E. Jane West

OSWEGO – It is with profound sadness that I share the tremendous loss of my beloved mother, fierce protector, guiding mentor,doting nana,supportive sister,aunt, cousin, niece, co-worker, supervisor, loyal friend and precious human being, E.Jane West.

She took her final breath just after sunrise on her earthly journey as she transitioned and ascended.with angel wings and flew, accompanied by loved ones who predeceased her on August 5, 2025 at 83 years old after a courageous battle with Alzheimers.

She was born in Syracuse, NY on February 24, 1942 to her late parents Clarice Randall and Lewis Parry. She was raised on a farm in New Haven, NY under the care of her mother and step-father Edward P. Jones. Jane was a 1960 graduate of Mexico Academy High School. She was a diligent student and served as a majorette baton twirler.

Jane was a dedicated employee of SUCO/SUNY Oswego in several departments with her career as a professional ending after 38 years of service as an Associate Register.

In retirement her greatest joy was time with her family,always wanting to create  and prepare all the holiday meals but most especially her time with her grandson Ryan, They had many adventures together.Her absolute favorite place to be was the beach at Fair Haven, enjoying the sun and ending the day with a beautiful sunset. She had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh, sing and dance with 70’s music as her particular favorite . She had a strong interest and eye for interior design and enjoyed her flower gardens, Through the years many turned to her for loyal support and sage advice, always keeping each person’s private conversation in confidence, She had a strong independent opinion and mature and very self assured  of her skills and knowledge.. She lived a life of integrity , purpose, sacrifice and most of all unconditional love. She will be greatly loved, missed and remembered by many, but eternally loved , missed, remembered and left to carry on her legacy by her beloved daughter and grandson.

Jane is survived by her loving daughter, Dana (Michael) Brown of Oswego, grandson, Ryan Brown of Oswego, great grandson, Landon Michael Brown, great granddaughter,Alannah Jane Brown both of Ohio, sisters,Georgia Peterson and Sally Peterson both of Oswego brother, George (Sue) Peterson of New Haven, step sister, Rebecca Peterson of Oswego, step brother Greg (Susan) Peterson of Oswego, sister in law, Deborah Jones of Fulton, uncle, David Randall of WV, several nieces, nephews and cousins all over the country as well as her dear friend Ellie LaMay.

Along with her parents and stepfather, she was predeceased by her sister, Mary Spataro  of CA, brothers, Edward Jones of Fulton, Charles Jones of Orwell, Gary Jones of FL., her beloved aunt, Florence “Mini” Sweeney of Penn Yan and previous husband, Daniel M. West of Oswego.

Her final words of advice – “Do good where you can and always do your best”. Love is what matters in the end, I wish you all well and everything good! I just want you all to know… “I’d rather be at the beach!”

Our family would like to give our heartfelt thanks and gratitude to all 5th floor staff at St.Luke Health Services along with the support staff for their kindness,care and support, especially in her final days.

Please consider making a donation in her name to one of the following charities, Alzheimer’s Association, Paws across Oswego County, Oswego Animal Shelter or the St. Luke Resident Trust Fund.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 12:00 from the Dowdle Funeral Home with a calling hour from 11:00- 12:00 prior to the service.