Jane R. Brighton

Jane R. Brighton, 82, passed away on June 1, 2026. She was born in Cambridge on May 24, 1944 to the late James B. Richardson and Generva Jones Richardson.

Jane graduated from Shenandoah Valley Academy in 1962 and married James Brighton in 1966. She continued her education in Music from Columbia Union College in Takoma Park, Maryland, and Art at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore before earning her Registered Nurse (R.N.) degree from Wor-Wic Community College. Jane dedicated her professional career to nursing, serving as a registered nurse at Eastern Shore Hospital Center and home healthcare for over 35 years.

Jane was deeply involved in her community throughout her life. She was a lifelong member of the Cambridge Seventh-day Adventist Church, a dedicated member and past president of the Dorchester Garden Club, an accredited Flower Judge and a certified Master Gardener. An avid daffodil enthusiast, she found great joy in spending time among her flower beds.

She is survived by her devoted husband, James Brighton; her son, James Brighton (Colleen); her daughter, Susan Banks (Daniel); her grandsons, Samuel Banks (Phoebe) and Will Banks; great grandson, Beau Banks; her sister, Judith Howell; her cherished nieces and nephews and her beloved foster sister Judith Ann Carney.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother James Richardson. A celebration of life will be held at the Cambridge Yacht Club on August 1, 2026 from 1-3PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Cambridge Seventh-Day Adventist Church, or take some time to visit a few of Jane's favorite places to shop in downtown Cambridge like Sunnyside, Simmons Center Market, Craig's gift shop and grab a bite to eat at Cindy's Kitchen. Arrangements are in the care of the Thomas Funeral Home, P.A. in Cambridge.