WOOSTER Jane Baxter Richardson, 83, of Wooster passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021 at her home.
She was born November 29, 1937 in Syracuse, New York the daughter of Herbert Miles and Lucile Herbert Thayer Baxter. She married William Richardson on September 7, 1957. He preceded her in death in 1998.
She had worked in many doctor s offices in New York and California doing secretarial work. She had also owned her own needlework shop in California and had worked for others in New York and California. Jane was a member of St. James Episcopal Church where she sang in the choir, was a member of the Wooster Women’s Civic Club, the Wayne Co. Choral Union, Tree City Quilters Guild, was an usher at Ohio Light opera and was an avid bridge player. She also volunteered at People to People Ministries and was a Lay Reader at her church and volunteered for many other charitable organizations.
Surviving are her children William G. Richardson, II of Tonawanda, New York and Elisabeth Wrisley of Honeoye, New York; grandchildren Laura E. (Scott) Eldred and Elisa S. (Adam) Clous; great grandchildren Madison Jane Eldred and Loriana and Brady Clous; a brother Stanley T. Baxter of Manlius, New York and a brother-in-law Dean Richardson of Portland, Oregon. She is also survived by her cats Lucy, Andy, Mokey and Mimi.
In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her parents, a daughter Sarah J. Richardson in 2008, and a brother Miles H. Baxter.
There will be no calling hours. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at St. James Episcopal Church, 127 W. North St., Wooster with Rev. Evan Fischer officiating. masks will be required.
McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster is assisting the family.
Those who wish may make contributions to her church
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com.
Memorial Contributions
St. James Episcopal Church, 127 W. North St., Wooster, OH 44691
Service
Memorial service at 3:00 p.m. Saturday, August 28, 2021 at St. James Episcopal Church
Visitation
No calling hours
My deepest sympathies to the Richardson family. I’ve only known Jane for 3 years since becoming a member of our quilt guild and sharing lunch with her smiles during our neighborhood “Lunch Bunch”! She was so sweet , always smiling despite her health struggles. I admired her sewing talent and her strength to keep moving on. Now she has moved on to the Lord and is together again with her husband.
I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s and grandma’s passing. She was a treasure. We had great times together sewing and working on various quilt guild committees. She was tough and a survivor. I will miss her. I’m sorry I won’t be able to attend her memorial service.
I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s and grandma’s passing. She was a treasure. We had great times together sewing and working on various quilt guild committees. She was tough and a survivor. I will miss her. I’m sorry I won’t be able to attend her memorial service.
I am very sorry for your loss. Jane was a caring friend, accomplished quilter, and it was a joy and an honor to work with her on various quilt guild committees. She often talked about her wonderful, supportive family. I will truly miss her. May God bless you all with His comfort, strength and loving memories. In Christian love and prayers, Sally Kitchen
I am very sorry for your loss. Jane was a caring friend, accomplished quilter, and it was a joy and a blessing to serve on quilt guild committees with her. I will truly miss her. May God bless you all with His comfort, peace and loving memories. In Christian love and prayers, Sally Kitchen
My deepest sympathies to Jane’s family. I got to know her thru the Tree City Quilt Guild and always admired her beautiful creations. She always had a smile and willingness to share quilting tips. Jane will be greatly missed.
So very sorry for your loss. Jane was a quilting friend and one of the best quilters in our quilt guild, always ready to help or give us some good advice. She will be greatly missed.
I am so sorry for your loss. Jane was a unique and caring person who shared her love for quilting and for living with everyone. She will be missed
Jane was such a kind person. We compared notes in the doctor’s office. Her and my husband fought through their illnesses. So giving of her knowledge of quilting, she will be missed. God bless your family in this grieving time.
Jane was such a kind person. We crossed paths at the doctor’s office as she and my husband were both fighting through their illnesses. Admired her fortitude. Loved learning from all of her quilting knowledge she passed on to us at our guild. God bless the family during this difficult grieving time.
I’m so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you all. She was an influence in me growing up and was an inspiration for my quilting. She loved her family deeply and I know she will be missed.
My deepest sympathies to Janes family. I was deeply saddened to hear of her passing. I met Jane through Wayne County Choral Union many years ago and she continued to serve the Chorus in many ways. When it was decided we needed a second look in costumes she said no problem we’ll make vests to go over our shirts. Make vests she did. While a few volunteers helped with the process she was the driving force for the project. When things needed done she always volunteered. She was a doer and so admired We have all lost such a talented,caring,sweet friend. She will be missed by all who knew her but not forgotten.