Mary Jane Darrenkamp, 93, of Willow Valley, formerly of Lancaster, died peacefully on Sunday, June 9, 2024. She was born in East Petersburg and was the daughter to the late Sam and Lynn (Eshelman) Powl.

Jane was preceded in death by her husband Gerald "Jerry" G. Darrenkamp in 2011. Hand in hand for 59 years they were an unwavering team, and created a legacy that would touch the lives of many for years to come.

Jane was a long-time member of Chestnut Level Presbyterian Church in Quarryville.

She graduated high school in 1948 from Drumore School which became Solanco. After high school, she graduated from Lancaster General School of Nursing earning her RN in 1951. She worked at LGH, and several practices before doing private duty for family and friends.

Jane's next chapters in life displayed her faithful love of her family and all who were fortunate enough to cross her path. A woman of determination and loyalty, she took on the role of bookkeeper for her family's grocery stores, Darrenkamp's Food Markets. While mastering this role, she also raised and led her family in the spirit of togetherness. Jane was a true example of joy and displayed unwavering support and kindness to all. She was the life of the stores, everyone from customers, employees and vendors felt the light of her presence. Everyone just lifted when Jane was there. Jane had an uncommon ability to truly connect with everyone she encountered, she made everyone feel like family. Her energy and genuine love of people was a natural feeling she shared. Very simply, she had the gift to make everyone in her presence feel special. At various activities she could be heard saying proudly "whose kid is that?" As she would cheer them on.

Throughout her lifetime she created many long-lasting friendships. Her family honored her by naming the stores cafes after her, Jane's Café. Jane's Café was a gathering place where many customers, her nurse group, as well as family joined in sharing stories and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Jane is survived by four children, Larry P. Darrenkamp, companion of Jennifer Hazzard, of Conowingo, MD, David J. Darrenkamp, husband of Sharon, Lynn A. Boyer, wife of John, Joseph M. Darrenkamp, husband of Karen, all of Lancaster, grandchildren, Jared Darrenkamp, Jenna Spangler, Jordan, Ryan, Eric, Ian Darrenkamp, Jayne Wenig, Whitney Bodine, Katelyn Boyer and Peter Darrenkamp, great grandchildren, Wyatt, Harrison, Marshall, AJ, Leisel, George, Simon, William, Henry, Eloise, Gwendolyn, Bowe, Donna, Adair, Saylor, Taytum, and Peyton. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Rev. James Powl and Robert Powl.

Jane's viewing, funeral service and interment will be held privately at Charles F. Snyder III Funeral Home – Willow Street and Chestnut Level Presbyterian Church.

The family wishes to thank everyone for the care and support of Jane especially the nurses and caregivers at The Glen @ Willow Valley and also Caring Hospice Services.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Jane's memory to the Alzheimers Foundation of America 322 8th Avenue 16th Floor New York, NY 10001 (checks may be made payable to "Alzheimer's Foundation of America") or A Week Away 941 Wheatland Ave. Suite B-1 Lancaster, PA 17603.