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Jane Hoyle and Joanne McGlynn, sisters who grew up in Tiverton, left behind a legacy of compassion, grace, and care felt by all who knew them. Both were devoted to helping others, Jane as a nurse, and Joanne as a teacher. When Jane’s daughter, Hannah, began thinking about how to best honor the memories of these two extraordinary women, a scholarship felt like a meaningful way to commemorate their vibrant spirit of service and giving.  

The newly created Jane Hoyle and Joanne McGlynn Memorial Scholarship Fund now supports two scholarships for graduating seniors from Tiverton High School, one for students majoring in K-12 education and the other for students majoring in nursing - paying tribute to remarkable careers, while paving the way for Jane and Joanne’s work to continue.  

Jane Hoyle spent nearly four decades as a nurse at St. Anne's Hospital, becoming the first recipient of the prestigious Nurse of Distinction award in 2008 and eventually serving as Clinical Leader in the Intensive Care Unit. "She never stopped caring or being a nurse," Hannah says of her mom. "That was her passion and her life. She would always go the extra mile for her patients and the nurses she managed and was the most comforting presence. She could bring humor and light to any situation. It would make us all feel better."

Joanne McGlynn became a legendary English teacher at Concord High School in New Hampshire for over 20 years. As adviser to the Presidential Candidates Club, she transformed the school into a must-visit destination for candidates during election cycles, making national news as she hosted numerous presidential hopefuls. Even after retiring to Tiverton, Joanne volunteered, teaching ESL to children at the border and tutoring adults closer to home. Joanne also brought the same boundless energy to her role as an aunt. "She would spend countless hours with her nieces off on adventures. She never stopped educating, caring, and wanting the best for everyone,” says her niece Faith Parisi, now a guidance counselor at Tiverton High School.

Faith helped Hannah navigate the process of establishing the fund. "We weren't sure where to go and how it all worked," Faith recalls. With help from Tiverton High’s guidance department chair, along with family, Hannah and Faith found their way to the Rhode Island Foundation, bringing their vision to life and ensuring the scholarship would support Tiverton students for many years to come.  

"They were just so successful and impactful in their careers," Hannah reflects. "My mom and my aunt were the best of the best at what they did. We wanted their legacy to live on and help inspire the next generation of nurses and teachers to follow in their footsteps."