Jeanne Heide Casner, 76, a 42-year resident of the Brookfield neighborhood in Chantilly, died on Sept. 21, 2014, after an extended illness. A native of Jacksonville, Fla., Jeanne is the daughter of Jeanne Wentz Heide and John Heide, and wife of the late Edward Charles Casner. Jeanne is survived by her children, Christine Elisa Casner Tucker, John Edward Casner, Celeste Ann Casner Linthicum, and four grandchildren, Jason William Skidds, Mason John Casner, Madison Lee Casner, and Amanda Ann Linthicum.
Jeanne earned a Bachelor of Music degree in 1981 and a Master of Arts degree in 1988 from George Mason University. A beloved piano teacher and accompanist for more than 40 years, her life’s work was centered around her many students. In addition to music, Jeanne loved jewelry making, ceramics and pottery, and traveling. She was a member of the Fair Oaks ward of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and the Springfield Music Club of the National Federation of Music Clubs.
A Celebration of Life Open House will be held at the family home on Oct. 18, 2014, from 1-5 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that donations be made to the Springfield Music Club, 6077 Joust Lane, Alexandria, VA 22315, where a memorial fund has been established to further the study of young musicians.