Jane Irene Manges
June 2, 1930 ~ May 14, 2025
Jane Irene Manges age 94 of New Hampton died Tuesday, May 14, 2025 at UnityPoint Health Allen Hospital in Waterloo.
Funeral service will be held 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 19, 2025 at United Methodist Church in New Hampton with Rev. Paula Hemann presiding. Interment will follow at New Hampton City Cemetery.
Friends may greet the family an hour prior to the service on Monday at the church.
Hugeback-Johnson Funeral Home & Crematory in New Hampton has been entrusted with Jane’s arrangements.
Jane was born on June 2, 1930, to Jack and Irene (Smith) Snyder, Jane was a lifelong resident of New Hampton and a beloved member of her community.
A proud graduate of New Hampton High School’s Class of 1948, Jane’s life was forever changed in 1950 when a blind double date introduced her to the love of her life, Robert “Bob” Manges. The two were married on January 4, 1953, in the warmth of her parents’ home, beginning a beautiful journey together that spanned nearly seven decades. Their union was blessed with one son, Steve, whom Jane loved and supported endlessly.
Throughout her life, Jane was known for her strong work ethic, friendly nature, and impeccable taste. She held several jobs in New Hampton, including at Agnes Dress Shop, Hauth Drug, and Bo Peep Clothing Store. She later became a familiar and comforting presence at New Hampton High School as the Study Hall Supervisor, where generations of students affectionately knew her as “Ma Manges.”
When Bob took over the local jewelry store and relocated it to Main Street, Jane stood proudly by his side, helping run the store and charming customers with her warmth and style. Whether selling jewelry, china, or clocks, Jane brought joy and elegance to everything she did. She continued working with Bob until her retirement in 2020 at the remarkable age of 90.
Jane was also known for her love of sports—an enthusiastic fan who rarely missed an Iowa Hawkeyes game. Her passion extended to the Minnesota Vikings, Boston Celtics, women’s basketball, and even horse racing. Tuesday evenings often found her on the greens at the New Hampton Country Club for Ladies Night, where her love of golf was matched only by her love of friendship and fun.
More than anything, Jane was fiercely proud of her son Steve and was a devoted supporter of his music career. She was one of his band’s biggest fans and followed them with the same dedication she brought to all areas of her life.
Jane is survived by her son, Steve (Deb) Manges of Waterloo; seven grandchildren, Troy (Harat) Manges of Terrell, TX, Tonya (Ben) Collins of Blue Earth, MN, Jeremy (Marcia) Treichel of Clive, IA, Shawn (Krissy) Treichel of Boonville, IN, Karisa (Matthew) Renner of Cedar Falls, Cody Dewater of Cedar Rapids, Jennifer (Tim) Newell of Cedar Falls; 15 great-grandchildren; one sister, Sandra Schueth of New Hampton.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband Bob in 2018.
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Jane was a beautiful and an intelligent one of a kind of lady. She was very well loved my all. Our team at Homestead will miss her dearly. May she rest in peace forever and be reunited with her husband. Amen.
A neat lady and never missed a chance to tell me to get a skirt on if I was golfing on Tuesday!! RIP!!
Jane (and Bob), were lovely, talented, and energetic people I always enjoyed to visit with. Their passing is a big loss.
We send our sincere condolences to the Manges family. She and her husband were very much appreciated in the community with their many talents.
Our Sympathies to her family. She was such a kind and fun lady! We golfed with her and her husband a couple of times!
Steve you have our prayers and sympathy! Your mother know to most of as Ma Manges will be deeply missed! I remember one time in Study Hall she said Mr. Liddle get ur books and come set up here by me, man she didn’t miss a thing! lol! Fly high Ma!
We are so sorry to hear of Jane’s passing. I always loved visiting with her. “Ma” will always be remembered as a great, fun, loving, caring person for all the kids she had in high school!! Prayers to her family at this difficult time.
My sympathy, Jane was a lovely fun lady
What wonderful lady!
So very sorry to hear them news of Jane’s passing. What a wonderful lady! I was so fortunate to grow up living next door to her ans and Bob on South Water Avenue. Thank you Jane for being so kind to me and my sister and also for all the discounts you gave us at the jewelry store. My deepest condolences to everyone.
My deepest sympathy to Jane’s family. Jane was a special lady. Always friendly and a joy to be around and visit with.
and a joy to talk with. God Bless you and yours.
My sympathy to all of Janes family. Jane was such a classy lady and was always so nice to visit with when you went in their store, may she rest in peace.
Jane and Bob were the kindest people. I enjoyed watching Bob fix watches when I wasn’t working. Just plain fun to be around. I Enjoyed taking Bob to the doctor in Mason City periodically , we always had fun. Steve: You lucked out for having such nice parents. Super Big Loss for New Hampton!!!
Sandy and all the family, you have my sympathy in Janes passing. She was fun to visit with and a lovely lady.
She is a gem and always will be polished perfect. Bob and Jane were a perfect couple
My sympathy and prayers to Jane’s family.
My deepest sympathy to Jane’s family. She always wanted to discuss how students had changed over the years.
Maureen Busta says:
Such a lovely lady. My sympathy to all her family.
Such a lovely lady. My sympathy to all her family.
Steve you have our deepest sympathy.
She was a lovely lady. She loved you fiercely. You’re lucky to have her for such a long time.
Deepest sympathy to Steve’s family and sorry for your loss.
She was always the most cheerful person no matter where you saw her! She touched so many people. May her memories console you today! Sending prayers to all her family.
Deepest sympathies to the Manges family.