Mary Jane (Martin) Durant
In loving memory of Mary Jane Durant, a loving matriarch who touched the lives of many.  She leaves behind a legacy of love and strength.  A dedicated mother of eight, she also cared for five nieces and nephews, fostering a sense of family that extended to her 29 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.

A woman of faith, Mary Jane was a devout Catholic, finding strength in her faith.  Her warm and friendly nature endeared her to all who knew her, creating a welcoming space for family and friends alike.

Mary Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Anthony Durant; mother, Mary Carlton; father, Alexander Martin; stepfather, Carl Carlton and brother, Alexander Michael Martin.

She is survived by her eight children and four special nieces and nephews: Jane (John) Nease, Tony (Marty) Durant, Mary Beth Taylor, Linda (Gary) Goolsby, Christopher (Tina) Durant, Mark (Sherry) Durant, Carla (Rolf) Ludvigsen, Patrick Durant, Shirley Cooper, Debbie (Monte) Brook, Fred (Janice) Durant, and Scott Durant; sister, Elizabeth (Mike) Emmert, and numerous nieces and nephews.
In her passing, we celebrate a life well lived, a life dedicated to the values of love, family, and faith. May she rest in eternal peace, reunited with her loved ones who went before her.

Friends may call Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 6-8 PM EVANS FUNERAL HOME 4171 E. Livingston Ave. Funeral mass Thursday, November 30, 2023, 10:00 AM St. John XXIII Catholic Church 5170 Winchester Southern Rd NW, Canal Winchester. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery.