Jane Wallace Olmsted, age 91, of Alexandria, VA, passed away on January 4, 2020. Beloved wife of 71 years to Howard S. Olmsted, Jr. Loving mother of Douglas A. Olmsted. Jane was predeceased by her daughter Joyce Simmons; whose husband Craig still survives, and her brother Jack Wallace. Born in Alexandria, VA, she was the daughter to the late William F. and Faye (Kiracofe) Wallace.
Jane worked for the City of Alexandria as a clerk. She was a longtime member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. She enjoyed singing, and sang with the Choral Group at the Goodwin House. Jane was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Fraternity at James Madison University.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, January 13, 2020 at 12 Noon at Ivy Hill Cemetery. A Celebration of Her Life will be at 1:30 PM, Monday, January 13, 2020 at Wesminster Presbyterian Church, 2701 Cameron Mills Road, Alexandria, VA 22302.
If desired, the family requests memorial contributions in Jane’s memory to the Westminster Presbyterian Church or a Charity of the Donor’s Choice.
2701 Cameron Mills Road, Alexandria, VA 22302
01/13/2019
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Dear Doug and Howard,
I just saw this, I called the house number to check on Jane and Howard and the phone was disconnected. I am so sorry for your loss. Jane was a wonderful lady and very kind. I was the REALTOR® that sold the house in Roanoke and I loved working with her. My condolences to you for your loss. Although I only knew her for a short time, she made a wonderful impact on me.
Thinking of Doug and Howard as you recall happier times with Jane. As a cousin-in-law, I will be remembering Jane and family events we shared. Sorry that I can’t be there to share in the memorial service.
Red and family, we are so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. So much to deal with at once. We would like to be with all of you but it’s just not possible. We’re keeping you in our hearts and will be thinking of you on Monday. Jim and Peppy Pletz
Praying for comfort and strength for the family. May your memories console you and May God sustain you with his precious promise to someday soon reunite us with our loved ones. Thanking of you all.
My sympathy to you, Doug, and to your father. I hope you have many happy memories of her to blur the difficult last weeks. Hugs!