Jane Koza

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 4-7pm at the Krowicki McCracken Funeral Home 2124 East Saint Georges Avenue, Linden. A funeral mass will be celebrated on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 10:00am at Saint John the Apostle Roman Catholic Church, 1805 Penbrook Terrace, Linden followed by burial at Mount Calvary Cemetery, 1000 E. Edgar Road, Linden.

Jane was born and raised in Linden, NJ. She was a star athlete in high school and college in both basketball and softball. Jane was also a skilled stained-glass artist and entrepreneur. Jane loved the beach, traveling, animals, spending time with her family and friends, and her beloved New York Yankees. Jane faced many challenges for most of her life but her optimism and unwavering courage and strength carried her through. She was a life force. Her motto was always, “I can and I will.” She was a fighter in every sense of the word. Despite the rough road that she traveled at times, she had an immense will to live. She was the embodiment of resilience and courageousness. She had many who loved and cared for her. Her colorful light will be greatly missed.

Jane is predeceased by her beloved parents Katherine (Niemczyk) and Frank Koza and brother Thomas Koza. She is survived by her sister Lorraine Billie, her brother-in-law Robert Billie, niece Katherine De Vito, great nephew Dylan De Vito, and great niece Emma De Vito, as well as many friends.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. Hubert's Animal Welfare Center, Attn: Development Department, 575 Woodland Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940.