Montpelier, VT Jane Ward said her final goodbye to us all on Monday 8/29. Overlooking the beautiful hills of Vermont, in Barre, the same town she was born. She was with her family & left us very peacefully. Jane devoted her life to her family, as an amazing Mom & Wife. She was a force in the raising of her two boys. Always making sure they were ready for each day and leading from behind as they went along their journey, from infants thru college & beyond. Always there to see her boys through missteps and triumphs. Nourishing us in every way w/ great meals, lots of encouragement & tons of Love. No one could ask for a better Mom. Bill & Jane had a very special & old fashioned marriage, falling in love as teenagers in Montpelier and continuing that love & devotion their entire lives together. Many couples get married, but few are fortunate enough to have something this special & have as much fun as they did. Both very different, but that's the chemistry that makes a great team, and they were a great team. After college, Jane and Bill were married, and off to California they went! A bold move for a couple raised in the beautiful Vermont landscape. It was a big adventure that saw Jane through the births of Matt and Craig. After 17 years out west, the family moved to Sudbury, Mass., to be closer to their Vermont roots. Moving back to Montpelier, after their boys finished college & had moved away, forming lives of their own. Joe's Pond… Jane's favorite place! KANTKEEPAWAY, the camp her father and grandfather built in 1921. For endless decades and growing generations, family and friends would meet and share in the magic of the lake. Jane would spend every summer at Joes her entire life, until her health made it difficult to be there all summer. The bonds Jane formed in Sudbury, Montpelier & Joes Pond are bonds that will last for generations. Prior to becoming a Mom, Jane often spoke about working at the State Capitol. Jane took great pride in being able to serve her state and be part of the important work that goes on there. Jane was a mom & wife first, all else came second. A unique combination of quiet but outspoken. Once you were on Jane's team she was behind you without condition. Loyal, honest, strong willed with high standards & a sharp wit. Jane shared deep love and could also command in a way that required notice. You knew if she was upset with you, but you also knew she was there to encourage & support you. Mom is survived by sons Matt and Craig. Daughters in law Beth and Patricia. Grandchildren Dylan, Kelsey, Jake, and Brant.