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Jane Pitman

By Pitman Family

In loving memory of Jane Pitman

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.

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Thank you to my Sponsors

$50

Chris & Mike

You will be deeply missed but never forgotten.

$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.

$595

Design Institute Of Australia

$200

Judy & Peter Lawrence

In loving memory of Jane, a fondly remembered friend

$350

Anonymous

Darling Hun, I miss you so much

$500

Gwen And Jim

In loving memory of Jane with whom we had many happy times. xxxxx

$200

Vance & Lyn

What terrible loss of a lovely lady!

$50

Trisha Jarvis And The Golden Retrievers

Jane (the life of the party), will be missed by so many. Taken too young.

$75

Janet And Phillip Sajowitz

Casablanca lilies- your favourite! Their scent will always remind us of you. XX

$50

Dean Perrett

$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.

$150

Jocelyn And Barry Frost

In memory of our beautiful friend Jane

$100

Duncan And Pam

May this help in some way...

$50

Tony & Judy

for the gorgeous Jane

$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!

$250

Stan And Carol

In loving memory of a very special friend

$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

$200

David And Andrea

You loved winners Jane. We all collected big for having been touched by your kindness, joy and love

$100

Jann And Michael

Remembering with gratitude how Jane's vitality, imagination and thoughtfulness enriched our lives

$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.

$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

$100

John And Marilla

A very special friend.

$180

Glenda And Joe Flinkier

WE WILL ALWAYS MISS JANE'S GORGEOUS LAUGH AND BUBBLY PERSONALITY AND CHERISH THE GREAT TIMES WE HAD.

$100

The Casey And Carty Families

In loving memory of Jane Xxx

$250

Michael&diane Pherous&family

In loving memory of our beautiful vibrant and caring friend, We will miss you

$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.

$150

Virginia & Rod Birrell

For 60 years you were a vibrant and caring friend. We will miss your magic xx

$250

Richard And Amanda

Jane will be deeply missed and forever in our hearts and memories with love

$100

Will & Miyuki Kingham

lovely Jane, disbelief that I will never share you company laughter & wit, the world is poorer now.

$500

Karleen Randall Kimberley Leigh Alexander Smith

Jane Jane Jane ....our beautiful Jane ....we will miss you....we love you Jane xxxxxxxxx

$250

Maria, Brett, Chelsea And Maddy Clark

Beautiful inside and out, full of love, adventure, laughter and a genuine interest in all of us

$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

$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

$250

Bruce And Sharon Campbell

Special memories.