Mary Jane Layne

Mary Jane (Bowling) Layne, 84, a lifelong resident of Chattanooga, Tennessee, went to be with our Lord and Savior on Friday, November 6, 2026. She was surrounded by friends and loved ones.

Mary Jane was born on August 2, 1942, to the late Jon and Annie Bowling. She graduated from Hardy High School and was of the Church of God faith.

Throughout her life, Mary Jane was employed here and there, but it was her love for children that truly prevailed. She took on the responsibility of babysitting all our children so we could work. "Mammaw" cared for our children until they were old enough to attend school, and when the great-grandchildren came along, she stepped up to take on that responsibility as well.

When she wasn't caring for one of our children, she would spend her time taking care of her elderly neighbor. Mary Jane was a true caregiver who showed her love to everyone around her.

We will miss her dearly, but the assurance of seeing her again in Heaven when our time comes brings us much comfort. It also brings us great joy to imagine Ron looking up to Heaven, smiling, and saying, "Happy Birthday in Heaven, Angie," as Mom joined her daughter in Heaven on her birthday.

In addition to her parents, Mary Jane was preceded in death by her husband, Lebron Layne; three brothers, Frank, George, and Wayne; three sisters, Janice, Sybel, and Edna; daughter, Angie; son, Wayne; grandson, Chris; and granddaughter, Amanda.

Mary Jane leaves behind to cherish her memory her son, Tommy (Sheila) Ashby; daughter, Pam Stone; 20 grandchildren; 35 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends who will forever cherish her memory.

Mary Jane's family will receive friends from 9am until 11am on Monday, November 16, 2026, at Companion Funeral & Cremation Service, Cleveland. A funeral service will follow at 11am in the chapel. Mary Jane will be laid to rest at Chattanooga National Cemetery.

Wesley Ashby, Levi Ashby, Wayne Ashby, Ron Smith, Chrissa Hillis, and David Lewis will serve as pallbearers.

The family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to Continued Care Hospice of Chattanooga for all their help, compassion, and care over the last few years.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Mary Jane or offer condolences to her family through her online memorial at www.companionfunerals.com.

Companion Funeral & Cremation Service and the Cody family are honored to assist the Layne family during this difficult time.