Jane Ann (Mortenson) Sweeney, 77, of Stillwater, died July 27, 2025. Jane was born Nov. 14, 1947. She grew up in Falcon Heights, and attended Alexander Ramsey High School.

Jane was preceded in death by her parents Al and Jo Mortenson; sister Mary Giles and brother-in-law, Jim Sweeney. Jane is survived by her husband of 53 years, Dr. John E. Sweeney; brother Tom Mortenson (Mary Ellen Becker); and in-laws, George W. Sweeney (Jim Chotas), Cynthia Kindlien (Larry Underkoffler), Bob Sweeney (Laurie), Kathleen Daniels (Frank), Jayne Sweeney (Jim), Jim Harris (Mary).

She graduated from Mankato State College with a degree in education. Jane taught for 30 years in the Stillwater Public Schools, including many of those years at Stonebridge Elementary School.

Besides being a beloved teacher, Jane was a brilliant artist. Her keen eye for design, color and beauty not only created their lovely home, but produced many mosaics, drawings, paintings and more.

John would like to thank those who have helped and supported him during the many years of Jane’s cancer journey and for the days to come. Jane was a fighter and survivor and made the most of each day.

A celebration of Jane’s life will be Oct. 6 at Bradshaw Celebration of Life Center, 2800 Curve Crest Boulevard, Stillwater. Visitation is 4–5 p.m., with a short service at 5 p.m., followed by refreshments. Memorials preferred to the Mayo Clinic Development Foundation or Family Means of Stillwater.