02/19/2024
Obituary and Death Notice for Jane A. Passaglia
Jane passed away on Saturday evening, February 10, 2024, at home surrounded by her loving family and grand dogs (Mazey and Oliver). She is the wife of the late Dario Passaglia; mother of Daria Passaglia and Michael (Christine) Passaglia; grandmother of Christopher (Christina) Woods, Bradley (Morgan) Woods, Megan Woods (Tiffany Trinko); great-grandmother of Connor, Maverick, Brian, Jaxon, and soon to be Kayleigh; sister of Richard (Karen) Marcheschi and aunt of John, Dawn and Brian.
Jane enjoyed spending time with her family, often taking trips to the Jersey shore and Disney, and visiting the many attractions in and around Philadelphia, cooking or baking large family meals, spending summer days in the pool, and playing tennis. Jane also enjoyed spending time with friends from all over the United States, playing pinochle, bocce ball, or words with friends, dining out, shopping, and reading. She would often travel the world with friends and family. Professionally, Jane worked in the banking industry, starting as a bank teller, Jane eventually became the Vice President of Prime Bank until retiring in 2003.
Jane was a pillar within the community, particularly at Maternity B.V.M. Church and School. Jane devoted much of her retired life to serving God and the Church attending Mass several times a week and by serving as a lector and Eucharistic Minister. Jane would also provide Communion to the residents of Paul’s Run Retirement and Nursing Home and the sick parishioners of Maternity B.V.M. Church who were unable to attend Mass. She was also involved in the script office, ticket booth at the annual church carnival, school library assistant, and bereavement groups. Jane’s second calling came after Dario’s passing, Jane served as a funeral liturgy coordinator where she helped many people plan funeral services for spouses, family and friends. This led Jane to the bereavement group, where she became the coordinator. Jane would host group meetings at the Church and often opened her own home to assist those going through the loss of a loved one.
Relatives and friends are invited to her funeral on Thursday, February 22, 2024, beginning at 9 AM, Maternity B.V.M. Church, 9220 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115. Following the visitation, a Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM. Interment is private (at Jane’s request).
Memorial contributions can be made to Maternity B.V.M. Church, 9220 Old Bustleton Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19115.
Family Services by Guckin Funeral Home Inc, 1419 E. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19124 (215-743-7256.)
