Jane Saul of Provincetown died Tuesday, October1st at Cape Cod Hospital in Hyannis, with her sister and niece by her side. She was 77.
Born in New York City, she was the daughter of the late Eli and Gladys (Sperry) Saul. After high school she studied to become a Laboratory Technician. She worked at both hospitals’ and doctors’ offices as a hematologist.
Jane moved to Provincetown in the early 1970’s. Here she worked in Womencrafts, where so many visiting women found Jane to be an especially welcoming and comforting presence. Jane will also be remembered for her volunteer outreach and altruism. If someone needed a helping hand, Jane was there, be it a ride to a medical appointment, or any other urgent need.
Jane loved Herring Cove, and for many years she loved walking the beach, collecting impressive amounts of beach glass and smooth stones.
In her last year of life, Jane brought her own compassion and empathy to those caring for her at Seashore Point Nursing Home, and they will miss her. During this year, Jane still looked forward to, and thoroughly enjoyed, a weekly card game with friends at Seashore Point, and her 'poker face’ was legendary.
Jane leaves her sister, Anne Olson of Springfield, VA, her niece, Deborah, and nephews Mathew, Mark and Thomas, along with their families, as well as her best buddy Diane Greene, of Wellfleet. Jane also leaves many friends, young and old, near and far.
A Celebration of Jane’s Life will be held at a time and date to be announced.
Contributions in her memory can be sent to H.O.W. (Helping Our Women), 34 Conwell St, Provincetown, MA 02657.