Jane Lester Tuggle, 60, of 303 Taft Street, passed away Monday afternoon, July 5, 2010 at Morehead Memorial Hospital. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Wednesday, July 7, at First Baptist Church in Eden. Burial is to follow in Ridgeview Memorial Gardens. Mrs. Tuggle was born March 23, 1950, in Leaksville, daughter of Nell Lester and the late Clifford Walter Lester, Sr. She was a lifelong member of First Baptist Church and a 30 year retiree as an elementary school teacher having taught at Draper Elementary School. Surviving is her husband, Wayne R. Tuggle of the home; sons, Wayne Tuggle, II and wife, Heather, Jason Tuggle and wife, Heather, and Bradley Tuggle and wife, Rachel; five grandchildren, Blair, Reece, Paige, Annadele, and Trey; and her mother, Nell Lester. In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Cliff, Jr and Jeff Lester. The family will receive friends Tuesday evening, 7 - 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Online condolences may be offered to the Tuggle family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
Please accept my sincerest condolences at the passing of this wonderful woman. I was fortunate enough to be a student of Mrs. Tuggle's at Draper Elementary School and then many many years later my son, Brandon was fortunate enough to have her as a teacher. Over the years I never saw her that she did not speak to me and ask about my son and I know that I was just one of many of her students that she remembered and spoke with in public on a regular basis. She was a special person and a gifted and loving teacher and will always be in my memories as a special beloved person and teacher. Please know that she will be missed in the community as I know she will be greatly missed by her family. God Bless you all and keep you. Know that you will be in my prayers.
Lisa Chambers
There are no words to express the deep loss of such a wonderful, wonderful woman. I will forever miss Jane and remember her with love. My deepest sympathy to the family. Love Susan
Susan Turner
I remember Mrs. Tuggle - she taught with my mother. She was one of the "younger" teachers my mother thought was one of the best to come along. I am so sorry for your loss - you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Debby Self Scott
Please know that your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. The Helms Family Tim, Shannon, Austin & Layton
Shannon Hankins Helms
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry for your loss.
Tammy Chumley Joyce
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. The community is close knit and we've lost yet another of our loved ones. Had not seen Jane for sometime, but mom kept me posted with news up until her passing this January. God Bless you and give each and everyone of you strength and joy in knowing Jane is no longer suffering....Peace be with you...
Peggy Siler
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I remember Mrs. Tuggle from when I was in the 2nd grade at Draper Elementary.....she will be missed.
Rodessa
We are saddened by your loss. Jason has been supportive of our ministry in sports. We want him and the family to know that we are here for you in prayer.
Bill and Jean Christy
When I think of people in the schools that I have worked with and in the church, I can't think of anyone that was more respected and loved. She had such a beautiful and unique way of connecting and touching people's lives. Today as your share this loss, God smiles down upon her to say well done my faithful servant. I send you my love and prayers.
Tommy Griffin
Wayne and Family: Myron and I were so sorry to hear of Jane's loss. I remember every Sunday, her sitting on the front row under the balcony at First Baptist with her Mother. She was a faithful Wife, Mother, Daughter and friend to those she knew. We will remember you all in our prayers. God bless each of you.
Debbie & Myron Horton
Tuggle Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time. We wanted to leave some words of comfort and strength for you. This is the first few lines of the hymn "In Christ Alone". In Christ alone my hope is found He is my light, my strength, my song This Cornerstone, this solid ground Firm through the fiercest drought and storm What heights of love, what depths of peace When fears are stilled, when strivings cease My Comforter, my All in All Here in the love of Christ I stand Many blessings, Jenny and Christian
Jenny (Shepherd) and Christian Harris
Mr.Tuggle, Wayne, Jason, Brad and family-Just wanted to let you know how saddened we were to hear of this great loss. Jane was such a loving and kind person and will be missed by all who knew her. I know there are many memories that will help you to find comfort. May God give all of you the strength you need now and in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love and prayers.
Jimmy, Tammy and Tyler Jeffries
Mr. Tuggle and family...We wanted to let you know that we are so sorry for the loss of a wonderful, sweet lady. She was admired by many for many different reasons. She not only taught my child but others that she continued to help as years passed on. She was a caring and loving person. God truly has yet another angel in Heaven now. She was an inspiration to all by the way she loved you Mr. Tuggle and her family. Those grandchildren were so special to her. She will be truly be missed but know that one day you will be blessed to see her again. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rand and Lisa Evans
Jason & Family, sorry to hear of your loss. You'll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Misty Smith Cox
Jason and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Sorry for your loss
B.B. Jan and Will McGuire
As a young 3rd grade student at Draper Elementary I had a very special teacher in Mrs. Tuggle. Truly wonderful memories. Your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.
Mark Chambers
Mr. Tuggle, Brad, and Family, Please accept our sincere sympathy during this difficult time. May God keep you in his care and carry you through your loss. With Deepest Sympathy,
Teresa Lassiter Apple & Family
Mr. Tuggle, Jason, Wayne and all your families, I pray for your during this time. Mrs. Tuggle was such a sweet person and I know she'll be missed by all.
Stephanie McCarty Rucker
Jason, Heather, and family, On behalf of the Greensboro College community, please accept our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Jane. You and your family are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. Know that we are thinking of you and remembering Jane in our weekly prayers on campus. With warmest blessings, Your friends at Greensboro College
John Bayersdorfer-Greensboro College
Jane was such a quiet, beautiful giant. One always felt special when in her company. This earth is a better place because of her. Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
Peggy Dix
With sincere sympathy. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in knowing that God is there to hold you close, to heal your broken heart. Nancy Thomas Dooley
Nancy Thomas Dooley
To the Tuggle Family: YOU all are in our thoughts and prayers as you proceed through a difficult time as this to lose a loved one. May God give you the strength to endure the pain in your hearts and HE will lift up your mother's soul to a more beautiful place where she will not experience any more pain and suffering. Thinking of YOU and the Girls, Sherry and Keith Aheron
Sherry & Keith Aheron
Jason, Wayne, Brad and families, Thinking about all of you during this difficult time. Your mother was such a dear lady who raised three amazing sons. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Myra Knight Jester
We will never forget her sweet disposition and warm smile. She had the ability to make everyone feel at home. A truly beautiful person inside and out. We are deeply saddened and want each of you to know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Joseph and Connie Reynolds
To the Tuggle Family, Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. We know that Jane will be truly missed by many people. Please be encouraged from this verse - Revelation 21:4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away." May God Bless - The Woodalls - Shane, Janet, Katelyn and Sarah
Janet Woodall
Im so sorry for your lost may god be with you in your time of sorrow your family is in my prayers god bless
kimberly amburn
Brad and family, Our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. We are sorry for your loss and our thoughts are with you.
Seth and Catey Moore
...Wayne, thinking of you and your family. peace,ann
ann latham
Know that my thoughts, my prayers, and my sympathies are with you. Remember, love lives on forever - inside our hearts and in our memories.
Debbie E. Blackmon
Please accept our sincere sympathy at the passing of Jane. We have a home directly across the street from Nell Lester and saw Jane frequently during her visits with Nell. She was a wonderful lady.
Mary Lea and Tommy Land
Wayne, I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Stephanie
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Jane was my teacher at Draper Elementary many years ago, she was a very special person and I will miss her!
Lisa Wray
This world lost a lovely and precious lady Monday. She will be deeply missed by her husband, sons and everyone who knew her. God please be with all who knew and loved Jane,and let them fell your love and presence close to their heart. Susan
Susan Wray Fretwell
Jason, May all of our prayers for you and all of your mother's loved ones ease your burdens in this time of great sorrow. God be with you.
Debbie Leach, Morehead High School
I hope you will all find comfort at this sad time. Prayers are being said for you and your family. Take comfort in the idea that you will see her again.
Kelly Steagall
Tuggle Family, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our hearts and prayers. Jane was a wonderful person and teacher she will be greatly missed. Sibyl Carter and James Marcus Nelson
Sibyl Carter
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Mrs Jane was a very special lady, friend, and teacher. I feel blessed to have known her. She will be truly missed.♥ May God comfort you and bless you during this time. (2 Corinthians 5:8) We are Confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord.
Rhonda Robertson Evans
We are thinking of each of you at this sad time. As I thought back about Jane I remember many things from when we were growing up and spending time together. As we got older, married and had children near the same ages our paths again crossed and we attended ball games, worked in concession stands, and enjoyed each others company as good friends do. Then we were both blessed with 5 grandchildren some of whom we picked up from preschool at the same time. We've laughed together, cried together, and made many memories that are dear to Wade and me. We hold each of you in our hearts and in our prayers. We love you, Wade & Dana Rorrer
Wade & Dana Rorrer
Dear Wayne, Jason, Wayne, and Brad, I am so deeply sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Wanda
Wanda Winn
A sad time and many broken hearts, but the human spirit is resilient as God made it and it will forge onward. What a wonderful lady, wife, mother, and grandmother, teacher and friend. Jane will be missed by many and remembered forever. All my family's love and support is with you and we'll be thinking and praying for you in the days to come.
Paula N. Lambeth
I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow and the days to follow. Memories and the grace of God will be your greatest comfort.
Donna Johnson
MR. TUGGLE SORRY FOR YOUR LOST MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU I LOST MY HUSB 4 YEARS AGO GOD BLESS YOU ALL
ANN DILLON
Dear Mr. Wayne R. Tuggle, Wayne Tuggle 2nd, Jason Tuggle, Brad Tuggle. Sorry To Hear About The Passing Of Your Wife And Mother Mrs. Jane Lester Tuggle, When i think about cancer and someone who has it, i like to see that person winning the battle over cancer and being fully cured of the disease, it's scarey and frightening to know that cancer has won the battle, when you fought it with everything you had till the end. I wish that our familys would never die, but as we all get older, it seems that we either loose a mother, father, brother, or a sister. May god be with all of you, in this terrible painful loss. If this was my mother, it would be a terrible, painful, hardship, that i just couldn't get over. Jane was a kind, careing, and giveing person. I believe that when we pass on, we enter into a better place in heaven, after our work is done here on earth. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Jeffrey W. Rakestraw
Jeffrey W. Rakestraw
I am so sorry for your loss!Praying God will wrap HIS arms around u and comfort you in the days to come!
Martha Moore Gwynn
Wayne and family, I have you in my prayers at this difficult time. I remember Jane at Draper Elementary for the many years we worked together. She loved her students and was an outstanding teacher. I know she also loved each of you. Hold fast to the memories of Jane and remember that one day each of us who believe in God will be joined again. Sincerely, Rev. Wayne Parleir
Wayne Parleir
Dear Tuggle Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers today in the loss of your precious wife and mother. May God give you comfort and strength in the coming days ahead. Mrs. Tuggle was a kind and loving teacher and friend and we were blessed to know her. Rita and Steve Smith
Steve and Rita Smith
Sorrow does not last forever, but memories do...so does love! Thinking of you and wishing you comfort at this time of loss. May the same arms that welcomed Jane into Heaven wrap around the family as they let go of the dearest person in their midst. Through the pain, take time to remember a life so well-lived by a wonderful teacher and the mother of three outstanding sons. Wayne, I could see and feel your sorrow tonight at the funeral home. My heart bleeds with you. God bless all of you...a truly fine family.
Fern Ragan
My prayers go out to the family in this time of need. Jane was a sweet lady and I will never forget her. She also was a strong lady and loved her family very much. I pray that God watches over the family during this hard time but knows that she is in a better place. May God be with you all.
Matt Norman
My sympathy and prayers go out for the Tuggle family. Matthew Nooe
Matthew Nooe
Jason and family we are sorry for the loss of your dear mother/grandmother/wife/bestfriend. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, The Pulliams
Kelley, Don, Kasey and Emily Pulliam
Your family has our deepest sympathy.If there is anything we can do don"t hesitate to ask. Abner&Carol Bullins.
Abner Bullins
Keeping all you guys in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Allyson Fretwell Roney
Dear Wayne, Wayne, Jason, and Brad, We are sorry we cannot be there at the visitation and funeral. We are in Florida at a conference. Our hearts are hurting for you. May God show you His way through your grieving and give you His presence , peace, and comfort through the process. Praise God for your wonderful memories and that you are assured that your precious wife and mom is whole and in heaven. Love and prayers, Walter and Janice
Walter & Janice Shepherd
Please know that our sympathy and prayers are with you at this time in your life. Jane has been an asset to this community and a fantastic wife and mother. Know that our prayers continue to be with you always.
Shirley, Charlie & Arthur Crisp
Wayne & Boys,I was deeply saddened by the news of Jane's passing,but now she's home,with no more pain & suffering.Praise The Lord for His Mercy & Grace! Your wife & mother always greeted me with a smile & friendly hello & she will be missed greatly.I offer my heart felt sympathy to you all.
Johnny Jones, Jones Auto Service
Mr. Tuggle and family, I so sorry for your loss. We'll be praying for your family.
Sherron Slaughter Ward
Dear Wayne and Family, I was so saddened to here of Jane's death. May it comfort you to know that she now rest in the arms of her Heavenly Father, free from pain and suffering. God bless you and give you strength for the days to come. Janice Lester Pate Stoneville High School Class of '67
Janice Lester Pate
I never knew Jane but was good friends with Jeff. The entire family was a big part of the First Baptist Church and really were . .the "salt of the earth." Tonight, the Lester Kids will meet in Heaven and reap thr rewards of a great life. My respect to Mr. Tuggle . God Bless You all, Roger Wilkes
Roger Wilkes
Wayne i am so sorry for your loss , Im sure you dont know who I am. But my mother Era Gray went to school with you . I would see Jane and you out in alot of places i worked and always remember her wonderful smile. Jane was a special person . To Jason Colton and I would like also to say how sorry we are for your loss. May you all know how many people Jane and your whole family have tough. You all will be in my thoughts and prays.
Cindy Lester Shelton
My prayers and thoughts go out to all the family. Jane was a very kind, considerate and caring person. Charles H. Wray Jr. Classmate-Stoneville High School Class of 1968
Charles H. Wray, Jr.
I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I WILL CONTINUE TO KEEP ALL OF YOU IN MY PRAYERS.MAY GOD BE YOUR COMFORT AND STRENGTH DURING THESE DIFFICULT TIMES...GOD BLESS.......
PAMELA HARRIS
Tuggle Family, Praying for each of you during this difficult time. Mrs. Tuggle will always be very special to me as she was to so many people. She touched so many lives through her teaching, she was one of the Best and will never be forgotten!
Angel Harris
Special prayer for you all during this difficult time. Knowing Jane from the time I was a kid at Draper to attending Church @ First Baptist in the later years has left me with great memories a great woman who has made a difference in this little town. Continue to draw your strength from our GOD above.
Kevin London
Wayne, I have been out of town, and was sorry to hear that Jane passed away. Our prayers are with you. If we can help in any way let us know. Jerry & Johnna Epps
Jerry Epps
Wayne and Family, I think back so often to when we were growing up and all the fond memories that were made. Jane had such wonderful and sweet ways and the smile she always had. May you and your family feel the peace that passes all understanding at this time of grief.
Joyce Redmond Hall
I am so sorry for your loss. I know a time like this is a difficult one. You will be in my prayers. Rachel
Rachel Matthews
Sorry for your loss
Steven lawson
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Jane was a very special person to everyone she met. We are very fortunate to have had the opportunity to have your family in our lives. If ever there is something you need please let us know. Crystal & Kirkland Owen
Crystal & Kirkland Owen
Wayne, Jim and I are so sorry to learn about your loss. You and your family will be in our prayers. Susan Kimbrough
Susan Kimbrough
Wayne, Jason, Brad Wayne 11, my heart goes ot to all of you and your wifes and children at this time. I know how very much Jane loved each one of you , and made each one feel so special. My heart just breaks for all of you. She neve stoped fighting. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. No one can ever tke her place, just remember the great times you had with her.I also want to say that Ann has been a bleesing to you also, she is one in a million. She was always there for you and will try to help as long as needed. She loves all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you . Muriel B. Caldwel
Muriel Bryant Calwell
Mr. Tuggle and family I would just like to say I am sorry for your loss I only just heard and wanted to let you know I am thinking of you and say how sorry I am for the loss of such a nice lady. I had her in the second grade and even seeing her years later she always recognized me when I would see her and say hello. The world lose a wonderful person but heaven gains one. Sncerely, Wendy
Wendy Tucker Carter
My heart is heavy because I know the hurt you are going through. I wish I could say something to ease your pain - God can do that.Please hold on to the cherished memories you have and keep each one of your family members close at all times. Jane was a jewel in many ways. You have my deepest sympathy, thoughts and my prayers are and will continue to be with you and your precious family. Why do bad things happen to GOOD people? I ask this over and over. Remember all the lives she touched. One day, we will know. God bless you and keep you. Love to all, Barbara
Barbara
tuggle family we are very sorry for your loss if theres any thing that we can do for anybody please dont be affraid to ask we really do admire your family and all of everyones accomplishments you folks are wonderful people barryronda and haley
ronda and barry
Jason we went to Morehead together and your mom was my 2nd grade teacher. Our mother went to heaven on July 1st. She fought her cancer for 3 years. Me and Steve send our condolences to you and your family.
Chris & Steve Fowler
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