Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger
February 22, 1954 ~ December 5, 2020
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ROCKY MOUNT - Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, age 66, passed away on Saturday, December 5, 2020. Born in Elkhart County, IN on February 22, 1954, she was the daughter of the late John Franklin Faunce and Marthetta Brown Faunce. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Dianna Marie.
Jane married Joseph Michael Niswonger on July 13, 1970 in Mishawaka, IN, and just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary this past summer. She lived in the Rocky Mount area for more than 30 years. Jane was a devoted wife and loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother and will be greatly missed.
Jane is survived by her husband, Joseph Michael Niswonger; her sons, Jerry Allen Niswonger and wife, Betty, of Garner, Joseph Milton Niswonger and wife, Crystal, of Rolesville, Paul Kenneth Niswonger and wife, Lisa, of Clayton; her daughter, Michelle Lynn Patterson and husband, Jeffery, of Elm City; her brothers, John Arthur Faunce and wife, Paddi, and Michael Eugene Faunce; her 12 grandchildren; and her seven great-grandchildren.
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Southside Baptist Church, 4948 Carter Road, Elm City, NC 27822, with Rev. Alvin Davis officiating. Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. A visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of Southside Baptist Church.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Southside Baptist Church 4948 Carter Road Elm City, NC 27822
Thursday 12/10, 10:00 am - 10:45 am
A visitation will be from 10:00 AM to 10:45 AM prior to the service in the Sanctuary of Southside Baptist Church. Service Southside Baptist Church 4948 Carter Road Elm City, NC 27822
Thursday 12/10, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, December 10, 2020, at 11:00 AM at Southside Baptist Church, 4948 Carter Road, Elm City, NC 27822, with Rev. Alvin Davis officiating. Cemetery Rocky Mount Memorial Park 4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43 Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 12/10, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm Burial will follow the service at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
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In memory of Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, Sylvia Losee lit a candle
Jane this absolutely breaks my heart to know you are gone.It still seems like an awful dream.My prayers are with your family and friends.You will be forever loved and missed by all who knew you.
Sending so much love and prayer to you and your family .
In memory of Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, Kenneth & Linda Edwards lit a candle
What an amazing beautiful family!! God bless! Uncle Joe ur doing an amazing job with your family! I’m so sorry! Hang in there! Your family needs u! She’s in heaven injoying ever lasting life! She’ll be waiting for you too when it’s ur time! Tina Jellison, (niswonger)
To a wonderful lady,may you rest in heaven.
My heart goes out to you all during this most difficult time. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
In memory of Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, Linda Snell lit a candle
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during time. Hampton Inn EC Family
I love you so much grandma and we will all miss you terribly.
Dearest Joe and family, I have no words to express my sorrow at your loss. You are in my heart with prayer. Jane was always so very generous of her time, her happiness and her laughter. I will always be grateful for the kindness she offered me. She was so very proud of each and every member of her family. I pray for comfort and peace for you all.
Sorry to hear of the passing of Mrs. Jane, she was such a sweet person. My condolences to the family.
Joe, I am sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. I’ll always remember the huge smile on your face and light in your eyes whenever you spoke of her. My sincere condolences. Faye
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during time. Shawnda Hargrave Masah
I am so sorry that god called her home. Please know in my absence, you are in my prayers. Love Dave
I am so sorry that god called her home. Please know all of you in my absence, are in my prayers. Love Dave
In memory of Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, Clara Hazzard lit a candle
In memory of Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, Susan Jones lit a candle
Joe, I was so shocked to hear of Jane’s passing. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Susan Jones
In memory of Mary Jane Faunce Niswonger, Percilla and Tiera lit a candle
Joe, your face told the story of Jane..She was such a special person. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. We love you. Percilla and team Hampton