Jane Pidcock Obituary

JANE H. PIDCOCK
May 3, 1945 ˜ June 16, 2024

Obituaries are normally written by the family of the deceased and give praise to their loved one who no longer is here to read those praises. So I decided to write the following so I could sing my last praise to my loved ones who are still here to read it (not a big surprise to them that I have to have the last word). And to let others know what a great and happy life my loved ones gave me. They were my caregivers and always there to support me and encourage me no matter what. They sung me praises everyday and here is my last praise I can sing to them.
I, Jane Pidcock, 79, was called by God on June 16, 2024, as my work on earth was done. Over many years, I was a survivor of cancer and heart disease and lived with optimism, strength and dignity. I was a warrior! I was born in Rocky Ford, CO, May 3, 1945, to Donald and Rachael Aschermann. I graduated from Rocky Ford High School in 1963, and then attended Colorado Women’s College. I retired in 2007 and enjoyed the simple pleasures of life until my death. To say I loved my family and life is putting it mildly. I knew life was to be lived completely and I made sure every day counted for myself, but also my family. My life was somewhat a roller coaster but I remained resilient, fearless and lived life with a passion and to the fullest everyday. I placed an extremely high value on my family. I always strived to be a loving wife, mother and friend, who always gave of myself and never stopped sharing my love. My marriage and life with Shawn and being Karen and Donald’s mother were my greatest blessings.
Shawn fulfilled my every dream and gave me the best years of my life. He was the love of my life and I loved and cherished him beyond what words can’t express. I could not ever asked for a better, more loving husband and friend. What a lucky and blessed lady I was. His caregiving during my health issues was beyond reproach. He anticipated my every need and made sure I was taken care of all the while working and taking care of household needs, grocery shopping and cooking meals. Talk about an angel watching over me.
There was a special excitement I felt when my kiddos would come to visit me. We always made special memories and had a lot of laughs. Karen and Donald were what made my life worth living from the day they were born. I loved them with all my heart and they always made their mother proud. I enjoyed supporting them in every one of their high school sports and musical events. They both are strong, independent and purposeful adults. I could never have asked for better, more loving children than them. What a lucky and blessed mom I was. Shawn, Karen and Donald were my best friends. I felt I’d won the lottery with this wonderful family that I was given. I was so blessed.
I married the love of my life, Shawn Pidcock, July 14, 1990. We moved from Missoula, MT, to Vancouver, WA, in 1992. We had a perfect and enduring love. We lived an amazing love story and created a magical marriage of 33+ years.
I pray my love and support had a lasting and positive impact on the lives of those my path crossed. I hope I will be remembered for my laughter and the laughter I brought to others. I always tried to be positive and not complain even when the burden was heavy.
I leave behind my devoted and loving husband, Shawn; the treasures of my life, children, Karen Scott of Littleton, CO, and Donald Scott (Felipe) of Palm Springs, CA. Also brother, Ron (Nancy) Aschermann of Rocky Ford; sisters-in-law, Denise (Leslee) Pidcock and Theresa (Russ) Hartman; brother-in-law, Mark Pidcock (Tricia); as well as several nieces and nephews.
I believe I will be dearly missed by the circle of family and friends who loved me and I want your tears to be of joy and not sorrow as I had a very happy and fulfilled life because of all of you. I had a wealth of hopes and dreams fulfilled, days well-lived and now a legacy to celebrate. I lived life to the fullest everyday and my strong spirit never wavered until my last breath.
In lieu of flowers, I would like your money better spent by a donation to the PeaceHealth Southwest Washington Medical Center Foundation, Heart and Vascular Fund, PO Box 1600, Vancouver, WA 98668, the Humane Society, or Hope for Paws, www.hopeforpaws.org.
There will be a celebration of life July 25, 2024, at Vancouver United Church of Christ, 1220 NE 68th St., Vancouver, WA 98665, at 2 p.m. Come celebrate a life well lived!
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