Jane Anne Finbraaten, lifelong resident of Rochester passed away March 10, 2015. She died peacefully surrounded by loved ones following a brief illness. Jane was born to parents Charles and Julia Jordan on October 23, 1925. She married John Bucher and had five children, Michael Jordan, Mark Thomas, Patrick Shawn, Joseph James and Jacqueline Anne. The marriage ended in divorce. Jane raised the five children as a single mother for many years. She did so with perseverance and grace. During that time she managed to receive a degree through Rochester Community College. She was very proud of being a freshman alongside her son Mike. She worked for the Mayo Clinic for many years. She faced many hardships without complaint. She was very proud of her Irish heritage. Jane was incredibly sociable and had many, many dear friends. She had a great sense of humor and could laugh herself with ease. She was also a great story-teller. She loved her Minnesota Twins, rarely missing a game. She also thoroughly enjoyed visiting thrift stores and antiquing. She deeply loved her children. Following the loss of her oldest child Michael, she found strength and shared that strength with her surviving children. After marrying a second time she enjoyed a full and loving relationship. She married a 2nd time to Eldred Finbraaten in 1976. She and 'Eldy' had many good years together. She led a long, full and gratifying life. She will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held Saturday March 14, 2015 at 1:00pm. in the River Park Chapel Macken Funeral Home. Visitation will be held Saturday March 14, 2015 from 12:30pm to 1:00pm. in the River Park Chapel Macken Funeral Home. Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com