Jane Ann Thornburg, 66, of Indianapolis, passed away on February 28, 2015. She was born Jane Ann Burnell on July 23, 1948 in Lafayette, Indiana to John and Bernice Burnell. Jane previously lived in Richmond, many friends may know her as Jane Gwin. She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Jim Thornburg; 2 children, Scott (Patricia) Gwin and Amy (Justin) Bissett; 3 stepchildren, Jami (Jim) Smith, Jeff Lathrop, and Tara (Ryan) Rahe; grandkids, Dustin, Justice, Chase, Delaney, Megan, MacKenzie, Tanner, Cael, and Katelyn; brother, John (Kathy) Burnell; sister-in-law, Etta Burnell; and many other family members and friends. Jane was preceded in death by her parents; and her brother, Thomas. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 7 at Indiana Funeral Care and Crematory, Harry W Moore Chapel, 8151 Allisonville Road. Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 6 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her honor to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.indianafuneralcare.com.
Ann (Haynes) Campbell says
Jim, Amy, and Scott,
I am so sad that Janie is gone. She was such a good friend to me, and a wonderful person. I had hoped to see her on our next trip to Indiana, but God had other plans. Please know that I am thinking of all of you. Ann
Kristy Ellen Burnell-Merritt says
I will always love you Aunt Jane! Xoxo
I miss you already!
Sherry (Warth) Nuzum says
Dear Jim, Scott, Amy and family.
What a sad morning to get the news of Jane’s passing. I have such wonderful memories of her and all of you at different times in our lives. She was such a dear friend and loved her family and friends unconditionally. I know she will be missed by all of us. Hold on to the memories of her until we see her again one day.
May God be with you during this difficult time.
Love, Sherry Nuzum
Lova Watkins says
Etta, I am so sorry to hear of Jane Ann’s passing. I always enjoyed her company, and I know how much she meant to you and how much you loved her. We send our condolences to you and your family.
Gerry and Pam Adams says
God bless you all.
Pat Cassel says
I know she will be missed and how much she loved her family. I meant Jane first through Becky Moore and her sister Pat, the we crossed paths again when she because friends with one of my bestfriends Sherry Nuzum. We had lots of fun and laughs, she was a blessing to know. So sorry for your loss.
Bill Price says
Known Jane since high school and later in life worked with her for a good many years. Had mutual friend ask about her a few weeks ago. Sorry to hear of her passing. My prayers and condolences to her family and friends. I know she will be sorely missed.
Dan Stevens says
Dear Jim and family.
So sorry to hear that Jane passed,i’ve known her for alot of years went to school together and hung out together,sort of lost contact over the years and would have loved to seen her again.She will be missed.
Gwen Schroeder says
Jim, Scott and Amy, so very sorry to read this in the paper. We had so much fun when she lived here in Richmond. Feel bad we lost touch. Please know she was an absolutely terrific wonderful person. Will keep you all in my prayers. Hugs.
Mike Nottingham says
To all in Jane’s family,
Saddened to hear of Jane’s passing. Jane worked for and with me for a number of years at Crown Chrysler in Richmond. She was smart, pleasant, professional and a hard worker. She was great to work with. A really good gal.