Jane Elizabeth Albright

Jane Elizabeth Harrison Albright, BN, RN Peacefully, on February 12, 2015, surrounded by her beloved David and her family, Jane Elizabeth, following complications from spinal surgery, entered into God’s eternal Kingdom. Treasured wife of David Frank Albright, loving mother to Ashleigh Searle Picq (Florent), Cameron Searle (Kathryn) and Amy McCullough (John). Caring step-mother to Asa Albright and Wesley Albright (Rhonda). Devoted sister to Janet Burrell (Matthew), John Harrison (Margaret), Sheila Ruban (Karl) and Peter Harrison. Adored sister-in-law to Edwin and Helen Albright, and John and Jane Albright. Faithful daughter-in-law to Ruth Albright, her precious Mamaw. Fun-loving grandmother to Stella and William Picq, Emma Grace Searle, Emerson McCullough, Kimberly, Ethan, Owen, Aiden and Lily Albright. Awesome aunt to numerous nephews and nieces. Predeceased by her parents, the Very Reverend William Edward and Kathleen Barbara Harrison. Predeceased by brother-in-law Steve Albright (Cathy). Jane was born on September 11, 1952 in Edmonton, Alberta. She graduated from Balmoral Hall School in Winnipeg and earned a degree in nursing from the University of Manitoba. In her married life in Toronto she nourished her growing family with love and devotion. She was active in the parish life of Grace Church on-the-Hill and Little Trinity Anglican Church. She was the consummate hostess; her gourmet dinner parties were a vibrant mix of conviviality, debate and laughter. Her great intellect was exhibited in her tremendous love of reading, her appreciation of the arts and her wide-ranging travels. Her love of blue and white porcelain stemmed from a year’s stay in Japan. Joyful travel included summers with family at Victoria Beach, Manitoba, sojourns to France and Italy, and multiple trips throughout the USA and Canada. In Atlanta, Jane’s resilience in the face of life’s challenges was sustained by her ever-growing faith. She launched her “House Angel” business where she staged and “fluffed” for all her lucky clients. She had such a flare for design. In August, 2004, Jane met her great love, David, on a blind date. She caught his attention by memorizing golf trivia! She was immediately embraced by the Albright family and had to quickly learn how to ride on the back of a Harley-Davidson. Her bridge cards were summarily shelved for the game Phase 10. One of their special bonds was that they were both children of clergymen. They moved to their beautiful, historic home in Newnan, Georgia. There they welcomed the “Party on the Veranda”, the Newnan Youth Council, the arts community, book clubs, friends and neighbors, wedding parties and house tours. Their porch was a haven for parade watching, al fresco dining and catching up in a comfortable rocking chair. Jane’s mornings always started with coffee, devotions, crossword puzzles with David, and despite failing health, brisk walks with her dog Lacey. She would ignore any pain to lift up and hold close her treasured grand-babies. Jane’s extraordinarily generous spirit leaves us with her lasting legacy of joy, laughter, her love of family and friends, and a courageous resolve to embrace all that she saw as blessing. Her love for David knew no bounds and their marriage was distinguished by an abiding friendship, unwavering commitment and an enduring faith. The family would like to thank the Neurological ICU and Hospice at the Emory University Hospital Midtown for their tremendous care and compassion. Isaiah 40:31 But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength, they will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. A service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for Jane’s life will take place on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, at 2 p.m. at Central Baptist Church of Newnan, 14 W. Broad Street, Newnan, Georgia, 30263. (770-683-0610). Should friends desire, they may make a donation in Jane’s memory to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org or the Canadian Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.ca. Online condolences may be expressed at www.mckoon.com. McKoon Funeral Home 770-253-4580.

Jane Elizabeth Albright

September 11, 1952 - February 12, 2015