OBITUARY FROM (JOLIET, IL) HERALD-NEWS, JANUARY 5, 2015:

Janet C. Larson

Born: Oct. 18, 1930; in Gary, IN

Died: Jan. 1, 2015; in Joliet, IL

Janet C. Larson, of Shorewood, was born October 18, 1930, to Arnet and Hazel Carlson in Gary, Indiana. She passed away surrounded by family on January 1st at Provena Hospital in Joliet, at the age of 84.

Janet is survived by Donald, her loving husband of 62 years; and three daughters, Sheryl Larson (Hank Kinzie), Renee Kemph (Tom) and Jana Smith (Brian). She is also survived by eight grandchildren, five great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth Strom, and numerous cousins.

Janet was a secretary for the Will County superintendent of schools for five years and the Joliet grade schools for 16 years. She was the lead in a Sweet Adeline's quartet, which won the regional championship in the early 70's. She was also a volunteer for various organizations and honed her bridge skills over several decades.

As per her wishes, Janet was cremated. A memorial service will be held at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Joliet, Illinois at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, January 17th. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Our Savior Lutheran Church, the Joliet area Hospice, or charity of your choice , would be appreciated. 

Janet was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend to many. She will be greatly missed.

This information was obtained from: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/jolietheraldnews/obituary.aspx?pid=173730227.