Jane Kelleher

She was born Sept. 9, 1939, in Indianapolis IN to the late George and Bertha Anderson. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her husband Fred Kelleher.

She is survived by brothers Robert Anderson of Greenville, OH and George Anderson of Wilshire OH. Two stepdaughters, Cheryl Lang and Kelly Banta, both of Prescot AZ. Described as wonderful mother and grandmother, she also left behind 4 step grandchildren and 8 step great grandchildren.

She is also survived by 4 nieces: Kylie Anderson of Chicago, Misty Bolenbaugh and Robin Jewet of Willshire, OH, Traci Folk of Rockford OH and nephews Christopher Anderson of Washington D.C. and Travis Anderson of Baker FL. Plus numerous great and grand nieces and nephews.

Jane graduated from Ansonia High School in 1957 and went to work for United Airlines in 1959. Too short to be a stewardess she went to work in the United offices at O’Hare international airport in Chicago. After meeting the love of her life Fred Kelleher, the couple got married in Vandalia on June 16th, 1978. Subsequently moving to Phoenix AZ where she finished her career with United as a baggage handler eventually retiring in 1996.

Growing up Jane loved gardening and caring for her flower garden. An accomplished seamstress she loved sewing making most of her own clothes as well as for others.

Services will be held on Wednesday April 1, 2026, at 12:00 PM at Zechar Bailey Funeral Home, Greenville, Ohio with Pastor Eric Knight officiating. Burial will follow in Greenville Cemetery, Greenville, Ohio. The family will receive friends from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM on Wednesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinsons Foundation.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.zecharbailey.com for the Kelleher family.