Jane Marie Gargis, precious mother and Nana, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 26, 2023, her 77th birthday. She passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving family. A funeral service will be held, Sunday, January 29 at 3:00 PM at First Bible Church in Decatur, with Pastor Steve Bateman officiating. Visitation will precede the service, starting at 2:00 PM. She will be laid to rest at Roselawn Cemetery in Decatur.
She is survived by her children, daughter, Stacy Fox (David) and son, Matt Gargis; her grandchildren, Wade Fox, Reagan Gargis, Sydney Fox, and Jane Ryan Gargis; and her sister, Sarah Ann Thorn (John).
Jane was preceded in death by her loving and devoted husband of 47 years, Lindon Gargis; her parents, Robert and Ruby Sugg; and her sister Lynn Sugg.
Jane was born on January 26, 1946, in Sheffield, Alabama and was a graduate of Sheffield High School. She retired in 2008 after 28 years in the Decatur City Schools System where she worked as the Main Office Secretary at Decatur High School. She enjoyed retirement, especially being able to spend time with her family. She loved her time with friends and reconnecting with those from years past.
Most importantly, Jane was a woman of faith who was not shy about sharing her blessed assurance. She loved the Lord with all her heart, spirit, and mind. She loved her people in the same way. She will be deeply missed, but we rejoice knowing she is in the presence of our Savior, and we will someday be reunited.
The family would like to offer a special thank you to Dr. Faiza Ferdousy and the entire staff of Grandview Medical Center for their exceptional care and compassion. As well, a heartfelt thank you to the numerous prayer warriors who have been so gracious and faithful throughout.
Pallbearers will be brothers in Christ: Donnie Haynie, Marty Nowak, Glenn Whiteside, Larry Hannah, Glen Byrd, and Charles Edwards
Honorary Pallbearers will be brothers in Christ: Henry Allen, George Stovall, Bobby Johnson, and Bobby McCain
In lieu of flowers, it is requested that a donation be made to the Benevolence Fund of First Bible Church in Decatur, Alabama.
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