Mary Jane E. Alonzo, 79, of Carlisle, peacefully passed away on Sunday, March 28, 2010, in the Carolyn Croxton Slane Residence, Harrisburg. She was born on Sunday, August 31, 1930, in Carlisle, and was a daughter of the late James E. and Emma M. (Lippert) Evans.

Mary Jane was a loving homemaker and had also worked for AMP, Inc., Carlisle for more than 10 years. She was formerly employed with the former Reeves-Hoffman Co. and G. S. Electric Co., both of Carlisle. Mary Jane was artistic and enjoyed doing crafts and crocheting. She was an avid reader and looked forward to special family times and the Sunday tea gatherings with her sisters.

She is survived by one son, Steven J. (and his wife, Angela) Alonzo of Enola, two daughters; Joetta D. Dingle of Toms River, NJ and Susan M. Alonzo of Carlisle, two brothers; Gary and Richard Evans both of Carlisle, six sisters; Cynthia Bream of Gardners, Mae Wilson, Beverly Tush, Doris Starner, Fay Hock and Kay Kling, all of Carlisle, four grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by a sister, Vivian Farris and brothers; Robert and Kenneth Evans.

A graveside service will be held at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, March 31, 2010, at Cumberland Valley Memorial Gardens, 1921 Ritner Highway, Carlisle, with Pastor John Dingle officiating. There will be no viewing or visitation. Ewing Brothers Funeral Home, Carlisle, is in charge of arrangements. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central PA for the Carolyn Croxton Slane Residence, P.O. Box 266, Enola, PA 17025.