Jane Rosten

Rosten, Jane R. MADISON - Jane R. Rosten, age 61, of Madison, passed away on Saturday, April 21, 2007, at the HospiceCare Center, Fitchburg. She was born on March 7, 1946, in Crookston, Minn., the daughter of Bert and Marlette (Rundberg) Thompson. Jane graduated from Moorhead State University with a B.S. degree in English and a minor in journalism. She attended Lutheran Brethren Bible School in Fergus Falls, Minn. for a year. Jane was on the Whos Who American Colleges and Deans list, and was assistant editor of the college newspaper. She worked summer jobs preparing news releases and newsletters, and began a student newsletter. Jane married Philip Rosten on March 6, 1976, in Fertile, Minn. She was a freelance writer, sold Stamping Up, and worked as a substitute teacher. Jane was a Girl Scout leader and a member of many choirs. She enjoyed writing poetry, meeting new people, gardening and photography. Jane was a selfless and giving person, and enjoyed finding items for others to give as gifts. She is survived by her husband, Philip; daughter, Karin (John) Hanus; four granddaughters, Ashleigh, Aimee, Aleczandria and Abigael; her mother, Marlette Thompson; brother, Larry (Lonny) Thompson; and sister, Sandie Thompson. Jane was preceded in death by her father; and a grandson, John Hanus Jr. Funeral services will be held at BETHANY EVANGELICAL FREE CHURCH, 301 Riverside Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 28, 2007, with the Rev. David Carlson presiding. Burial will be at Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m., with a time of sharing at 6:30 p.m., on Friday, April 27, 2007, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. My Shade My Shade from the heat of the day, My Warmth in the chill of the night, My Hedge of Protection when I enter the fray, My Rock when I tremble in the fright. Oh, how my heart thrills with the thought Of the best and most beautiful friend Leading me by the hand when my journey is done, To the beginning of life, not the end. - Jane Rosten