Jane Glass

Barbara Jane Phillips Glass, age 83, of Trussville, Alabama, passed away peacefully at home on July 22, 2025, with her family by her side.

Born on July 28, 1941, in Anniston to Dewey and Lily Mae Phillips, Jane grew up with a radiant spirit and a love for life that stayed with her always. A proud graduate of Anniston High School, Class of 1959, she was crowned Miss Anniston that same year—a title that reflected not only her beauty but her grace and kindness.

Jane had a lifelong love of music and could often be found singing, whether it was at church, around the house, or with her friends in the Happy Hearts Choir at Huffman Baptist Church. Later in life, she became an active member of First Baptist Church Trussville, where she cherished her Sunday School class and the friendships she made there.

She devoted over 25 years to working in education, with the last 15 spent as the secretary at Hewitt-Trussville High School. Her warm smile, quick wit, and genuine care for students and staff made her a beloved part of the school community.

Jane loved the simple joys of life—gathering with family, laughing with friends, feeling the sun on her face at the beach, and spoiling her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her family was her greatest pride and joy, and she poured her heart into every role she played: wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend.

She is preceded in death by her parents and brother, and beloved husband of 63 years William “Bill” Glass (d. 2024). She is survived by her daughter Kim Eads (Kerry); son (Ret.) Lt. Col. Darryl Glass; son Gary Glass (Mandy). Grandchildren Dr. Matthew Smith (Virginia), Adam Smith (Brittany), Daniel Smith (Kaylyn), Gordon Eads (Kristen), Zachary Eads, Amber Thackerson (Reid), Bradley Glass (Taylor), and Garrett Glass. She had 11 great grandchildren and one loyal dog named Jake.

Visitation will be Saturday July 26th from 12:30pm to 2:00pm at Jefferson Memorial in Trussville, AL. Funeral services in the chapel will follow. A special thank you to Cris Oliveira for all her love and care for Jane and to Enhabit Hospice and CareFirst Home Care.