Jane Smith Kearns

Sarah Jane Smith Kearns, age 75, of Asheboro passed away on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at her home surrounded by her family.

Ms. Kearns was born on January 13, 1947 to Fred and Blanche Treece Smith.  She was retired from Klaussner Furniture with over 35 years of service.  In addition to her parents, Jane was preceded in death by her brother, Fred Neil Smith and stepfather, James Hall.  Jane was a strong-willed lady who had a big heart and a great sense of humor.  She loved her family and enjoyed traveling with them.  She loved gardening, flowers, her animals, and canning vegetables. Jane enjoyed sewing and was a black belt in karate.

She is survived by her daughter, Donna Kearns Cole (Rick) of Asheboro; son, Kevin Kearns (Heather) of Asheboro; grandsons, Brandon Mitchell, Hunter Smith, Landon Ray, Tyler Kearns, Dylan Kearns, and Brady Kearns; great grandsons, Brody and Liam Mitchell; significant other, Steve Shelton; nephew, Tim Smith, and fur baby, Max.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 24, 2022 from 2:00-3:45 pm at Pugh Funeral Home , 437 Sunset Avenue in Asheboro.  Funeral services will follow on Sunday at 4:00 pm at the Pugh Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. John Gunter officiating.  Burial will be held in Oaklawn Cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Hospice of Randolph, 416 Vision Dr., Asheboro, NC 27203 or Randolph SPCA, 300 W. Bailey St., Asheboro, NC 27203.