Jane Isabelle Templeton Minton, 79, of Du Quoin, passed away at 7:48 A.M., Wednesday, March 4, 2026 at her residence.
Jane had been Director of Academic Advisement at John A. Logan College along with teaching Psychology and Death and Dying.  She was a friend and mentor to her students.  Jane was of the Presbyterian faith.  She was a member of Mensa and the Perry County Genealogical Society.  She was a member of the Du Quoin School Board and also served as President.  Jane enjoyed spending time outdoors, traveling, and cooking.  She was an avid gardener.  Jane also enjoyed spending time with her Pinckneyville High School friends.  She had been a contributor to Harking Back in the Du Quoin Evening Call.  Jane had been a counselor for Shagbark Girl Scout Council.
She was born August 1, 1946 in East St. Louis, IL, the daughter of James Scott and Isabelle (Boeheim) Templeton.
She is survived by one son - James Isaac Templeton Minton of Du Quoin, two step sons - Joseph Minton of South Port, NC and John Minton of Portsmouth, VA.
She was preceded in death by her parents, half sister - Elizabeth Jane Templeton and former husband - Walter J. Minton.
Memorials services will be at 7:00 P.M., Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at the Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin.
Friends may call from 5 P.M. until the time of service on Wednesday at the Searby Funeral Home in  Du Quoin.
Friends may make memorials to Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois, Du Quoin #300 Education Foundation or John A. Logan College Foundation and will be accepted at the funeral home.