Lujane "Jane" Dow Wilson

December 21, 2021

Lujane “Jane” Dow Wilson, 82, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Tuesday, December 21st, 2021. Jane was born at home in McAllen, TX to Grace & Robert E. “Bob” Dow. She is preceded in death by her parents and beloved husband of 56 years, Gerald D. “Boggie” Wilson. Jane, a lifelong valley resident, was known for her passion for antiques and collecting. Jane & Gerald, along with daughter Lynne, operated Memories Antiques and for decades had the finest antiques and collectibles store in South Texas. In 1989 they purchased & restored The Bryan House filling it with antiques and other collections. Jane loved gardening, especially with native plants, and the yard & gardens flourished under her care. After later moving in with Clark and his family their yard was featured in a local garden tour because of her creativity. Her artistic knack spread throughout her life as she had a unique sense of style whether for decorating, clothing or crafting and loved decorating for holidays with Christmas being her favorite. Affectionately known as NeeNee her greatest joy was her children and grandchildren. Jane is survived by daughter Lynne Shropshire and husband Terry, son Clark Wilson and wife Teresa, grandchildren Charlotte Hollinger and husband Tim, Dustin Shropshire and wife Karla, Trevor Wilson, Conner Wilson, and great grandchildren Cogley, Asher and Eden. A visitation with family will be held at Kreidler Funeral Home, McAllen, on Monday, December 27th, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM. The graveside service is Tuesday at 10:00 AM at Roselawn Cemetery. Contributions in Jane’s memory may be made to a local charity of your choice.