Jane Flachs

Jane E. Flachs, age 71, of Liberty, Illinois, died on Saturday, January 25, 2025 in Blessing Hospital. She was born on March 30th, 1953 in Quincy, the daughter of Ralph and Jeanette (Kroeger) Vogelpohl. She married Lowell ‘Andy’ Flachs on October 3, 1981. He survives.

Jane was a secretary for Moorman Manufacturing and then later for the Western Catholic Union. She was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church. Jane was an accomplished artist in oil painting among other mediums. She liked Blues music and all the time spent with family, especially the grandchildren.

In addition to her husband, Jane is also survived by:
Children: Johnathan Hamann (Kia) of Quincy and Heather Daley (Jeff) of Aurora, IL.
Grandchildren: Adler, Genevieve and Liviana Hamann; Kyle and Evan Daley.
Brothers: Dave Vogelpohl (Ann) and Dennis Vogelpohl (Sandy)
Nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025 at 9:30 AM in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home with a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Blessed Sacrament Church. Interment in Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025 from 4:00 until 7:00 PM in the Duker & Haugh Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to the Quincy Art Center or to Quincy Notre Dame High School. The Duker & Haugh Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

12 Comments

  1. Ginny Davis on January 27, 2025 at 9:46 am

    My deepest condolences to Andy and Jane’s Family &Friends

  2. Steve Looten on January 27, 2025 at 10:53 am

    Jane was a wonderful lady and for many years was a shining light at WCU. Members throughout the Midwest loved every opportunity to chat with her. If something needed to be done, very quietly Jane would take care of it well ahead of deadline. Every office needs a Jane. She’ll be missed by us all.

  3. Julie Clapper on January 27, 2025 at 11:40 am

    Dearest John, Heather and Andy,
    Your mom and wife was a very kind, silly, and talented woman. I’m so very, very sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort at this very difficult time.

  4. Dave Vogelpohl on January 27, 2025 at 2:18 pm

    God couldn’t have given me a more wonderful, loving, and caring person as a sister. She brought joy and peace to all that knew her.

  5. Chaplain Mark Wiewel on January 27, 2025 at 2:47 pm

    Andy, John, Heather, and Family:
    Very sorry for your loss.
    Eternal Rest Jane
    Chaplain Mark Wiewel
    Blessing Hospital

  6. Tracy Lilleberg on January 28, 2025 at 7:18 am

    Andy and Family,

    We are so sorry to hear about Jane. She had such a kind warm presence with everyone she encountered. She made people around her feel special from her sweet tenderness. Every time we visited, she would have wonderful stories she would so proudly share about her life adventures with Andy and stories about her children and grandchildren she so fiercely loved. Our family sends our deepest sympathies and prayers to you for such a great loss.
    With Love,
    Tracy, Tom, Ty, Teagan, and Trey Lilleberg

  7. Sue Kelley on January 28, 2025 at 9:41 am

    Andy and Family – My deepest sympathies to you all on Jane’s passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  8. Peggy Litt on January 29, 2025 at 5:11 am

    So sorry to hear this. ]May you all find peace and comfort in your memories of her. So sorry that I’m unable to attend the services for her.

  9. Tom Arnold on January 29, 2025 at 8:16 am

    I worked with Jane and Andy for manny years and always looked forward to our annual meetings. I very much liked working with Andy and Jane. Andy you and your family have my deepest condolences. Jane will be greatly missed.

    Godspeed Jane

  10. Greg Mann family on January 29, 2025 at 1:56 pm

    Andy and family, we are so very sorry to hear this. Jane was a sweet lady and we will always remember our marriage encounter days and our antiquing adventures. Much love and prayers. the Mann Family

  11. Paul and Rita Grawe on January 31, 2025 at 11:18 am

    Andy and family, we are very sorry for your loss. Jane was a terrific person to work with over the years and a genuine and caring person. She will be sorely missed. God Bless and prayers for Jane, you, and your family. Paul and Rita Grawe

  12. JD Seak on February 1, 2025 at 9:27 am

    Condolences to Andy and family!

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