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Wednesday 19th Feb Our dear Jane was a remarkable person who was an inspiration to many and loved by all who met her. Beautiful, caring and funny, she would walk in and light up a room. A gifted interior designer by profession with a great sense of style, her creative talents extended well beyond her passion for residential design to include exquisite cooking, entertaining, flowers and table arrangements. She also had an exceptional dress sense with a particular passion for hats. However Jane was no princess but rather a people person, with no pretentions and with a generous spirit. She also loved our animals, Cooper and Jovi, the two Golden Retrievers, Pipi the horse and the 2 cockatiels (Codan and Lucky). In April 2016 while on a trip into the Queensland Outback, Jane began experiencing pain in her liver. On her return, she underwent numerous tests over 2 weeks which resulted in her being diagnosed with cholangiocarcinoma, a very rare and aggressive bile duct cancer with no cure. With secondaries already present, the only option was chemotherapy which began on May 25th. For more than 6 months, the first line chemo held the disease at bay and Jane was also able to keep her hair, being the first person in Queensland to use the Paxman scalp cooling cap during chemo. Visits to the hairdresser every 6 weeks or so gave Jane a wonderful sense of normality. Jane also continued to work on her interior design jobs throughout this period. Despite various symptoms, she endeavoured to live life as normally as possible. In late November, we went to the races in Melbourne but by mid December, pain led to a CT Scan and, to our dismay, confirmation of renewed growth of the primary tumour. Chemo was stopped but Jane was determined to celebrate Christmas normally with friends. In January, after the commencement of second line chemo, Jane's condition started to deteriorate but she remained stoic and brave despite the pain and ultimate hopelessness. A sudden and unexpected stroke was the final blow and 16 days later, on 4th February 2017, she died at the age of 63. It had been a cruel roller coaster ride over 9 months and throughout it she had been brave and courageous despite all that was thrown at her. Jane had so much more to give and she leaves a gigantic hole in our lives. Jane was a caring person who put others before herself. She would have wanted to help those who follow her with rare cancers. Your donation to Rare Cancers Australia on Jane's behalf is a fitting tribute. ShareThank you to my Sponsors
$595
Design Institute Of Australia
$500
Gwen And Jim
In loving memory of Jane with whom we had many happy times. xxxxx
$500
The Roses
We still hear your laugher and are warmed by your fabulous smile. We will always love you Jane.
$500
Isobel And John Johnstone
In memory of Jane such a vibrant and special person who will be so sadly missed by us.
$500
Karleen Randall Kimberley Leigh Alexander Smith
Jane Jane Jane ....our beautiful Jane ....we will miss you....we love you Jane xxxxxxxxx
$350
Anonymous
Darling Hun, I miss you so much
$250
Stan And Carol
In loving memory of a very special friend
$250
Michael&diane Pherous&family
In loving memory of our beautiful vibrant and caring friend, We will miss you
$250
Richard And Amanda
Jane will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts and memories with love
$250
Maria, Brett, Chelsea And Maddy Clark
Beautiful inside and out, full of love, adventure, laughter and a genuine interest in all of us
$250
Bruce And Sharon Campbell
Special memories.
$200
Vance & Lyn
What terrible loss of a lovely lady!
$200
David And Andrea
You loved winners Jane. We all collected big for having been touched by your kindness, joy and love
$200
Lillian Gibson
In fond memory of vivacious and caring Jane--a wonderful family friend.
$200
Pauline Tambakis
In memory of my dear friend Jane, so many happy memories we shared together, i will never forget you
$200
Marg & John Bailey
We have shared some wonderful times over the years and we will miss you desperately.
$200
Kari Pettersen And Alan Skelley
Such a loss. Jane will be sadly missed.
$200
Judy & Peter Lawrence
In loving memory of Jane, a fondly remembered friend
$180
Glenda And Joe Flinkier
WE WILL ALWAYS MISS JANE'S GORGEOUS LAUGH AND BUBBLY PERSONALITY AND CHERISH THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD.
$150
Jocelyn And Barry Frost
In memory of our beautiful friend Jane
$150
Virginia & Rod Birrell
For 60 years you were a vibrant and caring friend. We will miss your magic xx
$100
Judy And Rod Cameron
In memory of Jane, the lovely, caring and talented life partner of Dennis. RIP.
$100
Bev And Gary
In memory of a very special lady.
$100
Duncan And Pam
May this help in some way...
$100
Jo D'elia
In loving memory of a courageous lady x
$100
Greg Chapman & Annie Gately
Charm, courage and a sense of adventure wrapped up with style and compassion. We miss our friend.
$100
Gwen Gedeon
I feel like I have lost a sister, my beautiful friend Jane.
$100
Francoise Pernoud (maison De Provence)
May you rest in Peace beautiful Jane... You were and still are an inspiration!
$100
Cliff And Kay Barker
In memory of Jane, a truly wonderful friend and woman of laughter and love.
$100
Gail Whitmore
I meet an Angel her name was Jane <3
$100
Jann And Michael
Remembering with gratitude how Jane's vitality, imagination and thoughtfulness enriched our lives
$100
John And Marilla
A very special friend.
$100
The Casey And Carty Families
In loving memory of Jane Xxx
$100
Anthony Chamberlain
In memory of Jane, a wonderful ray of sunshine, for the short time I knew her rest in peace.
$100
Rod Ritchie And Julia Walkden
Hoping that, one day, a cure will be found for the rare cancer that Jane fought to overcome.
$100
Will & Miyuki Kingham
lovely Jane, disbelief that I will never share you company laughter & wit, the world is poorer now.
$100
Peggy & Brett Coutts
$100
Robyn And Greg
You will be sadly missed by all . I will always remember you and your beautiful smile
$100
Penny & Richard Brittain
In memory of Jane
$75
Janet And Phillip Sajowitz
Casablanca lilies- your favourite! Their scent will always remind us of you. XX
$50
Trisha Jarvis And The Golden Retrievers
Jane (the life of the party), will be missed by so many. Taken too young.
$50
Dean Perrett
$50
Tony & Judy
for the gorgeous Jane
$50
Judy And Jim Boorman
My Darling, your loss is profound. I will love you till the day I die.
$50
Sandra And Peter Auld
In memory of Jane, our dear friend and neighbour
$50
Chris & Mike
You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.
