Jane A. (nee: Baumgartner) Gichenko Porter, age 95, of Newbury, OH, peacefully passed away on September 22, 2021, at Blossom Hill Nursing Home in Huntsburg, OH.  Born April 18, 1926, to Frank and Emma (nee: Friihauf) Baumgartner in Novelty, OH. 

She married William Gichenko in June of 1949, he preceded her in death in 1995.  They had four children that they raised in a loving home in Newbury, OH. Jane married Ottis Porter in August of 2002.

Jane was an excellent hostess and enjoyed family gatherings and entertaining her friends. She loved her yard and tending to her beautiful flower gardens. She was a 4-H Sewing Advisor when her daughters were younger and participated each year with her baking and flowers at the Great Geauga County Fair.

She was always there with a lending hand to anyone in need. She had so many fond memories of her childhood and loved her parents and siblings. She always put her family first and made sure her children and grandchildren knew that they were loved.

Jane is survived by her children, Bill (Georgia) Gichenko of Novelty, OH, Jill (Trapper) Carter of Burton, OH, Gretchen (Rich) Wolfe of Chardon, OH; Grandchildren, Tracy, Janie, Leslie, Nick, Barron, and Jillian. She was blessed with 22 Great Grandchildren and 1 Great Great Grandchild.

Preceded in death by her parents, husband, William Gichenko and husband, Ottis Porter, daughter, Kim Streisel; grandson, Christopher Wolfe; siblings, Frank, Betty, Elsie Ruth, and her twin brother James. She felt very blessed to have a twin.  The connection they shared was truly special.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at Blossom Hill Nursing Home for their loving care to their mother. 

Private Family will be held. A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Information and condolences online at www.burrservice.com.