Jane McCormick Lewis

Surrounded by her loving family, Jane McCormick Lewis died on Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Willow Valley Communities. A lifelong educator, Jane was committed to improving the lives of young people and to supporting many community and religious organizations. Formerly of State College, PA and Annandale VA, Jane was born on July 15, 1927 in Columbus, Ohio. She was the daughter of the late George Asa and Freda McMillen McCormick and the wife of the late Charles L. Lewis. Mrs. Lewis graduated high school in Beaver, PA and from Pennsylvania State University (Bachelor of Science 1949) and Cornell University, Ithaca, NY (Master of Arts 1954). She was a pioneer in higher education administration and helped improve career opportunities for women. Jane started her career as faculty and after one year was appointed Dean of Women at Juniata College 1949-52, Cornell University 1952-54, Ohio State University 1954-1966, University of Tennessee 1966-72, and Pennsylvania State University 1972-1988, concluding as Assistant Vice President of Commonwealth Campus System. She was a member and served as an officer in several state and national professional organizations and societies. These included the National Association for Women in Education, American Counseling Association, American Association of University Women, Mid-state Literacy Council, Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, Mortar Board, and was listed in Who's Who in America. Jane served as Ruling Elder within the Presbyterian Church in State College and Lancaster, PA. In addition to her professional and community accomplishments, Jane had a great sense of humor, played golf and bridge, traveled the world, and was a lifelong Penn State Football fan. Jane is survived by stepson, Stephen Lewis (Mallory), step-grandson, Matthew Lewis; stepdaughter, Janet Lewis Moyer (Jack); niece, Sally McCormick McConnell (Bringier); and two nephews, Andrew McCormick (Susan) and David McCormick (Kathryn) and grand-nieces and nephews, Cole Adele, Brooke, Owen and Calvin, as well as several step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her twin brother, George A. McCormick and his wife, Joan McCormick of Lititz and stepdaughter, Judy Lewis. Relatives and Friends are invited to attend a celebration of Jane's life at Willow Valley Manor North in the Johnson Auditorium on Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. with The Reverend Dan Synder officiating. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Private family interment in the Memorial Garden of First Presbyterian Church, Lancaster, PA. Jane was grateful for the outstanding care she received at Willow Valley and from the Lancaster medical community. Contributions in Jane’s memory can be made to the Willow Valley Team Education Fund and sent to: Susan Yoder, Willow Valley Corporate Office, 100 Willow Lakes Drive, Lancaster PA 17584.