Jane Frances Klarsfeld

Albany, NY-Klarsfeld, Jane Frances (Osborn), 98, died peacefully on February 8, 2024. Jane was the daughter of Frank and Genevieve Murphy Osborn. Born in Waterloo, New York, Jane moved to Ovid as a toddler and eventually to Albany where she attended St. Teresa of Avila followed by Vincentian Institute (VI), proudly a member of the high school’s Class of 1944. Mom always spoke highly of her time at these Albany institutions and her memories of the friends she made never faded. Mom always said her graduating class from VI “was one of the nicest that ever came out that wonderful school.” After VI, Jane attended Traphagen School of Design in Manhattan. She thrived at Traphagen where she studied fashion illustration and textile design. Her professional sketches were commissioned by local advertising agencies for Yezzi’s and Flah’s and were submitted to Albany newspapers; many sketches are now framed and hanging in her family’s homes. On V-J Day Jane met Albany entrepreneur and WWII veteran Milton Klarsfeld at The Playdium Bowling Alley in Albany. Jane always remembered how festive it was that night and how the celebration was extended by many of them jumping into their cars to go dancing. Jane and Milt’s friends were a huge part of their world with “The Poker Club” topping the list. Married for 69 years, together they raised six children. As the family grew, they moved from Orlando Avenue to South Main Avenue, settling on Harding Street for over two decades. Mom and Dad put all their children through college, something they were always incredibly proud of. Dreading the empty nest Jane decided to take her life down a few new avenues. First, she accepted a part-time position in the family business, Audio-Video Corporation. She enjoyed it more than she thought and ended up staying on for a few years. Mom also continued her art studies, now at The College of Saint Rose. Jane truly immersed herself in the school’s art program taking advantage of any and all mediums offered. She also had fun tales to tell her kids when she would see our friends on campus. About this time Mom and Dad also purchased a second home on Cape Cod. Jane took full advantage of the artistic opportunities during their many summers there. It was on the Cape that Mom attended many of Jane Lincoln’s watercolor classes that typically took place on secluded beaches, sprinkled throughout Cape Cod. When visiting Mom in the summer we’d witness her trunk, always filled with countless paintbrushes, watercolors, art paper, her easel, plus a healthy dose of sand. Today, Mom’s watercolors also hang proudly in many of her children’s homes. Mom will always be remembered for her love of family, fashion sense, subtle sense of humor, and generosity. She is predeceased by her husband, Milton, her cherished sister Patricia Ann McCabe and brother Francis “Sonny” Osborn. Mom is survived by her six loving children, Jerry Klarsfeld (Traci) of Salinas, CA, Pam Klarsfeld (Peter Brunk) of Altamont, Debbie Pentak (Stephen) of Stephentown, Ted Klarsfeld (Martha Meader) of Saratoga Springs, Leslie Burnes of Millis, MA, and Laurie Carpenter (Kevin) of Ballston Lake. Visiting "Grandma Jane” will be forever missed by all her grandchildren: Jackson Klarsfeld, Keven Brunk (Jessyka), Kara Brunk, Colin Brunk (Lily), Jamie Seibert (Tim), Kate Pentak, Craig Pentak (Erica), MacKenzie Klarsfeld, Lindsey Burnes, Kelsey Burnes, Katy Carpenter (Kyle), Drew Carpenter (Blair) and Jack Carpenter. In addition, Grandma Jane leaves behind eight adored great-grandchildren: William and Margot Seibert, Eve, Norah and Jack Pentak, and Kroy, Kruz and Koen Carpenter. Jane is also survived by many nieces and nephews. Jane’s family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to the incredible staff at Eddy Village Green Beverwyck whose compassionate care was witnessed daily. The family would also like to thank The Community Hospice for delivering another layer of essential loving care during Mom’s final weeks. Relatives and friends are invited to a Memorial Mass of Christian Burial Wednesday, March 13, 2024 at 11:00 am at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 25 Mountainview Street, Voorheesville, NY 12186. Interment will follow at 1:30 pm at the Gerald B.H. Solomon National Cemetery in Schuylerville. To leave a message for the family please visit www.McveighFuneralHome.com In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make a donation online to National Multiple Sclerosis Society: https://donate.nationalmssociety.org/campaign/Jane-Klarsfeld

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Jane Frances Klarsfeld

April 22, 1925 - February 8, 2024