Jane Florence 70, passed on Friday, December 19, 2025 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. EST on Saturday, December 27, 2025 in the C.T. Chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Rev. Curtis Coleman, officiating. Public viewing is Friday, December 26, 2025 from 12:00 p.m. EST to 5:00 p.m. EST.
Jane Ellen Florence was a cherished mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. She passed away peacefully in her home on Friday December 19, 2025. She was born on November 10, 1955, in Opelika, Alabama to the late Dan Majors and Minnie Coleman Majors. Her warm presence and generous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Jane grew up in a close family that was built on a foundation of faith.
She confessed Christ at an early age at Cannon A.M.E Church in Opelika, AL and later started fellowshipping at various other churches.
Jane Ellen Florence was employed with Courtyard by Marriott and retired atter 18 years of loyal service.
Family was the cornerstone of Jane Ellen's life, she adored spending time with her family and great- grandchildren, sharing stories and creating memories that will be treasured for generations. Her love for her family was unconditional, her guidance and wisdom were the foundation of many family gatherings.
While we mourn the loss of a truly remarkable woman, we also celebrate a life well-lived. Jane Ellen’s legacy of kindness, love and devotion to her family will continue to live on through her loved ones.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leon Florence; her parents, Dan Majors, and Minnie Coleman Majors; her siblings, John Henry, Clarence, Willie, Jimmy, Danny Lee, Michael, Mary Majors, and a special bonus grandson, Jessie Snellings.
She leaves to mourn her precious memories, her devoted and loving daughter, Shawanda (Deandre) Florence of Phenix City, AL; two loving sons, Tyrone Florence and Roderick Florence of Columbus, GA; a precious and loving sister, Minnie Williams of Columbus, GA; 6 loving granddaughters, Yarika (Dizel) Florence, Jasmine Florence, Birniquia Murray, Khadijah Green, Tatyana Florence, and Felicity Florence; one grandson, Rod'Kel Morgan; 7 great grandchildren, Kennedi Murray, Kyser Snellings, Kannon Snellings, Kendall Snellings, Kyrie Snellings, Kali Snellings, and Da'Marii Smit; one aunt, Hattie Table; 2 sister-in-laws, Annie Marshall and Odell Gentry; 2 bonus children; Samantha (Ernest) Tolbert and Leon Baker; a special bestfriend, Linda Samuel of Columbus, GA and a devoted caregiver, Belinda Stoneback of Columbus, GA . She also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.
My deepest condolences to the loving family of Jane who's spirit shall remain within all of us... Amen 🙏🏾
We extend our heartfelt condolences on the passing of Mrs. Jane Florence, a sweet and loving woman whose life reflected kindness and grace. It was evident in watching her and her sisters and brothers that they were a close-knit family who truly looked out for one another. We encourage the family with the Word of God, which reminds us that He will not place more upon us than we are able to bear. In His loving mercy, God has now rescued her from pain and sorrow, and she is resting in the blessed presence of the Lord. May the family find comfort, strength, and peace in this assurance.
My girl, my world, literally my everything you hurt me so deep with this one I love you always and forever just know it haven't been a day that I'm not missing you nor thinking about you, Just know you was more than a grandmother to me you was my Mother too, you fought a long fight and a good one and with that well done my lady until we meet again.
"Well done, my good and faithful servant." Auntie Jan, I am truly going to miss you. The memories from my childhood and now into adulthood will forever be cherished. I will especially miss our rides to church, listening to the Williams Brothers and Canton Spirituals.God knows best, and I am so thankful for the time and memories we shared. I will continue to uplift the family, reminding them that "you're doing good in the good Grace of God," just as you would always say.I love you, and you will forever remain in my heart ❤️ 🕊️💐
Auntie I don't even have the words to say how much I will miss you. You were my Auntie, MAMA and sister growing up. Every time I think of you I can't contain my tears. You were the second rock to this family. I promise to take care of your SISTER my MOM. We will forever LOVE YOU!!!!
Lord Jesus Christ thank you so much for Blessing us to have Auntie Jane in our lives, TeeTe you will be more than missed and loved. Lord my heart is torn into a million pieces. Till we meet again Rest in God loving arms. Your niece Aretha
We will miss you forever! Ma your memories will live in our hearts ! We love you ! Your grands and great grands
I love you Jan you were an amazing loving person..🩷🕊️Rod'kel and I will love you forever and always..In our hearts forever you will be missed dearly.
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