Jane Bartol

Jane M. (Chier) Bartol, age 67 of Berlin, passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at her home with her family by her side. Jane was born on September 20, 1954, in Berlin to Carl and Jean (Janssen) Chier. She attended St. Joseph’s Catholic School and Berlin High School, graduating in 1972. Jane received her first bachelor’s degree from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh in 1976, majoring in recreation management. Jane married her high school sweetheart, Mike, on September 11, 1976. Together, they raised three children. This year, their 46th wedding anniversary was an emotional day, filled with gratitude and love. After graduating college, Jane worked at Sand Knit in Berlin until 1981, when she and Mike moved to Black River Falls for a temporary work assignment for Mike. Upon returning to Berlin, Jane began working at Community Health Network in 1985 in the industry that would fill the rest of her career. Outside of work and while raising her three children, she returned to school to obtain a nursing degree. In 1992, she received that degree from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. She would continue working at CHN and then ThedaCare for more than 30 years, leaving the organization in 2017. Her time as a nurse continued, however, in a part-time capacity at Aurora, first in urgent care and then in the COVID unit until her retirement in 2021. A mentor to many others she worked with, Jane’s knowledge, dedication, and work ethic as a nurse will continue to make an impact on patients for years to come. An avid walker, one could often find Jane walking for exercise, usually around her large country block east of Berlin. After living in the same area for more than 30 years, it was calculated that she walked more than 30,000 miles on that route over her life. She loved traveling with her family and friends, from destination Packers games to work conferences with Mike. Always preferring warmer weather, she particularly enjoyed her and Mike’s annual vacations in Mexico, where she could relax and read poolside while overlooking the waters of the Gulf. Back at home, she was always the hostess. From Chier Christmas parties (with themes she always kept secret despite our best attempts) to quick stop-ins, she always ensured her house was kept immaculately clean, stocked with food and drink, and ready for company. Her counter often held one of her signature baked goods, be it banana bread or one of her many distinctive Christmas treats. Her love language was gift giving. She took pride in giving gifts that were thoughtful and intentional, always perfectly wrapped with her signature ribbons. Of all her roles, nothing compared to being a grandmother. Known as Nena to her seven grandchildren, she knew all of their sport schedules and events, their big assignments in school, and their latest crazes. She was a natural and treasured being Nena to their seven grandkids. Merging two large families by marriage, it brought her extra joy being Aunt Janie or another grandma to her nieces, nephews, their children, and beyond (even earning the title of Auntie Awesome from a few). Jane’s three rules for her children growing up were to work hard, get good grades, and go to church on Sunday. She led by example in all three, and many more. She was a life-long member of All Saints Catholic Church in Berlin. At the end, she continued to lead the way. Her grace, dignity, strength, and humility during her ultimate trial are attributes we can all strive to emulate. Jane will be deeply missed by her husband Mike, children Meghan (Jimmy) Edens of Munster, IN, Jacob (Ashley) Bartol of Berlin, and Nicholas Bartol of Berlin. She is further survived by seven grandchildren: Emma, Beckett, Piper, Paisley, Thatcher, Nash, and Saylor. She is also survived by her five siblings: Beth (Jim) Nighbor, Patti (Pete) Quinn, Mary (Larry) Hutzler, Chris (Sue) Chier, and Amy (Marty) Wenig, and brother-in-law Rich (Gerene) Bartol, and sisters-in-law Carol Bartol, Kathy (Jeff) Morris, and Mary Beth (Phil) Mlodzik. Jane was preceded in death by her parents, mother- and father-in-law Alice and James Bartol, brother-in-law Bob Bartol, and nephew Scott Bartol. Funeral services with the Mass of Christian Burial will be held Friday, September 23, 2022, at 11:30 am at All Saints Catholic Church of Berlin with Father David Greenfield officiating. Burial will follow at St. Stanislaus Cemetery of Berlin. Relatives and friends may call at the Wiecki-Skipchak Funeral Home of Berlin on Thursday, September 22, 2022, from 3:00 to 7:00 pm with a rosary being recited at 6:45 pm. Visitation will also be held at the funeral home on Friday from 9:00 to 11:00 am before leaving for the services at the church. The family wishes to send a special thank you to her nurses and caretakers from hospice and ThedaCare Neenah. In addition, thank you to all those who have supported and comforted Jane and her family over the past month. May God bless you for your kindness and generosity. A memorial scholarship will be established by Jane’s family for area students pursuing a nursing degree. For more information, and to view a tribute video dedicated to Jane, please refer to

Jane Bartol

September 20, 1954 - September 15, 2022