Dr. Jane Elsmere

May 22, 1932 - January 22, 2021

Dr. Jane Elsmere, 88, passed away on January 22, 2021, at Timbercrest Senior Living Community in North Manchester, Indiana. Dr. Elsmere was born on May 22, 1932, in Andrews, Indiana, to Kenneth L. Shaffer and Margarette D. (Wiese) Shaffer. She was preceded in death by her husband Dr. Robert T. Elsmere and son Casey Elsmere. She is survived by her daughter Dr. Eva E. Aldrich and son-in-law Michael J. Aldrich of Alexandria, Virginia. She was a distinguished scholar, educator, and historian. Dr. Elsmere was valedictorian of her class at Andrews High School and earned a bachelor’s degree with distinction from Manchester College. She taught in area schools prior to earning a master’s degree and a doctorate from Indiana University, with a concentration in United States constitutional history. She later taught at Manchester College and Ball State University. She was the author of several biographies and articles in historical journals. Following retirement, she became interested in genealogy and wrote several related books and articles. Interment will be at Lancaster Cemetery, Huntington County, Indiana. Due to the pandemic, there will not be a visitation or memorial service. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of Dr. Jane Elsmere.