AUBURN- Jane E. (Desmond) Tanona, 61 of Auburn died Sunday, February 7, 2016 in her home after a period of declining health.

Jane was born in Waltham, daughter of the late Edward J. Desmond, Sr., and Yvonne R. (Chaisson) Desmond. She graduated from Grafton High School and then attended Clark University in Worcester.

Jane’s only child, Anthony Tanona died in 1998. She leaves her family, a sister, Leslie Spinney of Easton and two brothers, Ralph Desmond of Provincetown and Edward J. Desmond, Jr., of Worcester; also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Jane’s family on Saturday, February 20, 2016 from 11:30-12:30 in the BRITTON-WALLACE FUNERAL HOME, 91 Central Street Auburn. A service of remembrance will follow at 12:30PM. Burial will be private.