Jane Elizabeth Palla

Jane Elizabeth Palla (October 10, 1964 – September 17, 2024)

Jane Palla, a cherished daughter, sister, and friend, took her final journey to the "Rainbow Bridge" on September 17, 2024, after a brief illness. Her warm and loving presence brought joy to all who knew her, especially her family and friends, including her extended online family made up of close friends and fellow animal lovers, and the residents and staff at the Copper Ridge Nursing and Assisted Living Center.

She is survived by her devoted mother, Kyle Sanders; her stepmother, Nancy Ann Palla; her sisters, Marjorie Kyle Palla, Laura Ann Bosman, and Jennifer Clanton Mays; her nieces and nephews, Charles I Mays IV, Hayley Mays Jewell, Madeline Clanton Mays and Randall Walker Mays; cousins, Bruce Palla, Linda Palla and Judy Palla Butler and her cat, Gretel. Her family was an essential part of her life, and their support and love never wavered throughout her journey.

She was predeceased by her father, Jerry Joseph Palla; uncle, John Thomas Palla and aunt, Nancy Smith Palla.

Jane's passion for animals was evident to all who knew her. She took comfort in the belief of the Rainbow Bridge, where she is now reunited with her cherished pets, including her cats Jinx, Savannah, Heidi, Lindy, and the beloved duo Holly and Willow, affectionately known as "the bunnies," and the deerhound, "Angel" Clara.

While Jane's life may have been cut short, the impact she had on others will live on through the fond memories she leaves behind. Her gentle spirit, compassion, kindness, and unwavering love for her family and friends will continue to inspire those who were fortunate enough to have known her. She is a model of unconditional love, faith, intelligence, dignity, and courage in the face of adversity to countless friends who will eternally consider her to be a member of their spiritual family.

In remembrance of Jane, her family and friends ask that you take a moment to reflect on the beauty of life and the power of love. Let her memory encourage us all to cherish our loved ones, both human and animal, as we navigate our own life's journeys.

A celebration of life will be planned for the upcoming year. The family will update the obituary when the event is confirmed.