Jane Marie Dewar Schuele, born on September 24, 1944, in Kansas City, KS, passed away on September 10, 2024, after an 18-year courageous battle with cancer. She was the beloved daughter of Donald and Mary Dewar.

Jane attended Bishop Ward High School in Kansas City, KS, and graduated in 1962. After high school, she earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Elementary Education from the University of St. Mary, Leavenworth, KS, in 1966. Following graduation, she began her teaching career in Kansas City, KS.

On February 12, 1972, Jane married Karl Schuele at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Kansas City, KS. For the duration of their marriage, the couple resided on their family farm in Atchison, KS.

Jane worked at Benedictine College for 32 years, contributing to various roles, including the Maintenance Department and the Executive MBA program. However, she was best known for her work as a Library Assistant for Interlibrary Loans at the Benedictine College Library, earning the nickname “Library Jane,” before retiring in 2022. In addition, Jane spent several years working with the Benedictine Sisters in their kitchen.

As a devoted St. Benedict Parish member, Jane supported the adoration chapel for 22 years. She loved reading, cheering on the Benedictine College basketball and football teams, attending musical events at the college, and especially enjoyed performances by the Atchison Jazz Express. She discovered a new role in the Atchison Community later in life as she combined her passion for loving children, holiday spirit, and the color red by playing the role of Mrs. Claus with her real-life partner and husband, Karl, who played Santa Claus. Santa and Mrs. Claus celebrated Christmas in the Atchison community for 18 years, earning her a place on the “nice list” for life.

Jane always proclaimed herself to be practical, down to earth, and a champion of the underdog. Her life is a testament to the type of person she truly is, especially through compassion; Jane never hesitated to help out someone in need, whether they needed shelter, help with running errands, or even providing care for a relative or friend in poor health or dying. She loves her family dearly and always attended events for her kids, grandkids, and nieces/nephews at school. Many knew Jane to share her affection for ladybugs, sunsets, and sunflowers. At Benedictine basketball and football games, she was a fierce fan and celebrated the raven spirit, along with her favorite marching band. She is also known as “Country Jane” at the local KAIR Radio station and was an enthusiastic and loyal listener. Jane cherished her friendships and relationships, which played a significant role in her life, bringing joy and connection wherever she went.

Jane is survived by her husband of 52 years, Karl Schuele of Atchison, KS; her four children: Jeff (Megan) Schuele of Atchison, KS, Dan (Carolyn Salfrank) Schuele of Atchison, KS, Jennifer Schuele of Overland Park, KS, and Denise Schuele of Overland Park, KS; her sister, Rita (Larry) Heintzelman of Olathe, KS; her brother-in-law, Tom (Pauline) Schuele of Atchison, KS; and her sister-in-law, Marilyn Geiger of Robinson, KS. She also leaves behind nine granddaughters- Kayla, Allison, Greta, Annika, Bridget, Kai, Alaney, Marika, and Liesel, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Donald, and Mary Dewar-Flynn; her stepfather, Richard Flynn; her granddaughter, Ashton Marie Schuele; and her grandson, Colin Keating Schuele.

Mass of Christian Burial will be on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at St. Joseph Church in Atchison, KS. Visitation will begin at 10 a.m. prior to the service. Memorial contributions are suggested to Mount St. Scholastica or St. Benedict's Abbey and may be entrusted to the Arensberg-Pruett Funeral Home.