Evans, GA – Constance Jane Chapman Strong, 66, loving wife of 41 years to Gene Strong, went to be with the Lord on October 10, 2016 surrounded by her family.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at First Baptist Church of Augusta Storey Chapel with Jim Walls, Associate Pastor of First Baptist Church of Augusta, officiating.
Jane was born in Tryon, NC to the late Demus and Evelyn Chapman. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Augusta, where she served as a deacon and was a member of the Nova Sunday School Class. She graduated from Western Carolina and Augusta State University with degrees in Education. She taught P.E. in Richmond and Columbia County for 30 years. She retired after teaching at Blue Ridge Elementary for 13 years.
Jane lived life to the fullest and touched the hearts of many. She was a true example of courage, faith, and strength that came from the Lord and her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time in the mountains of North Carolina, crocheting, cooking, and being involved in bible study.
In addition to her husband, survivors include her daughter; Virginia Budenski and husband Joey of Evans, GA, brother; Austin E. Chapman and wife Caroline of Tryon, NC. In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her sister; Ann C. Murphey.
The family will receive friends on Friday, October 14, 2016 from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the funeral home.
If so desired, memorials may be made to the America Cancer Society, 2607 Commons Blvd, Augusta, GA 30909 for Ovarian Cancer Research.