Jean Patricia Kohler
Jean was a transplant from Wisconsin, Columbia was Jane and Gerry’s semi-retirement home. Here, this place was to dodge the snow and try and keep up with their five children, spread throughout the country that they spent a life-time raising.
Jane Patricia Kohler was 85 years old when she went to be with her maker. She passed at NHC Maury with her husband of 65 years, Gerald by her side. She was born in Cudahy, Wisconsin to the late Charles Meerschaert and Pearl Dziobouski. Before entering their semi-retirement in a warmer climate, Jane owned a Dairy Queen back in Wisconsin where she worked tirelessly. After moving to Columbia, she worked for various jobs to keep herself busy.
Jane is survived by her husband: Gerald Kohler; son: Mark Kohler of Wisconsin; her four daughters: Linda Kohler, Diane Londre, Peggy Kohler, and Laura Ahles; grandchildren: Brad and Bryan Londre; great grandchildren: Lauren, Alli, Abby, and Kohl Londre; and sister: Mary Ann Eustice. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sharon Kohler.
Jane’s life will be celebrated with a memorial service at her church, St. Catherine’s Catholic Church. Dates will be posted as soon as they are available.
Williams Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. You may send your condolences to www.williamsfh.com.
