Martha Jane Busch

On December 28, 2019
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Martha Jane Busch, age 84 of Allegheny County passed away on Friday, December 27, 2019. Born on September 30, 1935, she was the daughter of Virginia Jean and John Frederick Busch. She is survived by her sons Ken Klages of Largo, FL and Scott Klages of Yorba Linda, CA and three granddaughters.

Jane was always interested in art and music. She enjoyed square dancing, painting, and was a president of the Fox Chapel Area Women’s Club. She joined the Sweet Adelines where she sang soprano, and sang in the choir at Memorial Park church for 10 years and more recently at the Ingomar Methodist Church where she sang into her 80’s.

Having had fibromyalgia for many years, Jane started a support group for those afflicted with the condition. When Jane noticed that someone needed help, she always offered a hand. Even in her 80’s, she helped those women who suffered with Alzheimer’s disease. Jane will be deeply missed by all.

At age 79, Jane moved to Cumberland Woods Village where she enjoyed new friendships and the company of her dear little Westie, Ty.

At the family’s request, all services will be held privately. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pittsburgh Cremation and Funeral Care, 5405 Steubenville Pike, McKees Rocks PA 15136.

Please view and sign the family’s online guestbook at pittsburghcremation.com.

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Ken Klages

Jan 2 2020

Jane was a good mother who helped Scott and me grow up to be strong and successful people. She struggled for so many years with the fibromyalgia, but was always in good spirits despite the challenges. Even at the end of her life, the way she was so organized and pragmatic about the whole process of life - and its end - was quite inspiring. She was in a lot of pain towards the end, but even then she demonstrated how to handle the end of life with grace. We will surely miss her, but it is some comfort to know that she is now in a better place. And I want to thank the people from Hospice who were such a big help to her in dealing with the pain and challenges. I got to take a few items from her home which are now proudly displayed in our home as nice reminders of a wonderful mom.

Sarah Krushisnki

Jan 4 2020

I had the very great pleasure of singing with Jane in choirs at both Memorial Park Presbyterian Church and Ingomar United Methodist Church. She was so lovely and always smiling. If she was in pain, you would have never known it. It is only after reading these posts that I have now come to know that she had a pain condition; Fibromialgia. She was always so positive and effervescent. Though I did not know Jane well, I considered her a friend, a kindred spirit...singing with the ladies! I hope her family and loved ones are comforted knowing that she is now free of pain and is singing alongside the angels who have been watching over her all these years. She is home, in the country of The Great King, blessed and surrounded by joy.

Scott Klages

Jan 5 2020

My mother was a very kind, loving, and generous woman who always put her family first. She assured that my brother Ken and I received excellent educations and would be well-positioned to be successful in life. I have many great memories from when we were growing up. She was a loving grandmother to my three daughters and never forgot a birthday or other special occasion, taking care to find just the right card or gift. My mother often helped others who were in need. Through her church, she helped Korean families that were relocated to polish their English and to be acclimated to America and the Pittsburgh area. Even in her 80’s, she helped women who suffered with Alzheimer’s disease. Jane was smart, artistic (singing and painting), and very well-organized. In her later years, she became rather adept at playing dominos! Thanks to all the friends who helped my mother as her health declined… I don’t know what she would have done without your efforts. Thanks also to the Cumberland Woods residents and staff who expressed their condolences and who were friends with Jane. I am very thankful that Ken, Pastor Greg from Ingomar Methodist Church, and I were able to see my mom on her final day. Mom, you were a fantastic mother, and we will miss you dearly.

Bob Simmons

Dear Scott and Ken and Family, I am saddened to hear of your mother’s passing and wish you and your family peace, comfort and eventually happiness in celebrating the lovely person that was your mom. Our Aunt Jane, whom we visited last in mid-November after my mother’s memorial, was so upbeat and empathetic, even while going through her own struggles with her health, that her condition was almost unnoticeable. She was kind, forthright and loving, and I will always remember fondly the sense of family and tradition she instilled in us all with her holiday gatherings that she generously hosted at her home. It was also great that she and my mother were able to reconnect in their last years and rekindle the friendship they had back in their early years together. They shared a lot of laughs together and we got to know her more deeply, of her wit and optimism which happily and unexpectedly complemented my mom’s more trepidatious outlook. Jane was also so kind and generous to Lila and our family as we went through some hard times as well. Jane was loved and will be missed. Love to you all, Bob

Anneliese Suda

Jan 13 2020

Jane was my grandmother and I already miss her so much. She was a wonderful, talented, and creative woman that left an impact on many. She was always so kind to me, and though she never got to meet my husband, she was very excited about our marriage...and the fact that he could cook! I hope she is happily singing with the angels in heaven ????

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