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  1. Pamela D'Arc
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    I have many memories of funny and fun times with Jane and Connie but meeting up in the Greek Islands was one of the best. Her infectious laugh and kind spirit will never be forgotten. Love to all the Gelb siblings and cousins.

  2. Anne Day
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    Lord, make me an instrument of your peace.
    Where there is hatred, let me bring love.
    Where there is offense, let me bring pardon.
    Where there is discord, let me bring union.
    Where there is error, let me bring truth.
    Where there is doubt, let me bring faith.
    Where there is despair, let me bring hope.
    Where there is darkness, let me bring your light.
    Where there is sadness, let me bring joy.
    O Master, let me not seek as much
    to be consoled as to console,
    to be understood as to understand,
    to be loved as to love,
    for it is in giving that one receives,
    it is in self-forgetting that one finds,
    it is in pardoning that one is pardoned,
    it is in dying that one is raised to eternal life.

  3. Anne Day
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    Jane was a true friend. She was loyal, discreet, non-judgmental, and fun. In the 45 years of our friendship, Jane was never ever hurtful. I trusted Jane with everything. She was my witness at my wedding, the godmother of my first child, and we were each other’s confidantes. Jane loved animals and hated cruelty. Jane loved people and hated gossip. She had principles and stuck to them. She was somehow shy in her later life but remained true to her closest friends and family. Jane loved to laugh, I can still hear that beautiful sound. It was sad that in her last few months there was little to laugh about. But she kept her generous spirit. It was a privilege to be with her in her last months and days. In her last hours, when her massage therapist arrived for a 90-minute session, Jane said that she only needed 30 and that Lucy, Jody or I should take the rest of the session. Those were the last words I heard her say. I will miss her forever.

  4. Barbie Hall-Gummin
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    Living with Jane in Newport, Rhode Island and Alexandria, Virginia during the mid-70’s cemented our life-time bond which I will forever be grateful. Non-judgmental, shy, kind and generous, Jane was a spiritual beacon who was intrigued by life’s beauty and its sadness. Jane always managed to find humor and light in darkness and will forever remain a shining light for me.
    JANE GELB
    J – JOYOUS: Jane’s laughter was infectious as she threw back her big bundle of golden streaked hair.
    A – ALTRUISTIC: Jane was much more interested in hearing about others than talking about herself.
    N – NAUGHTY: Never bad but sometimes perfectly naughty.
    E – EMPATHETIC: Two legs or four, Jane compassionately felt the emotions of others.
    G – GENEROUS: Jane was selflessly generous.
    E – ENLIGHTENED: Jane was a spiritual beacon who coveted her deep connection with her higher power.
    L – LOVING: Jane’s first reaction was kindness.
    B – BEAUTIFUL: Jane radiated beauty from deep within and blushingly shared her exquisite gift.

  5. Anonymous
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    Jane and I had a special connection including a shared sense of humor. Despite the miles that separated us, we kept our friendship alive way beyond our Spence years together. Jane, you will forever be in my heart and childhood memories…

  6. Anonymous
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    I met my dear friend Jane at the canyon ranch over a decade ago and we remained close until her last days, Jane was a dear friend & I keep her memory alive in my daily meditation.
    I love you Janie

  7. Liz Butler Boissard
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    I’m so sad I will not be able to attend the virtual remembrance since I will be on a plane. I have many fond memories of Jane as our parents were extremely close friends and our families grew up together. Jane had a great sense of humor and always had a devilish twinkle in her eye. I’m sorry I will miss hearing all the wonderful stories and tributes to her; she deserves them all. Sending my love to the whole extended Gelb family.

  8. Lydia Kapell
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    I am forever grateful for my friendship with Jane and the honor of being close to the family. They all went out of their way to help me. Such generosity. I’ll never forget the year I lived with them and tried to babysit for Jimmy, a young boy at the time! Forever in my heart, I miss you Jane, and your parents.

  9. Bayard gordon Baker
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    Dearest Jane was dealt a complicated hand and was strong and an inspiration to us all. We spent many great times and vacations with the Gelb family and for that I am forever grateful.
    My heart goes out to Larry, Lucy and my 2nd son Jimmy. I will never forget her infectious laugh and I can hear it now. Hugs to you all. Xx

  10. Kingman Gordon
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    I was so sad to hear the news of Jane’s passing. She was a wonderful person and an older sister of sorts to me through Jimmy. We had many fun times together and I have many fond memories of her. My deepest, heartfelt condolences to your family.

  11. Gordon Roberts
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    Jane was kind, gentle, and loving. She embraced nature and scenic vistas, oceans, animals of all sorts, beautiful colors, textures, and fragrances. She had a sophisticated aesthetic, and a keen eye for quality. Jane had a radiance and beauty that was remarked upon by many. She had a quick mind, adept at solving puzzles, and was disciplined in her lifestyle. She stoically managed her Type 1 Diabetes from early childhood. She held tight to a lifelong meatless diet and anti-cruelty stance. She helped others in need. She doted on her two dachshund rescues, Bea and Jasper. Jane and I met in New York in early 1979, 42 years ago. She and I had a whirlwind romance — Studio 54 and the like — and lived together for four years. Despite other liaisons, we never lost each other, and our roots intertwined. How fortunate I am to have had her as a lifetime friend. I know Jane touched many other lives as well, and she was loved. Her sudden passing is tragic and sad; I will remember her light.

  12. Bruce and Erica Hamilton
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    Jane was such a special soul. Her calm demeanor is missed. My Condolences to her siblings and other family members.

  13. Helen Berge
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    Thinking of Jane and the family often. Wishing you all condolences for a much loved family member and friend.
    – Helen and Torjus Berge

  14. Stephen Nason
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    Condolences to friends and family. A heartbreaking loss.