Jane Hickman Gant of North East died at home June 6, 2016. She was 92. She was born September 25,1923 in Wilmington Delaware, daughter of the late Emmett Stewart Hickman and Ethel Seal Hickman. Mrs. Gant was a graduate of Tower Hill School, Lasell College, and the Yale University Department of Drama. Known as Jimmie, she was an active member of the community. At St. Mary Anne's, she led the team that created holiday decorations for the church. She was a longtime member of the All Seasons Garden Club, frequently sharing her flower arranging talent the members. She also enjoyed being a member of the North East Women's Civic Association. Her love of flowers and gardening was especially evident at her home where she had an extensive daffodil garden. She also enjoyed playing bridge and entertaining friends in her home.
Because of her husband's interest, she travelled extensively, choosing destinations for their natural beauty and bird watching. She is survived by her three children, Robert Hickman Gant (Candy Davis), Susan Gant Harris (James Dick Harris), and William Stewart Gant (Nancy Fay); six grandchildren and four great grandchildren. She was the wife of the late Charles Henry Gant, Jr., who died May 14, 2014. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Robert E. Hickman. Memorial service, conducted by Father John Schaeffer, will be held at St. Mary Anne's Church on Saturday, June 11, at 11 a.m. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary Anne's Church, 315 S. Main St, North East MD 21901. Comments are closed.
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