HUDSON FALLS – S. Jane Story, 90, of Hudson Falls, died July 4, 2022, at Haynes House of Hope in Granville.
Born in Hudson Falls, Jane was the daughter of the late Harry and Pearl (Wells) Rice of Hudson Falls. She was educated at Hudson Falls Central Schools. After high school, she worked at Glens Falls Insurance Company for several years.
Jane married Robert J. Story of Smith’s Basin in 1956. Together, they had three children, Brenda Story of Warren, CT; Joel Story of Mount Kisco, NY; and Paul Story of New York City, NY. Jane was a homemaker and a dedicated lifetime member of the First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls, where she sang soprano in the choir, served for several years as a Trustee and was a stalwart member of the Women’s Association. In the greater community, she was a longtime member of the Lake George Power Squadron and a founding member of the Glens Falls Fine Arts Club. She also enjoyed singing, line dancing and summers at the family camp on Glen Lake.
A lifetime Hudson Falls resident, Jane was gregarious and took great joy in family and friends, forever cultivating new friendships and making new connections throughout the tri-county region.
Jane was predeceased by her husband, Robert J. Story, her parents and her two brothers, Edward J. Rice and Thomas L. Rice.
She is survived by her three children—Brenda (Thomas Anzalone), Joel and Paul Story—two grandchildren—Matthew and Hope Anzalone—her sisters in-law—Barbara Newton, Mary Beth Rice and Maggie Rice—as well as by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Calling hours for family and friends will be held Thursday, July 7, 2022, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m., at the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., in Hudson Falls.
Funeral services will conducted 11 a.m., on Friday, at the funeral home.
Burial will follow the services, at Union Cemetery in the town of Fort Edward.
Memorial contributions may be made to Haynes House of Hope at 7187 Route 149, Granville, NY 12832 (TheHaynesHouseOfHope.org) or to First Presbyterian Church of Hudson Falls at 5 River Street, Hudson Falls, NY 12839 (FPCHudsonFalls.org).
Jane will be missed by so many friends. She had a special way of touching the lives of the many people she came in contact with.
Sending prayers and love to the 3 special children and 2grand children she left behind.
Maggie
Maggie, thank you for your beautiful note. Yes, she continued to touch lives until the very end. She was truly gifted with her ability to connect. We miss her so.
Paul
Thank you,Maggie, for your loving message.
Joel , I am sorry to hear of this passing. Your mom was always such a very kind person. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Thank you, Jeff.
Peace,
Brenda, Joel and Paul Story
Jane never failed to make me laugh. She had such a wit and humor and always wanted happy stories; I won’t forget her.
I hope that whether she is in Heaven, reincarnated or in her version of peace… there are the “sweet” sounds of Daniel O’Donnell, plenty of laughter and someone always there to hold her hand.
Kimberly, thank you for being there for Mom, and for us all, in the last few months. I love that you found her wit and humor. It was an integral part of who she was…even as her days with us waned. She’s no doubt smiling now, especially with your Daniel O’Donnell note!
Paul
Thank you, Kimberly. Your kindness will never be forgotten.
Brenda, Joel and Paul very sorry to here about the loss of your mom, I always liked going to her house and visiting when we we’re neighbor’s and when I was young she was always very nice. Anything you need let me know.
The calls John, Carol, Steve and jen
Steve, thank you so much for your wonderful note. It’s so nice to hear from you and I hope you’re all well.
I had forgotten you were a Thomas Avenue neighbor for a while. Seems “forever ago!”
Our very best to you all,
Paul
Brenda, Joel and Paul, so very sorry to here about the passing of your mom she was always very nice and friendly to me when we we’re neighbor’s and when I was young. Your mom will be missed. If there is anything I can do let me know.
The Calls John, Carol, Steve and Jen
Thank you, Steve, for your kind remembrances. Please pass our thanks on to your family as well.
Peace, Brenda
Brenda,
Thank you for reaching out to us regarding Aunt Jane’s passing. I’m so sorry we were unable to attend the services. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers, now and always.
Thank you, Carol, Norm and Ryan. We appreciate your kindness in remembering our mom, and for keeping us in your thoughts.
Peace,
Brenda