Jane M. Thein, 75, of Guttenberg, Iowa passed away Saturday, September 28, 2024, at Guttenberg Municipal Hospital & Clinics.

Visitation will be held from 2 – 6 p.m. on Sunday, October 6, 2024, at Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg. Visitation will continue from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m. prior to funeral services at church.

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, October 7, 2024, at United Methodist Church in Guttenberg with burial to follow at Mount Harmony Cemetery near Garber, Iowa.

Jane was born on January 10, 1949, the daughter of Roy and Lola (O’neal) Smith.

Jane is survived by her sons Troy Thein of Cedar Rapids, and Cory Thein of Dubuque; long-time partner, James R. Hankes, Jr. “Jimmy”; one granddaughter, Peyton Thein, two step children: Jennifer McIntosh and Jason (Shelly) Hankes.  Her siblings were Allen Smith, Naida “Cookie” (Ronald) Combs, and Arlyss (Bueford) Barnhart.  She had many nieces, nephews, step grandchildren and friends.  Janie married John “Jack” Thein, and they bore their sons Cory and Troy, but later divorced.  She and Jim were then partners for over 40 years.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents, and sister Arlyss (Bueford) Barnhart.

Janie loved her family dearly, as well as her many cats and dogs.  She was referred to more than once as “the Crazy Cat Lady.”  She is remembered by many as always happy and friendly, always having something to talk about.  She enjoyed most spending time with her family.  She also enjoyed gardening, spending time at her and Jimmy’s cabin, going to car shows, listening to live music, boating and volunteering at the Methodist Church in Guttenberg.

Jane worked at The Guttenberg Press nearly her whole adult life, beginning as a helper and retiring as the manager.  She also held numerous part-time jobs, usually as a cashier or waitress.

Morris Funeral Home in Guttenberg is assisting the family and information is available at www.morrisfuneralhomes.com.  Memorials may be sent to Morris Funeral Home (in care of the deceased) 207 South 1st St, Guttenberg, IA 52052.