Jane E. Zuern

Jane E. Zuern, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, has passed away at the age of 96. Jane left us on September 21, 2025, at Eden Meadows, where she spent her last days surrounded by love. Born on November 2, 1928, in Porterfield, WI to Victor and Hedwig (Wickman) Bach, Jane lived a life filled with family, faith, and creativity. 

Jane married her true love, Frank Zuern, on August 26, 1950, at Porterfield Lutheran Church, and together they raised three wonderful daughters. First English Lutheran Church was her second home for over 65 years, where her faith flourished. 

A talented homemaker, Jane had a knack for sewing and was a skilled quilter, producing beautiful works well into her 90s. Her cookies were legendary—she baked vibrant boxes full of treats that supported many church fundraisers. Nature held a special place in her heart, with bluebirds and hummingbirds being her particular favorites, and she cherished her time spent up north. 

Jane leaves behind her loving daughters, Julie (John) Kita and Laurie (Dean) Jenson; son-in-law, Steve Seidl; her grandchildren, Kevin, Alex, and Kyle Kita, Benjamin and Elizabeth Seidl, Trevor, and Audra Jenson; and her great-grandchild, Walker Kita. She joins her late husband, Frank; her daughter, Connie Seidl; and her siblings—Charles, Robert, John, Doris, and Clarence—in eternal peace. 

To honor Jane's beautiful life, a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 11:00 am at First English Lutheran Church, located at 1013 Minnesota St., Oshkosh, WI 54902. Prior to the service, we invite everyone to join us for visitation starting at 10:00 am. Afterward, she will be laid to rest at Ellenwood Cemetery.

The Family would like to express their gratitude for the wonderful care Jane received from her doctors, the Eden Meadows staff and Home Instead caregivers and friends who were compassionate and always went the extra mile. A special thank you to Jenny who brought the world to her for the last 10 years as she began to show her age.