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Jane Allen Obituary

Allen, Jane (nee Connaughton), the beloved wife of Charles S. Allen, Chairman of Sloan Valve Company, passed away suddenly on December 19, 2010. Married for 45 years, she is survived by her husband and sons Charles S. Allen Jr. (Amy), James C. Allen, Graham C. Allen (Brooke), six grandchildren and her two brothers, Thomas Connaughton (Leslie) and Steven G. Connaughton (Michaelene). Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on January 15, 2011 at Saints Faith, Hope & Charity Parish, 191 Linden Street, Winnetka, IL 60093, Phone: 847-446-7646. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Ara Parseghian Medical Research Foundation, 5050 Via de la Granja, Tucson, AZ, 85718, www.parseghian.org. For information, 520-577-5106, or e-mail [email protected]. Jane was born on June 4, 1946 in Cincinnati, OH, moved to Wayne, PA and then South Bend, IN. After their marriage, Jane and Chuck moved to Oak Park, IL, where she was active with the Chicago Chapter of the Junior League. Jane then served as the Chairperson for the annual Gold Coast Fashion Award Show, one of the premier events of the Children's Service Board of Children's Memorial Hospital. She also served as the President of the Children's Service Board itself, an auxiliary of Children's Memorial Hospital, working to further the Hospital's mission of service to children and families throughout Chicagoland. Jane actively supported Chuck over the years as he built Sloan Valve Company into one of the most successful, privately-owned businesses in Chicago.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 31, 2010.

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GARY & Christine Shanafelt

December 25, 2024

Will always be in my memories..Gary Shanafelt

Gary Shanafelt

May 1, 2024

Jane and I knew each other as teenagers on Diamond Lake where my Grandparent's owned and operated the marina there and sold and serviced the boats the family bought there. All of us kids hung out together, swam, water skied and went to dances at the yacht club. A wonderful family along with Joe and Mable. I wish I could have talked with her before her passing, she turned out to be a wonderful wife and Mom as well as a community asset. I miss her..Gary Shanafelt, Bozeman, Mt.

jimmy

November 8, 2015

Thank you all for your loving thoughts and prayers. I miss my Mom every day. She was my best friend. Your friendship and kindness has helped our family cope with the loss of Jane. Thank you.

Its true, time does heal the soul. She lives on within us in our memories.

Mom touched so many people. I'm so proud of her and so proud to be her son.

God bless

Jimmy

Dianne O'Connor Aitken

December 22, 2011

I want to extend my condolences on the passing of Jane. She was my ring bearer and I was her cap and gown bearer at St. Mary's Academy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Alice Breakstone

May 13, 2011

Dear Chuck ,
I want to extend my condolences to you and your family on the passing of Jane. So sorry for your loss. Alice Breakstone

March 9, 2011

Mr. Allen and family,
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Mrs. Allen. Many years ago, we did some of the decorating at your home and always enjoyed seeing and working for Jane. She was a very special woman. God bless your family at this trying time.
Chuck DiGangi, CJD Contracting, Melrose Park, IL

Bruce Smith

January 23, 2011

Dear Allen Family,
I just got the word of the loss of your mother and wife Jane. I had great respect for Jane but more importantly she showed great respect for me and my family by always remembering our names when she had not seen us in years. Jane would even remember things that were going on in my life. Today I will remember Jane in my prayers.

Hillary Jackson

January 23, 2011

Dear Allen Family,
I know my mother, Colleen, was able to come in person to give our condolences. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We're so very sorry for your loss. God bless.
Hillary Garard Jackson

Daniel Gleiberman

January 20, 2011

Chuck,Jim,Kirk and Graham-
My deepest sympathies to all of you and your entire family

Ali Daniel

January 20, 2011

Chuck, Jim, Kirk and Graham - God bless you all. With sympathy, Ali Daniel

Les Westerman

January 19, 2011

Chuck,
I share your sorrow. Jane was always a bright spot in our RF times.

MaryBeth Morehouse (formerly Ther)

January 17, 2011

Just saw the ad in Crain's and was so very sad to see it referred to the one and only Jane Allen I've ever known. Although we lost touch due to divorce and subsequent international moves, I have loads of fun memories from River Forest Tennis Club and football weekends in South Bend. Prayers going heavenward for peace in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

January 16, 2011

Our deepest sympathy and prayers to the Allen family ...Charles, Kirk,Jimmy,and Graham. Dr.P.A.Spilotro and family

Margaret Ward

January 15, 2011

God bless your family

Jim Gawloski - WATTS

January 14, 2011

Chuck: god bless you and your family. Know Jane will be in our prayers

Marilyn Carlson

January 12, 2011

Remembering Jane as a beautiful person. I met her for the first time at Kirk and Amy's (my niece) lovely wedding. May God give you all His strength and peace at this difficult time.

January 11, 2011

Dear Chuck, Kirk,Jim,Graham & family:
Have prayed for you for 50+ years and will continue to pray for all of you.
Enjoy wonderful shared memories.
Love, Aunt Evelyn and family,
Rosemary(Gary)Bob(Lisa)Carol(Kurt)
(10 grands,5 greats) Blessed

Billy Petro

January 10, 2011

Chuck, Kirk, Jimmy, and Graham: Please accept our deepest sympathies, and may your memories of Jane be forever in your hearts. Billy Petro and Family

Brian Suriner

January 10, 2011

Chuck, Kirk, Jim and Graham,

We heard about Jane's passing this weekend. Our deepest sympathy and prayers to you and your families. Brian and Beth Suriner.

January 10, 2011

Chuck and Family,
Ann and I were sorry to learn of Jane's death .We did not know her well but we remember the wonderful day we had with you and Jane at our cottage . You are in our thoughts at this difficult time .
Ross and Ann Dobbin

January 8, 2011

Chuck, Kirk, Jim, Graham, Tom, Steve and the entire Allen family. Please accect my sincere condolences on the passing of Jane. Our prayers are with you.


Ron and Camille Grabski

Mike Harrigan

January 7, 2011

Dear Chuck, Kirk, Jim, Graham, Tom and Steve,
I was saddened to hear of Jane's passing and have such fond memories of our times together. My sincere condolences.

The Hamel Family

January 6, 2011

Please accept our condolences to the Allen and Connaughton families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Brittany Bania

January 5, 2011

Jim, Graham, Kirk and Mr. Allen,
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. Love, Brittany Garard Bania

January 4, 2011

Sorry to learn of Jane's passing. Condolences to Chuck and the Allen and Connaughton families.
Jordon & Corinne Beller

Tony D'Amico

January 4, 2011

We are sorry to hear about Jane's passing. She was a wonderful lady. Prayers are being sent to you to help you through this time of grief. God's blessings to the Allen and Connaughton families.

January 4, 2011

To Chuck & Family,
I exstend my heartfelt condolences to you in your loss. Chuck, I had to walk in those shoes 6 1/2 yrs ago and only time heals, but the scar remains forever. May God bless all of you in this trying time.
Paul Vogt, Aspinall Assoc.

January 4, 2011

To Chuck, Kirk, Jim, Graham & Steve,
My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you all durning your time of such loss and saddness.My God Bless you...
Pat O'Connor

Jon Adamek

January 4, 2011

For it was not into my ear you whispered, but into my heart. It was not my lips that kissed you, but my soul. Heartfelt condolences to Chuck and the Allen Family.

Brad Shoen

January 4, 2011

Chuck, Kirk, Jim, Graham, and the entire Allen Family, So sad to hear of your loss. I wish the greatest comfort for your family. With deepest respect and sympathy, Brad, Nora and the Shoen family

Mark Dietrick

January 4, 2011

Chuck,Kirk,Jim and Graham,

The Dietrick and Schaefer Plumbing Supply families were saddened by the news of your lose.Saddened because you have treated us as family by your company culture,industry leadership and renouned hospitality. Conflicts keep me from joining you in Chicago for Jane's memorial, but as part of the Sloan Company Family we will be there in spirit.
Chuck, you, Jane and your entire family are in our thaughts and prayers.

God Bless,

Mark Dietrick
Schaefer Plumbing Supply
Wit&Co

Bob Hoff

January 4, 2011

On behalf of the entire Omni membership, We were deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Jane. Our condolences to the Allen family. Jane was a wonderful lady and will certainly be missed by all that came to know her.

RT, Paul, and Randy Vogt

January 4, 2011

Chuck, Kirk, Jim, Graham, and the entire Allen Family: We are so saddened to hear of Jane's passing. Our prayers and condolences are with you all.

January 3, 2011

Allen Family....
Beautiful memories, Beautiful moments, and Beautiful Lady
Much Love
Fam. Montemayor

Cathy Sturgill

January 3, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Hector&Sharon portillo

January 3, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

January 3, 2011

Chuck, Kirk, Jim, Graham, and the entire Allen Family: We are so saddened to hear of Jane's passing. She was such a wonderful and giving person. We will all miss her and think lovingly on all the beautiful times we have spent together through the years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Corinne, Bob, Adria, Brian, Kristen and Jason.

January 3, 2011

Such sadness. Such a wonderful lady. Pat Gloor

January 2, 2011

Chuck , Kirk , jim , Graham , and the entire Allen Family : Our prayers and condolences are with you . Working at sloan for 25 years I will always feel part of the Sloan / Allen family. May you find the strength to endure . MELVIN A. & EULALIA S. DAVIS AND FAMILY

Kay Butler

January 2, 2011

I send you my condolences to you, Chuck, and your sons. Jane was a great force and wonderful person; we shared great times together.
My thoughts and prayers are with you, Kay

Nancy Moulder Gurry

January 2, 2011

So sorry to hear of Jane's death. Jane, Leslie Cordell, Sherry Thompson and myself were friends at St Mary's Academy. We shared many good times together, and my deepest sympathy to the family. Godspeed to Jane.
Nancy Moulder Gurry

Linda Hutson

January 1, 2011

Jane was a sweet and loving person, she was always thinking of others, she was always their to help and give her time to others. She was always the person of the party and planned everything perfect, Chrismas and Birthdays she was very giving and caring. She will be missed alot.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Chuck.

With Love, Pete and Linda

Hollis and Charles Kinsey

December 31, 2010

We will miss Jane so much, one of the original RSC members. We will miss all the great times we all had together. Whenever I think of her I will be smiling and I am sure she will be smiling down on us. She was a wonderful person and great friend to CR and me. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Chuck. Hollis and Charles Kinsey

Michael Thomas

December 31, 2010

My deepest condolences to Chuck, Kirk & Amy, Jim, Graham & Brooke, all the grandchildren and the Connaughton family. The entire Thomas family will miss Jane.

Ted van der Linden

December 31, 2010

Jim - my heartfelt condolences to you and your family.

Walter Dudek & Family

December 31, 2010

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Donna Connaughton

December 31, 2010

Chuck and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Jane's death. What a wonderful person she was and I have fond memories of her and all the fun we had at South Bend and Diamond Lake. I wish you and your family all the best. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Love, Donna Connaughton

Mike Mead

December 31, 2010

Chuck, I'm sorry to learn of Jane's passing. The time of year made it particularly poignant I'm sure. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

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