Jayne Francis Chester was born on April 14, 1940 in Madison, MN. Her parents were the late Edward & Susan (Bendel) Chester. She grew up and attended school in Madison until the age of 14 when she left home and moved to Minneapolis.

On April 25, 1960 Jayne was united in marriage to Jimmy Lester Steinhaus. They resided in Minneapolis until 1969 when they bought a farm in Delano, MN. This farm is where Jayne discovered her love for chickens. They had three children; Mona, Troy and Tina. Jayne had been a waitress most of her life. She was well known for her gift of gab and her love of dancing and singing. She also enjoyed baking. Especially during the holiday season when she would deliver tins filled with goodies all over town. In 1980 Jayne went back to school and got her GED. This was a very proud moment for her. She then continued her education and got her real estate license. Jayne later married Raymond Hofstad of Maple Lake on May 7, 1994. Together lived on a farm in Buffalo, MN. This is where Jayne became known as “The Egg Lady” and they also raised a few beef cattle.

On January 22, 2021 Jayne passed away at Centennial Villa Memory Care, Annandale, MN. The staff at the Cardinal Cottage (especially Julie and Nicole) took exceptionally well care of her. Also, special thanks to Allina Hospice for their loving care and support.

Jayne is survived by her children: Mona (Dan Roller) Steinhaus of Annandale, Troy of North Branch, Tina (Mark) Johnson of Perham, Steve Hofstad of Minneapolis and Ruthie (Chad) Stoppelmen of Buffalo; along with 19 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; siblings: Lorraine, Dennis, Wayne, Larry and Ronnie; many other relatives and friends. Preceding Jayne in death are her parents; husband Ray Hofstad, siblings Howard, Vernon and Bud.

There will be a celebration of life at the Peterson Chapel in Buffalo on April 23, 2021 starting at 4pm with a prayer service at 7pm.

The family will be holding a private interment at a later date.