Jane Birmingham
August 08, 2010
Jane Esther (Madison) Birmingham, 82, passed away at Bright Kavanagh Hospice House on Sunday, August 8, 2010. She was born to George and Junie Catherine Madison, the eighth child of 12, on June 22, 1928 in Parkersburg, IA. After moving to Des Moines the family grew up on the south side where she met and married the love of her life, Floyd E. Birmingham on January 22, 1946.
Jane was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, always ready to lend a hand to all her family. She loved to garden and work in the yard, dancing to country music, eating strawberries, playing cards and was always ready with a lovely smile.
She is survived by her son, James (Lois) Birmingham; three daughters, Suzie Martin, Janel (Dick) Bothe, Shelley (Stacy) Seely; 11 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; sister, Mary (Larry) Hatcher; five brothers, John, Chuck, Jim, Dan Madison and Ray Anderson; and many loving nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be at 10:30 am, Thursday, August 12, 2010 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway, West Des Moines with burial following at Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 pm, Wednesday evening at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions can be directed to Bright Kavanagh Hospice House.
The family would like to warmly thank all the staff and friends at Bright Kavanagh for their loving care.
Online condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Vickie (Morrow) Erickson
08/14/2010
I just heard that Mrs Birmingham passed away. I will forever have the fondest memories of staying in her home while visiting my Grandma who lived across the street. She was a wonderful human being and so giving and "young". Janel and I were always up to something and her mom made me feel like one of her own. I am sad that she is gone but know that she had a rich life full of love and is now with her husband, Floyd.
Hugs and love to her family. Vickie (Morrow) Erickson and Steve Erickson, Christine, Anna and Noah Erickson
Barbara Criswell Cox
08/11/2010
My prayers and thoughts go out to the family and friends of Jane Madison Birmingham. I am daughter of Bette Payseur Criswell Burroughs, daughter of Mary Madison Fenton. Mom called to tell me that she saw the obit in the paper this morning. Mom is not in the best of health so not sure if she will make it to visitation and/or funeral but know she would like to send her sympathy. You can reach Mom at 244-0203.
Steve Segar
08/11/2010
Janel and family,
So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. De and I pass along our condolences. I know that you and your mother were very close. Hoping that you find solace with friends and family at this time and share the wonderful memories you have of your mom.
We wish we were in Iowa at this time so that we could attend the services and be more supportive. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you and your family.
Sincerely,
Steve and De Segar
Terry Howard
08/11/2010
Mom and I would like to express our sympathies for your loss. We always loved to visit with both your mom and dad. They always made us feel welcome and the obituary is so true, she always had a winning smile. We will keep the whole family in our thoughts and prayers.
Sue Bair
08/11/2010
I want to send my sympathy to all your family.
I work with Sue and I know how much your Mom was loved. May you all be comforted to know she is at peace with the Lord.
Sue Bair
Adel, IA
Jim & Lori Finnegan & Girls
08/11/2010
We were sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Please know that we are sending our prayers and sympathy to you and your family.
Jim, Lori, Katie & Mandy Finnegan