Jane Nefeldt, a longtimeWGA WestSenior Executive who was involved in six contract negotiations, has died.
The guild said she died April 16 in Hermosa Beach, CA, but did not provide other details.
I met Jane in 1979 on my first day working at the WGAW.
Jane NefeldtWGA West
She mentored me and taught me the ropes.
We hit it off immediately and stayed close friends and work colleagues over four decades.
At the guild, she was always one of the smartest people in the room.
Staff, writers and even company representatives relied on her expertise in interpretation of the guilds contract.
Writers owe a large debt of gratitude for the innumerable ways she enriched their livelihoods.
I will miss Jane dearly as my friend who made my life full of joy.
She educated two generations of guild advocates.
I benefitted greatly from working with her and knowing her.
Nefeldt is survived by her husband of 40 years, Denny, and many other family members.
A memorial service has not yet been announced.
