TRIBUTES have been paid to Jane Wilson, of Jane’s Hair Salon in Frome, who has died aged 63.
Born in Chippenham on 9th June, 1953 to Noreen and Jim, Jane was a successful business woman, who had previously lived in South Africa and owned a succession of salons.
Jane and her family moved to Frome in 1994 and she opened Jane’s Hair Salon on Catherine Hill where she stayed until her mum was taken ill. Jane made the decision to move to a purpose-built salon on her own premises where the business continued successfully.
Jane was not just simply a hairdresser and business owner, she was a mentor to many young hairdressers just starting out. She took them under her wing and not only passed on her knowledge and expertise, but counselled and supported them through the years.
A popular business women, Jane also raised thousands of pounds for charity over the years, with an annual raffle and two Black Tie Balls that raised £4,000 between them for Dorothy House, a charity close to her heart. More recently she founded ‘Single….Then Mingle’ a social club for single people to meet, make friends or even find love.
Mother to Vicky and Allie, she also has seven grandchildren and one great grandchild.
Jane’s funeral is to be held at Semington Crematorium on Tuesday 11th April at 1.45pm, followed by a celebration of her life at Frome Football club. Jane asked for donations to Dorothy House and for her family and friends to wear bright colours.
