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Helen Jane Bruening passed away peacefully surrounded by her devoted family on March 10. Jane was born April 3, 1932, to Harry and Mary (McCabe) Jones in Brooklyn, New York. She was a graduate from Shaw High School in Cleveland, Ohio.

She resided in Park Forest, Illinois, Cheshire, and Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania. Jane was a 50-year resident of Madison and parishioner of Saint Margaret’s Roman Catholic Church, where she previously served as a member of the Women’s Guild and taught catechism. She worked as a nursery school teacher and was an avid participant in her book club.

Jane was a loving wife and mother and enjoyed gardening, walks on the beach, cooking, picnics at the Surf Club, and attending shows at Long Wharf and on Broadway. Jane was an active member of the Newcomers Club and one of the founders of the Encore group. She also loved taking care of her two dogs, Blossom and Toby.

Jane was predeceased by Donald, her beloved husband of 65 years, and her sisters Rosemary Cunningham and Betty Tozzi. She is survived by her children Laura (Michael) Reilly, Susan (Don Congdon), Michael (Karen), and Gerald (Kandee). Additionally, she is survived by her loving grandchildren Jay Matush, Kevin Reilly, Matthew Bruening, and Laura Rose Bruening.

The family would like to thank Branford Hills Healthcare Center and Dr. Searle Epstein for their kindness.

A memorial Mass will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, April 22, directly in Saint Margaret’s Church, 24 Academy Street, Madison. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Madison A Better Chance, P.O. Box 371, Madison, Connecticut 06443.