Jane Ellen Fichter, 85, of Princeton, Indiana, passed away on December 9, 2025.
She was born on February 27, 1940, in Princeton, Indiana, to Otis Joseph Nixon Jr (OJ) and Jeanette (Nettie) Zula Nixon.
Jane graduated from Mt Olympus high school. She met the love of her life, William, and they were married on September 19, 1964. They shared 61 wonderful years together filled with devotion, partnership, and unwavering commitment.
Jane worked at Potter & Brumfield. She was part-owner of the Nature’s Den and was an administrative assistant for Dr. Wells for many years. She was a greeter and counted mass collections for years at St Joseph Catholic Church. After retirement, she was a member of the Josephines at St Joseph Church.
Faith and family were the foundations of Jane’s life. She had a passion for church, cross stitching, reading, cooking, gardening, nature, and spending time with family. Her pies and cookies were her most sought-after delicacies. She was a supportive role model to her two children and was always involved in their lives. She especially cherished family vacations, road trips, and grandchildren’s sporting events. She traveled to all 50 states and several countries. Jane was known for her selflessness, often putting others before herself, and will be remembered for her kind soul and gentle heart.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents, OJ and Nettie Nixon; her brothers Robert Nixon, Joseph Nixon, and Ralph Nixon; her sisters Gladys Whittington and Mollie Affolter.
She is survived by her loving husband William Fichter; her sister Betty Whittington; her children Brad Fichter and his wife Stacy; Brian Fichter and his wife Mary; She also leaves behind grandchildren; Nathan (Haley), Natalie (CJ), Nicole (Jaxon), Noah, and Devon (Kevin), and great grandchildren Calvin, Caroline, and Colton. She also leaves behind nieces Connie Reis (Jim), Cathy Green (Bob), Donna Lawrence-Hoelting (Chuck) and Nancy Ruttle (Mike).
A memorial mass will be held at St Joseph Catholic Church in Princeton, Indiana, by Father Gary Kaiser at 11:00am on December 17, 2025, with dinner to follow.
The family extends its heartfelt thanks to Linda E. White Hospice House and all the caregivers and nurses.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Linda E. White Hospice House.
Jane Ann Slinker says
So sorry for your loss. Jane was such a good person and a wonderful homemaker. I didn’t get to see her often but when we did get together we made up for lost time. I am thankful that she was a good friend. Heaven welcomed a special soul when Jane arrived. My prayers are with Willie and the family.
JW.ORG says
From all of us at JW.ORG, we send our heartfelt condolences.
Nancy Stoll says
Jane was a very dear old friend we go back a long way. She was very thoughtful and will be missed very much.
Bill & Mary Neal says
It was just by chance on this evening of December 17th, the day of the funeral, that I happened on to this notice — I and my wife Mary are so saddened by this news. We extend our deepest sympathy to Will, their sons, and extended families — and to the St. Joseph Church community which will miss Jane.
Gloria Elliott says
Jane and I were best friends from the first grade. She will be greatly missed.
Condolences to the family