Jane Louise Pierson

Jane Louise Beard Pierson of Myrtle Point passed away peacefully from cancer with family at her side on November 14, 2025.  Jane was born in Coos Bay October 22, 1948, the third of five children, to Pat and John Beard.

She attended Coos Catholic School and Marshfield High School before attending the University of Oregon, graduating from the School of Community Service and Public Administration.

Her first professional job was with the Coos County Mental Health Department.  She later served as cook for the Myrtle Point Senior Center, a scene of much fun.  The cook loved the seniors and the seniors loved the cook and her scrumptious meals.  Primarily she worked for South Coast Head Start in the Coquille Valley, Bandon and Port Orford.  Jane began her career at Head Start as a teacher.  Her love of children, resourcefulness and creativity made her a natural in the classroom.  She later became a family advocate and retired from Head Start as an area manager.

Jane was loved for her authenticity, generosity, warmth and playful humor.  She felt intense affection for animals and children and had cherished friends of all ages.  Captivated by the delicate wonders and magnificent grandeur of nature, Jane expressed herself through art, creating wildflower designs for cards and clothing and painting landscapes.  She developed friendships painting with fellow artists through the years.

Jane was married to Jay Pierson from April 4, 1984 until his death in 1990.

She is survived by siblings, Martha Beard, Mary Monsen (Doug), and Dan Beard (Marilynne); as well as nieces and nephews, Eric Monsen (Dena), Jill Monsen, Katie Boner, Brendan Beard, Kenzie Beard, Ava Monsen, Levi Monsen, Kinsley Jo Adams and stepdaughters, Ramona Dubray and Sarah Pfromm.

Loving friends and family supported Jane to the end of her illness, visiting, helping, bestowing food and treats.  And she benefited from health care system workers of all levels who were responsive and skilled, helping ease the pain and sorrow.

In Jane’s memory donations may be made to the charity of your choice, organizations benefitting animals or the American Cancer Society.

In keeping with Jane’s love of life, laughter and friendship a celebration of life will be held after the winter holidays, date to be determined.

Arrangements are under the care of Coos Bay Chapel, 541-267-3131. Family and friends are invited to sign the online guestbook at www.coosbayareafunerals.com

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