Jane Blythe Stallman

JANE BLYTHE STALLMAN , a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, was unexpectedly taken from us on April 6, 2022 at the age of 68, while surrounded by loved ones, to take her rightful place in heaven.

She was born to Joseph and Sylvia Akers on April 9, 1953 in Bronxville, New York. In 1966, they moved to Chester where her father took control of the Randolph County Herald Tribune, at which Jane would later work for several years.

Jane married Steven Stallman on September 1, 2006; he survives.

Jane had an infectious love for the arts, especially music and theater, often launching into impromptu musical numbers at the piano during family gatherings, serenading her loved ones with performances worthy of the biggest stage. She was an accomplished pianist, playing organ for St. John Lutheran Church for 18 years, while also acting as choir director and children’s music teacher.

She was heavily involved in numerous community clubs and organizations, including the Chester Women’s Club, Muny Band, and various other community chorus and theater productions throughout her lifetime.

The only things Jane loved more than music, however, were her family and friends. She was relentless in her pursuit of togetherness, but never allowed her wants to exceed those of everyone around her. She will be missed dearly by all who have had the pleasure and the privilege to know her.

Survivors:

Husband:

Steven Stallman Chester, IL

2 Children:

Amie Boente Swansea, IL

Joe Goetting Herrin, IL

Mother-in-law:

Henrietta Stallman Chester, IL

2 Step Children:

Wesley Stallman Chester, IL

Lindsey (Dan) Williams Glen Carbon, IL

4 Grandchildren:

Sophia & Chase Boente and Ava & Zoey Goetting

2 Step Grandchildren:

Henry & Wren Williams

Many Friends

Preceded in Death by : Parents

Funeral Service :

10:00 am, Monday, April 11, 2022

St. John Lutheran Church, Chester, Illinois

Officiating:

Rev. Timothy Sims

Interment :

St. John Lutheran Cemetery

Chester, Illinois

Visitation:

Sunday – 3:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Chester, Illinois

Monday – 9:00 am – 10:00 am

St. John Lutheran Church, Chester, Illinois

Memorials :

St. John Lutheran Church, Chester, Illinois