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Jane Tuzik Phillips
10/14/1941 - 08/05/2026
Jane T. Phillips, of Edina, passed away peacefully August 5, 2026, after a long journey with memory loss. Jane is survived by her husband of 65 years, Daniel Phillips; children, Anne “Pokey” Phillips and Patrick Phillips; grandchildren, Matthew, Molly, Kelly, Taylor, Grayson, Cooper, and Riley; younger sister, Donna; and many nieces, nephews, other loving relatives and friends.
A celebration of her life will take place on herbirthday, Oct. 14, 2026, at the Mendakota CountryClub, Mendota Heights. More details to follow.

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Alice Godfrey (Andrus)
During my time as Class President, I reached out to Jane to help plan a mini reunion with classmates in the Twin Cities area. Jane offered to host a luncheon. In her beautiful home she serv d us a bevy of delicious salads while we caught up with each other. Jane was doing executive search for colleges and secondary schools across the country. As I was doing some of the same work for different industries, I admired her deep engagement and knowledge in her work. I had hoped to get back up to the Cities to continue to see Jane, Katie and Leslie, but alas, that didn't happen. I remember her fondly as a competent woman and for her Minnesota friendly manner.
Edith Dulles
That's so sweet, Alice!
Kathleen Vreeland (Buffon)
Pam and I shared a triple in Pearsons sophomore year with Janie. She was a free spirit -- zany! She decided that her body could adjust to the fall and winter temperatures if she went without a coat. Sometime in December she concluded that she wasn't adapting quickly enough and gave in to outerwear. She adored Danny and, later, their children. I think she surprised everyone except herself by becoming an academic, a head mistress, and a mover and shaker in the world of education. I remember her fondly and am so sorry that her recent years were a struggle. But oh what she accomplished in life!