Jane Margaret Fitzgibbon

WYOMING, OH - Jane Margaret Fitzgibbon, whose life spanned nearly a century, embarked on her eternal journey on October 9, 2026, at the age of 98 in Wyoming, Ohio. 

Born on January 20, 1928, to Rose and John Kane, Jane Margaret embraced life with a spirit of warmth and dedication. She attended Mount St. Mary College. She shared her journey with Francis Guerin with whom she shared 12 children and later Henry Fitzgibbon, experiencing deep bonds of love and partnership.

She joins her parents, Rose and John, her aunt Madeleine E. Baxter, her husbands, her brother Baxter Kane, her son Michael Guerin, her grandchild Michael Guerin II, and her nephew Mike Kane in eternal peace.

A devoted mother and grandmother, Jane Margaret’s legacy flourishes in her surviving family. Children: Alice Rose Guerin, Jane Margaret Davis (with her husband Jay) Joanne Dent, Thomas Baxter Guerin (with his wife Kathy), Jules Joseph Guerin (with his husband Mark Rosenthaler). Elizabeth Ann Guerin, Martha Mary Larkins, Madeleine Ann Rager (with her husband Doug), Margaret Mary Tucker, Amy Kane Oakes (with her husband Allan), and Mary Jo Guerin. Her step- daughter, Barbara Karnes (with her husband Jack). Nieces and nephews: Madeleine Kane, Caroline Kane, Chuck Kane, and Larry Kane.

Her memory lives on in her numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Memorial Hospital are deeply appreciated—an homage to Jane Margaret’s battle with cancer and her commitment to helping others, especially children, facing similar challenges.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Hospice of Cincinnati for their compassiionate care and St. Gertrude for their unwavering support.

Jane Margaret’s life was marked by grace, and her indomitable spirit continues to inspire all who knew.

Funeral services will be held through Hodapp Funeral Home in Ohio. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at 11:00 am on Monday, October 19th, at St. Charles Cemetery, 103 Farm St., Blackstone, MA. 

To share a message or offer condolences, please visit her guestbook.