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Jane Piazza Obituary

Jane Piazza Charleston - Jane Elizabeth Piazza, 97, widow of Arnold L. Piazza, entered into eternal rest on Monday, March 21, 2022. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 24, 2022, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston. The Rite of Committal will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery Mausoleum, 604 Fort Johnson Rd., on James Island. A native of Brooklyn, NY, Jane was born December 7, 1924, a daughter of the late Clementine Cruthers and James Anthony Foy. She was a graduate of Girls' Commercial High School in Brooklyn, attended Hofstra College and the College of Charleston. She was retired from the Charleston County School System after many years of faithful service as a teacher. Jane was a member of Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church and was also active in many civic organizations including the Pilot Club, Past President of B.P.O. Does Drove #231, Federation of Women's Club (Woman of the Year and Hall of Fame), and also volunteered for 10 years at the VA Hospital and 20 years at MUSC Children's Hospital as well as the U.S.O. and a blood donor. Mrs. Piazza is survived by her son, Arnold L. Piazza, Jr.; 4 grandchildren: Michelle Hayes, Brian Heffner, Trey Heffner, and Travis Piazza; 6 great-grandchildren: Stephanie, Erica Jane, Quinton, Sophia, Elise, and Evan; and 2 great-great-grandchildren: Melody Joy and Quada. She was preceded in death by her daughter Laraine P. Heffner. In lieu of flowers, Memorials may be made to the Smile Train (www.smiletrain.org) or the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org). Arrangements by James A. McAlister, 1620 Savannah Highway, Charleston, (843) 766-1365. Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Mar. 22 to Mar. 23, 2022.

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Eileen Gatti

March 24, 2022

Many condolences to my old friend, Arnold, Michelle, godson, Brian and entire family. Jane had a very long and full life and that will give you much comfort. She was an amazing cook and a very wise mother of a teenage daughter who always knew when Laraine and I were about to get into some mischief. She always headed us off at the pass and we affectionately called her FBI Jane. Jane is the last of the "Yankee crew" who settled in Charleston after the closing of the Brooklyn Naval Yard in NY. Jane and Arnold hosted many get togethers helping everyone adjust to their new lives. I'm sure Jane's hospitality has not ended rather transferred to a more heavenly accommodation.

Margie Sirisky

March 23, 2022

I wish to send my love and sympathy to Jane's family and her many friends. She was a lovely lady. She will be missed. For many years I could count on her for any help I needed at Blessed Sacrament Church and the Charleston Elks Lodge.

Kay Hanna

March 23, 2022

I enjoyed sharing many lunches with the ILLs (If Life Lasts) Ladies, Jane, Gloria, Doris, and Reba. I would drive my Mom, Tena Strickler. And Brenda, joined with her Mom, Reba. They were a wonderful group of ladies who knew how to have fun. I miss them all. They are all in heaven making decorations and having cocktails.

Jim & Joye Wall

March 23, 2022

We had many great times with Arnie & Jane with our Elks trips and times at the local Lodge - which was mostly on Bee Street then. National´s for several years.
They are missed!

Brenda kiser

March 23, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. From Brenda Kiser and John Pontieri

Dee Barrow

March 23, 2022

Thinking of you all at this difficult time. I will treasure always the sweet memories
Sending lots of
Dee Barrow

Marleen Alexander

March 23, 2022

Loved Jane and Arnie !! We had a lot of fun together and I admired them in so many ways. May God comfort your family during this difficult time.

Cathy Hyatt

March 23, 2022

Dear family, I have known Ms.Jane & Mr.Arnold for many years from the Elk´s Lodge. I bartended the memorial reception at the lodge when Mr.Arnold passed. I felt honored to be asked to do this for Ms. Jane. They were two of the kindest people I have ever met and had the pleasure of knowing. Ms.Jane never failed to ask how my Mom was doing since she was no longer able to come to the Does meetings. My Mom and Ms. Jane were close friends years ago before Mom was diagnosed with Alzheimer´s. I´m blessed to have known this amazing woman. I pray that the family will soon find peace with her passing. She will be dearly missed and she was well loved by many.

Cheryll Woods-Flowers

March 21, 2022

Jane was one of the most incredible ladies that I have ever known! I know her family will miss her terribly...I pray that they will find peace in the coming weeks and months.

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