Jane Buren

Jane H. Buren, 91, of Colonial Heights, Virginia, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Southside Medical Center. Born in Mecklenburg, Virginia, she was the daughter of the late Lee S. Hicks and Helen Jones Hicks. She was also preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, John M. Buren; sister, Maxine H. Gunnell; and brothers, Bright T. Hicks, Sam L. Hicks and Jack B. Hicks.  Mrs. Buren was a graduate of Petersburg High School in 1950. She was also an active charter member of Swift Creek Baptist Church, where she served on numerous committees.  She is survived by her daughter, Cheryl F. Sheppard and husband, Randy of Goochland; son, John T. Buren of Colonial Heights; grandchildren; Lindsey Nichole Sheppard, Douglas Sheppard, and Katy McCloud all Goochland and many nieces and nephews.  A graveside service will be held 3:00 p.m. Monday, October 3, 2022 at Southlawn Memorial Park, 1911 Birdsong Road S. Prince George, Virginia 23805. The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Sunday, October 2, 2022 at the Colonial Heights Chapel of E. Alvin Small Funeral Homes & Crematory, 2033 Boulevard Colonial Heights, Virginia 23834. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Swift Creek Baptist Church, 18510 Branders Bridge Road, South Chesterfield, 23834 Online condolences may be registered at www.ealvinsmall.com.