Jeanne L Kiley

Jeanne Kiley, age 77, a longtime resident of Stoneham, died February 19, 2021, at Bear Hill Nursing Center, following a lengthy illness. Born in Stoneham, MA; she was the daughter of the late John J. and Ruth (Rayner)VanTichelt formerly of Stoneham.

Jeanne graduated from Stoneham High School in the class of 1960.  She had worked at Spartan Hardware for a number of years.  Jeanne was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed knitting children's clothing and various other crafts. Over the years, she was often seen walking her cherished dog around the neighborhood.

Jeanne is survived by her "Big Brother", Robert L. VanTichelt of Stoneham.

A Memorial Gathering and Service were held Thursday, Feb. 25th at Anderson-Bryant Funeral Home, 4 Common St., Stoneham.  In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Stoneham/Wakefield Boys and Girls Club,  Dale Court, Stoneham, MA 02180.