Jance E. (Jewitt) Falck, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedicated nurse, passed away peacefully March 7, 2024, at Brookestone Meadows Retirement Home in Elkhorn, surrounded by her loving family.
She was born Jan. 29, 1936, to Ralph and Amanda Jewitt. She was the youngest of two children. She grew up in Friend, where she graduated from high school in 1954. She then enrolled and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Texas Christian University in Fort Worth, Texas, and became a registered nurse.
Jan married the love of her life, Paul E. Falck, on Feb. 4, 1961, and together they shared a wonderful journey through life. They had two children, John and Anne, and later welcomed daughter-in-law, Maggie, and son-in-law, Fred Henderson. She was thrilled to have five grandchildren, John and Maggie’s three sons, Kevin, Justin, and Andrew and Anne and Fred’s children, Tara and Frederick. In October 2019, she was happy to welcome Justin’s wife, Kelsi, and in October 2021, Frederick’s wife, Megan, to the family. She was extremely thrilled to have three great-grandchildren, Justin and Kelsi’s two sons, Fisher and Fenn, and Frederick and Megan’s son, Frederick IV.
Jan dedicated her life to caring for others, as her professional career as a registered nurse spanned decades, during which she touched countless lives with her skill, empathy and dedication. Later in her career, she taught at Southeast Community College as an instructor of operating room technicians, where her guidance and expertise shaped the careers of numerous healthcare professionals. Jan’s commitment to excellence and her passion for teaching left an indelible mark on all who had the privilege of learning from her. Jan will be remembered for her kindness, grace and unwavering dedication to her profession.
Aside from her career, Jan enjoyed sharing life with everyone through many activities that included bowling, camping, fishing, playing cards, swimming and hosting gatherings.
Jan is survived by her loving children; her adoring grandchildren; and great grandchildren. Additional family includes nieces and nephews, Vali (Gaylord) Mussman, Kathy (Steve) Gochnour, Kim, Marty (Joan), and Brad Larsen. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all those whose lives she touched.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Paul; and brother and sister-in-law, John and Sharon Jewitt.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to American Lung Association, in honor of Jan’s lifelong commitment of caring for others.
Rest in peace, mom. Your legacy of love and compassion will forever be remembered and cherished.
There will be no visitation. The funeral service will be Friday, March 15, starting at 11 a.m. at the Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Cordova. The casket will be open for viewing one hour prior to the service. A graveside service will follow at the Zastrow Cemetery in rural Cordova. Arrangements by Lauber Funeral and Cremation Services.
