Irma "Jane" Vance, 86 of Palmyra, passed away Monday, December 8, 2025, at Hallmark Health Care in Carlinville, IL.

Janie was born November 24, 1939, in Carlinville, IL, a daughter of Lloyd Albert and Anna Belle (Sanders) Rhodes. She graduated from Carlinville High School with the class of 1957. She married Norman Vance on March 2, 1957, at the Carlinville Emmanuel Baptist Church.

Janie was a hardworking farm wife and enjoyed her years as head cook at Northwestern Elementary. She loved being part of First Christian Church in Girard. Janie never passed up a chance to browse My Sister's Closet, Main Street, or check out something sparkly at Karla's Jewelry. She was an amazing cook and baker, known for her homemade pies and cherry delight. More than anything, Janie loved spending time with her family and friends.

Janie was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Norman Vance, daughter, Cindy Hinds, son-in-law, Gary Dilley, brother, Albert Rhodes, and great-grandson, Bennett Spangler.

Visitation will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025, 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm at First Christian Church, Girard, IL.

Funeral Services will be conducted at 5:00 pm, Friday, December 12, 2025 at First Christian Church, Girard, with Pastor Rick Irwin presiding.

Janie is survived by her daughter, Pam Dilley of Carlinville, IL, son, Brad (Wendy) Vance of Virden, IL, eleven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Memorials may be made to First Christian Church.

Please visit www.davisandersonfuneralhome.com to leave condolences or light a candle in her memory.

Davis-Anderson Funeral Homes Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.