Our beloved classmate, Jan Sue Leslie Jorgensen, 74, of Hendersonville, NC died Monday, June 30, 2025 at the Elizabeth House. A native of Detroit, MI, she was a daughter of the late Earl and Ilene Logan Jorgensen.

Jan was a very active classmate achieving National Honor Society her sophmore and Junior years.  She achieved Most Reliable Superlative status as well.  She was a member of Sigma Phi, Spanish Club, F.H.A. VP Junior Girls and Senior Girls. Jan attended Landon Jr. High prior to EHS.  She was truly loved by all who knew her

After graduation Jan was successful in all aspects of life. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She raised two beautiful daughters and was “Nina” to her three grandchildren. She taught her daughters many things. Family traditions, especially when it comes to food, were at the top of the list, also that sharing stories & laughter around the dinner table is a great way to make memories. She loved to crochet. Each of her 3 grandkids (& 1 grand dog) have a blanket she made specifically for them. She and her sister laughed & supported each other during their daily morning talks.

Janis always had a drive to motivate growth in others. She taught in the public school system for 40 years (28 of those as a math teacher at West McDowell Junior High). Many students regarded her as a mentor and trusted adult whom they could rely on. A true follower of Christ, she instilled all of her “words of wisdom” to those around her. Her favorite piece of scripture, which she used as a life motto was Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all of your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all of your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.”

Whether they were living in St. Augustine, FL or Fairview, NC she loved all kinds of life. She truly loved all of her many dogs, cats and birds – even the ones she’d visit at the Alligator Farm! She loved being in the yard & garden as much as possible, & every year it bloomed beautifully with irises, daylilies, and hostas.

Using her trust in Christ and abundance of love for others, Janis lived a beautiful life, caring for & lifting up those around her until her passing.

Janis is survived by her loving husband of nearly 50 years, Bob Leslie; two daughters, Eyrin Tenney (Allan) of Fairview and Allison Martin (Zeb) of Asheville; one sister, Susan Blazier of Palm Bay, FL; three grandchildren, Zack, Ava and Apple as well as several nieces and nephews.

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