5, 2014:
Dear Matt and children, We were so sorry to read of Jane\'s passing.
She was such a special sweet lady. We remember her well when you attended Emmanuel in Seymour. Our prayers are with you. Gloria and Warren
Cindy Krantz
left a message on May 4, 2014:
Dear Matt and Family,
I was so sad to hear of Jane's passing. She was such a strong lady! I feel truly blessed to have known her. Take care of yourselves throughout this time of grieving and talking of fond memories. You will be in our families thoughts and prayers! Cindy Krantz (Richard's Stepdaughter).
John Lindeman
left a message on May 2, 2014:
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Corey Skalmoski & family
left a message on May 1, 2014:
Lynn, Rob & Sophia,
We are sending hugs & prayers for you & your family. Words can't express our heartache for you. Let us know if you need anything. My god bless you & guide you through all of this.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Nicole Pigeon-Vincent
left a message on May 1, 2014:
Matt, Lynn, Mark and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. She was one very strong woman to had gone through what she did. She had such a kind and warm personality always asking every time I see her how things are going. She will be missed. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care,
Nicole (Pigeon), Nathan and Ellie Vincent
Jane & Jim
left a message on May 1, 2014:
Marge, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. You have traveled the journey with her for all these years. Our prayers go out to you and Jon and your family.
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Tori Hirner
left a message on May 5, 2014:
My prayers will be with you all tomorrow on such a difficult day. Jane touched my life with kindness even though it was not often we were together. I'm sure my dad was among those to welcome her Home, which is comforting, but I know how hard it still feels to be one of those left here on Earth. Lots of love!
Tori (Jones) Hirner
Gloria and Warren Maass
left a message on May 5, 2014:
Dear Matt and children, We were so sorry to read of Jane\'s passing.
She was such a special sweet lady. We remember her well when you attended Emmanuel in Seymour. Our prayers are with you. Gloria and Warren
Cindy Krantz
left a message on May 4, 2014:
Dear Matt and Family,
I was so sad to hear of Jane's passing. She was such a strong lady! I feel truly blessed to have known her. Take care of yourselves throughout this time of grieving and talking of fond memories. You will be in our families thoughts and prayers! Cindy Krantz (Richard's Stepdaughter).
John Lindeman
left a message on May 2, 2014:
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Corey Skalmoski & family
left a message on May 1, 2014:
Lynn, Rob & Sophia,
We are sending hugs & prayers for you & your family. Words can't express our heartache for you. Let us know if you need anything. My god bless you & guide you through all of this.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Nicole Pigeon-Vincent
left a message on May 1, 2014:
Matt, Lynn, Mark and Family,
I am so very sorry to hear about your mother. She was one very strong woman to had gone through what she did. She had such a kind and warm personality always asking every time I see her how things are going. She will be missed. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care,
Nicole (Pigeon), Nathan and Ellie Vincent
Jane & Jim
left a message on May 1, 2014:
Marge, we were so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. You have traveled the journey with her for all these years. Our prayers go out to you and Jon and your family.
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