Jane Marie DeVolder
April 14, 2011
Jane Marie DeVolder, 55, passed away April 14, 2011. She was born January 13, 1956, to Earl “Bud” and Muriel Jansen. She graduated in 1974 from Marshalltown High School, where she met her husband Mike. They made Des Moines their home for over 25 years, where they started their own business together in 1992. Jane graduated from Upper Iowa University in 1998 with honors. Her biggest passion was spending time with her family. She also loved to travel with Mike, working in her garden, playing with her dogs, walking, reading, music, dancing, and keeping up with the latest fashion trends. She had a knack for decorating her home, and enjoyed hosting get-togethers for family and friends.
Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 33 years, Mike; son, Chad (Lindsey) DeVolder; daughter, Kim DeVolder (partner, Ryan Mehalovich); mother, Muriel Jansen; brother, Dave Jansen of Marshalltown; sister, Jean (Ken) Applegate of San Antonio; sister, Joanna (Randy) Prebeck; sister, Dawn (Derek) Kilstrom; brother, Dan Jansen; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was greeted by her father, Earl “Bud” Jansen and sister, Nancy Jansen.
A memorial visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m., with a rosary at 4 p.m., on Wednesday, April 20, 2011, at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines. A memorial mass will be 10 a.m., Thursday, April 21, 2011, at St. Francis of Assisi, 7075 Ashworth Road in West Des Moines.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Emergency Shelter, 1535 11th Street, Des Moines, IA 50314, or the American Cancer Society.
Online condolences may be left at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Melanie, Ted and Coley Sullivan, Overland Park, KS
04/19/2011
Dear Mike and family,
Ted and I are so shocked to hear of Jane's sudden passing. We are so very sorry for your loss. Jane was such a lovely lady and we know how much she was loved by you and your family. Please know that you are in our daily thoughts and prayers during this sad time.
Most sincerely,
Melanie, Ted and Coley Sullivan
Sherry L. Kolbe
04/19/2011
I wanted to say that I was very saddened to hear about Jane. I have fond memories of you both - our high school years were filled with great memories. From her picture, it was obvious that she grew more beautiful with age.
Just wanted to say I am thinking of you and your family and send all my best.It is hard to put a BIG HUG into words, but at this time, it is the only thing that really makes any sense, since helpful words are so hard to find.
Sherry L. Kolbe
Terry Lang
04/19/2011
May God's peace comfort you all.
1 John 5:13
Terry Lang
Jefferson, IA
Tom and Jean Byrnes
04/19/2011
Mike and Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers re with you.
Mike Byrnes and parents
Dave Olson
04/19/2011
I'm just so sorry for your loss.My prayers and thoughts are with you.
My very best,Dave Olson
Monica Williams
04/19/2011
Dave - I am so sorry for you and your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lyn Huff Robinson (1973)
04/18/2011
Wow! I opened the Des Moines Register and there was the beautiful face of someone I knew from high school! I worked with Jane and Jean at the Thunderbird Restaurant back in our high school/college days. I was best friends with Susie Plavets-Garst (1974), I remember Jane at athletic events and being part of the pep club. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Clay and Tracy Gilge
04/18/2011
Chad and Lindsey,
My deepest sympathies go to you and your family. I was so sad to hear about the sudden death of your mother. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Coen Bosch, Amsterdam
04/18/2011
Dear Mike, Chad, Kim, Muriel, Dan and family,
I am so deeply saddened by the news of Jane's sudden death. Words cannot express my sorrow for your loss.
I met Jane a few times when visiting Iowa and remember her kindness, beauty and hospitality.
You and your family are in my thoughts
Steve and Crystal Tommingo
04/18/2011
Dear Mike and Family,
Something this hard and this unexpected leaves one speechless.
You try to wrap your mind around it and you can't.
I do believe we all have a God given purpose on this earth and Jane accomplished hers. She loved and did it so well. She had the most inviting smile and she made time for others. An example I will take to heart.
Please let us know if you need anything.
Love, Steve and Crystal Tommingo
Marsha Kolbe Barber
04/18/2011
I wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to the DeVolder and Jansen families. I knew the "boys" when they lived down 9th Street from us. I wish you peace and strength for the times ahead.
Sincerely
Donna Tuttle
04/18/2011
My heart is heavy for your loss. Jean is a dear friend of mine, and I had the pleasure of meeting Jane once or twice over the years. Jane's love of family and exuberant spirit were always so evident from Jean's stories and anecdotes and through Jane's smiling face in the photos that graced Jean's walls at home and down at the coast. Please accept my deepest sympathy as you grieve over the loss of your angel, mother, sister, wife, friend.
Fondly,
Donna Tuttle
San Antonio
Marilee Davi
04/18/2011
Mike, Chad and Kim,
I am so very sorry to hear of your mom and wife's passing. I just talked to Jane a week ago in Washington DC while she was in route to the Bahamas. She was excited for the wedding a spending time at the new home there.
Jane was a beautiful person on both the inside and out. I enjoyed working with her for years at the IBA up on the 7th floor. She was warm, sincere, and had a great sense of humor. We remained friends to this day and she will very much be missed.
I will be thinking of all of you often.
Love,
Marilee and Mark Davis
Rod & Carolyn Fichtner
04/18/2011
Mike & family, We are so very sorry to hear of Jane's passing. Please know we are praying for you and your families. We are looking forward to
seeing you when you probably on Wednesday. We love you
Rod and Carolyn Tevebaugh/Fichtner
Nancy Buresh Goecke
04/18/2011
Thinking and praying for all the Jansen's and Devolder's during this very painful time. Please know everyone Jane touched throughout her life are better people for having known her. Much love and peace are sent your way.