Jane T. Staehle, 82, died peacefully in her sleep on April 23, 2021, following a series of illnesses.
She had been moved to hospice at home and was surrounded by loved ones at the time of her death. Staehle, who lived in Livermore most of her adult life, was an active force in many communities. She was beloved by a large network of friends and colleagues whose lives she influenced and touched through these activities. She will perhaps be best remembered for her wry and adept wit, her generosity of spirit, and her deep and practical kindness.
Staehle was born Margaret Jane Tener on April 3, 1939, in Columbus, Ohio, to Eva Nixon and Carlton Glen Tener. Her only sibling was a sister, Gladys Elizabeth (Betty) Tener (later Betty T. Welsbacher), 14 years her senior. In addition to her immediate family, Jane spent formative years with aunts and cousins. From an early age, Jane had strong musical skills, a keen artistic and organizational eye, and a high intelligence level. She was in particular a gifted flutist. She received her BA in speech pathology and her MA in English, both from Ohio State University, and was a member of Phi Beta Kappa.