Jeanne Shelford Stolz
Jeanne passed away peacefully on Friday, August 23, 2019, at her apartment at Brandon Woods at Alvamar. Jeanne was born on February 6, 1930 in Bayonne, New Jersey, the daughter of Paul K. and Eva (Housman) Shelford.
She was graduated from Denison University in 1951 with Honors in English. Jeanne had a varied career as a young woman and was always active in her community as a volunteer. She was very involved in the Episcopal church as a clergy wife, and she also worked as Financial Secretary for the Episcopal Dioceses of Kansas. Jeanne was known for her cooking, and every pie she made was the best pie ever. She was an avid reader of mysteries and loved a good Scrabble game. Jeanne was passionate about politics and social justice, and she raised her daughters to be Democrats who vote.
She married The Reverend C.F. “Dutch” Stolz on June 7, 1952 in Ridgewood, N.J. He preceded her in death on June 11, 2012.
Survivors include her daughters, Maggie Cloud, and wife, Polly, Katie Kutilek and husband, Bob, all of Lawrence; grandson, Danny Spence, of Los Angeles, CA. She was preceded in death by her parents; her daughter, Karen Stolz, and her brothers, Paul K. Shelford, Jr. and Robert S. Shelford.
A Memorial Service and Interment will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church in Atchison, KS in late September, date to be announced. There will also be a celebration of her life at Brandon Woods.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made in her name to Just Food of Lawrence and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Robert Zahn says
My deepest sympathy with Katie, Maggie, and Danny.
Pamela Berger says
Sending my love and heartfelt sympathies to Maggie, Polly, Katie, Bob and Danny.
Leslie McKinney says
One of my role models – will miss her always. A steady light who brought nothing but goodness to the world.
Ann jochems says
My heart goes out to her family on the loss of their beautiful matriarch-
Camilla says
My sincerest condolences. You shared many joyful times and my heart goes out to you.
Bridget Cain says
Condolences to you and your family, Katie. Bridget Cain
Cathy Morris says
Love to you all. My heart is heavy with the passing of your wonderful mother. I was blessed to have her in my life.
Cinthia Lipper says
So sorry for your loss Maggie, Polly and rest of family. I’m sure she will be sorely missed. Prayers going out to all of you!
Phyllis Fantini says
Oh no. So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom. She must have been a great mom because she raised great daughters. I enjoyed seeing on Facebook who won your Sunday Scrabble game. Maggie and Katie, you were such great daughters to spend all the time you did with her in her last years. I am sure she appreciated that.
Sally Rose says
Oh, Maggie and Katie. I’m so sorry you lost your mom. She was a special gal and I know your lives will not be the same. I’m so happy that you got to be with her frequently as she was aging. You’ll never regret that time spent together. It is truly a gift. Much love to your family.
Donita Bouton says
So Sorry for your loss Katie. your mother was a nice lady whom I enjoyed working with!
In Sincere Sympathy – Donita Bouton- your former hygienist.
Maggie Cloud says
Thank you all for your kind words and love. For those who are interested, the memorial service in Atchison will be on September 28 at 1pm. All are welcome.
Karen Y. McDow says
To Maggie and family, I am deeply sorry about your loss and send sincere sympathy. Jeanne was blessed to have a loving family. May God be with you.
Karen Y.