Jane Pharr Gage

1909 - 2014

Jane Pharr Gage obituary, 1909-2014, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1909

DIED

2014

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Metairie, Louisiana

Jane Gage Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 2, 2014.

Jane Pharr Gage, age 104, was born December 19, 1909 in New Orleans, LA and passed away peacefully May 1, 2014 at Lambeth House. She is survived by her three children: Katherine Pharr Gage, Mims Gage Jr. and Dr. John Ochsner Gage. She was preceded in death by her parents, Anna Smith Pharr and Henry Newton Pharr; her husband, Dr. Idys Mims Gage; her brother, John Newton Pharr and her cousins, Mary Elizabeth Pharr and Henry Newton Smith. She is also survived by her grandchildren: Hillary Gage-Karcher, Amy Gage Yildizli, Julian Gage, Joshua Gage and Trevor John Gage; a great grandson, Aiden Gage; her two nieces, Betty Pharr Moran and Jane Pharr Stewart; a great niece, Kathryn Moran Van Aalst and her cousins: Elizabeth Smith Hassell, Newton Pharr Smith and Norwood Courtlandt Smith.
Jane Gage grew up outside of New Iberia, LA on a sugar plantation before moving to New Orleans to attend Miss McGehee's School from which she graduated in 1928. She received a B.A. in English from Newcomb College in 1932 and in 1934, a Masters in Sociology with certification in Medical Social Work. She worked in the Social Services Department at Charity Hospital until she married Dr. Mims Gage in 1937. Jane devoted herself to her family but utilized her social work skills in other ways. She helped to organize the Community Volunteer Service which placed volunteers in non-profit organizations – a new concept in the late 1930s. She was a member of the boards of what is now Children's Hospital, serving as Secretary and Chair of the Personnel Practices Committee; Family Service Society; The Girl Scout Council and Louise S. McGehee School. When her sons were students at Henry W. Allen School, she was president of the PTA. Jane was a member of the Ochsner Board of Councilors for many years and an emeritus member at the time of her death. She was also a Cub Scout den mother. In the 1960s, at the request of the head of Tulane's Department of Pediatrics, Jane became an active medical social worker again, working one day a week and volunteering one day.
Jane was a member of the Junior League for more than 70 years and she received its Sustaining Award in 1964. She was honored for her help in organizing the local unit of the American Diabetes Association and was named an Honorary Member of the Orléans Club. She was also a senior member of the Quarante Club.
Jane was a member of Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church for more than 80 years and was very involved in all aspects of church life.
The family wishes to express appreciation to the Lambeth House staff; her devoted caregivers: June Washington, Andrea Lee, Valencia Kelly, Kim Celestine, Nacole Beverly, Doreall Jupiter, Shakena Charles, Louisa Johnson, Nichelle Carter and the staff at Advantage Nursing Services as well as Hospice Compassus.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the memorial service which will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, May 5, 2014 at Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, 3900 St. Charles Avenue in New Orleans, LA.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a memorial gift to Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church, Louise S. McGehee School, Lambeth House Foundation or Ochsner Clinic Foundation.

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May 10, 2014

Allison George

Dear Katherine, What a blessing it was to have known your wonderful mother, Jane. When I think of Rayne Memorial, I always think of her and her beautiful, loving spirit. It is blessing to have known her. My prayers are with you, love,
Allison (Brennand) George

May 6, 2014

Cynthia Dickinson

Katherine, Mims and Johnny,
As you know,your precious Mother was so very special to so many. My heart is broken for you.I was lucky growing up...all I had to do was walk around the block to see her wonderful smile!
My love to each of you. Dibbie Wagner Dickinson

May 6, 2014

Allison Raynor

It was such a treat to know Jane. She always had a smile and kind word for everyone, and her happy ways were infectious. Katherine, I am thinking of you and sending a big hug.

May 6, 2014

Becky Roussel

Katherine,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May 5, 2014

Dr.Carmen I Posada_Pepper

For many years I had the pleasure and fortune of knowing Jane as a devoted worker,mother.and friend.We workedtogether at CharityHosp Pediatrics clinic for diabetic children and in N.O.Diabetic Assoc. She was very caring and a great help to all. We are never ready to lose someone we love but we will always have memories shared to cherish!My prayers to the family for peace and comfort.

May 5, 2014

Anne Walmsley

I feel privileged to have known such a wonderful person as Jane Gage. She will live in the hearts of all who knew her. A fine example of how to live a full and beautiful life. sincerely, Anne Walmsley

May 4, 2014

eileen wallen

she will be very much missed by all her friends and family may her memory be a blessing we send our deepest condolences

May 4, 2014

What an incredible legacy this genuine Lady leaves!!!!
Always smiling, gracious and kind.
Her death is a loss to the entire community.
We are blessed that she touched our lives.
She will be missed.

Eugenia and Tommy

May 4, 2014

Ana Alexiou

All members of the Alexiou family from Thessaloniki, Greece, are sending you their condolences and deepest sympathy for the loss of one of the sweetest and outstanding ladies they have ever met.

May 3, 2014

Patricia Fantoni

What a wonderful life. She will be so missed, and I will miss talking to her from Louisville. My sympathy to all who loved her.

May 3, 2014

Bootie Farnsworth

Katherine, Mims, and John,
My deepest sympathy to you all. Your Mom was truly the epitome of a lovely lady. I have always admired her and know that she will be truly missed by all. My love to you all. Bootie Born Farnsworth

May 3, 2014

A.J. & Toni Fontana

Mims
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Out thoughts and prayers go out to you and to your family.

May 2, 2014

linda maumus

What a lovely lady! My prayers to the family...especially Katherine.

May 2, 2014

CYNTHIA AYRES

Mrs. Gage was a truly lovely Southern Lady. My deepest sympathy to her family.

May 2, 2014

Zide Bowers Jahncke

Sincere sympathy.
Fondly, Zide

May 2, 2014

Zide Bowers Jahncke

Sincere Sympathy.
Fondly, Zide

May 2, 2014

Bay Chamberlain

What a beautiful human being and a great friend to my Mama. She will be greatly missed, but has received a well deserved rest.

May 2, 2014

Robley Hood

Mrs. Gage was a true tower of strength. Katherine, please know that I am thinking of you and your extended family.

Robley Hood

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