Jane Marie Moody was born in Springfield, MO to Irene and Garner Moody November 18, 1957, and died September 30, 2026 in St. Louis. She leaves her brother, John Moody of Mansfield and her sister, Martha Schuler of Webster Groves, MO. Her brother Tom predeceased her in 1965.
After graduating from Mansfield High School in 1976 she obtained an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Economics from St Louis University and a Masters degree in economics from Virginia Commonwealth University.
For the majority of her working life she was an economist for the State of Virginia Department of Taxation in Richmond, VA, during which she lived in or around the City of Richmond.
She enjoyed riding and grooming her horses, painting, jigsaw puzzles, and reading.
She was a loyal friend, maintaining her friendships for her lifetime. Jane was an affectionate and caring daughter, sister, and aunt, known for her intelligence, wit, and fun loving nature. Those of us who loved her, will miss her very much.
Anyone wishing to leave a remembrance in her name can make a donation to the Mansfield Historical Society, 101 W. North Street, Mansfield, MO 65704.