Jane Tusten

Jane Ann Tusten, 79, of Lawrence, Kansas passed away on April 11, 2023.

Jane was born in Lawrence on April 23, 1943. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph W. Tusten and Mary May (Hutton) Tusten. Jane is survived by her brothers Bill Tusten of Olathe, KS and Jay Tusten of Ulysses, KS , along with 4 nieces, 1 nephew, 2 grandnephews, 1 grandniece and several cousins.

Jane graduated from Lawrence High and in 1965, graduated from KU with a Bachelor of Science in Education. She also completed her master's degree at KU. From 1965 to 2000, Jane taught at Pinckney Elementary and later Schwegler Elementary. In 2000, Jane retired from full-time teaching but continued teaching as a substitute and volunteer. She was a cancer survivor.

Teaching was not Jane's only passion. She was active in the Lawrence Jayhawk Kennel Club for fifty years. She touched many lives with her compassion. She donated to worthy causes. She cared about all people (and animals). Jane's deeds throughout her life really define her as a person. She is missed.