Janet S. Stiles, age 73, of Gladstone, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Tuesday, January 11, 2022.
Janet was born January 14, 1948, in Gladstone, the daughter of Arthur and Mary (Snowaert) Nelson. She was raised and graduated from Gladstone High School in 1966. Janet later attended and graduated from Jamestown University of Cosmetology in Escanaba before she met Gary. Janet married Gary Stiles on July 13, 1979 and together they spent 42 wonderful years.
Janet loved tending to her flower garden, cooking, and baking. She also loved spending time with her family and holding her grandbabies. Janet and Gary also enjoyed taking trips together out West to see the national parks. One of her favorite things to do was to help Gary make scenery for the Upper Michigan Central Model RailRoad Club.
Janet is survived by her husband Gary, children Angela (Phillip) Ogren, Julie (Andy Hooper) Stiles, and Lindsey (Sang Ma) Stiles, sister Judy Hamelin, sisters-in-law Dorothy (Jake) Cox and Joyanne (Bill) Toijala, grandchildren Justin Ogren, Jared (Chelsea) Ogren, and Jordan (Katie) Ogren, as well as Seth Rivard and Nick Rivard, great-grandchildren Samuel Ogren, Alayna Ogren, and Brielle Ogren, as well as nieces and nephews.
Janet is preceded in death by her parents, Arthur and Mary, brother-in-law Duane Hamelin, and parents-in-law Edson and Helen Stiles.
The family would like to extend a thank you to U.P. Home Healthcare and Hospice, Janet’s dear friend Sandy, family, friends, and clergy members for the wonderful care they provided to Janet.
Family will receive friends on Monday, January 17, 2022 from 2 PM to 3 PM at New Life Church in Escanaba. Services honoring Janet will follow at 3 PM with Pastor Robert Derheim officiating. Masks will be required for visitation and services at church. Janet will be laid to rest in Fernwood Cemetery.
Judy Ebbesen - Sun City, AZ
Gary, Angela, and Judy
I am so sorry to hear about Jan’s death. I knew that she had some health challenges but did not realize that she was so sick. Sending condolences to all of you.
Rick and Judy
Debbie Hamilton - Gladstone, Mi
sorry for your loss thoughts and prayers sent your way.
Craig Robitaille - Gladstone, Michigan
Gary, May God be with you during this difficult time of loss. Take comfort in knowing Janet is with our Lord and Savior. You and Janet made an enormous impact on my life and I thank you for your kindness. May God Bless you and your family. I apologize for not being able to attend services in person but know I will be there in spirit.
Yours in Christ,
Craig Robitaille
Betty Maldonado(Miller) - Morelia, Mexico and St. Anthony, MN
My sincere condolences to the family of Janet Stiles the former Janet Nelson a dear classmate of mine We as the Class of 1966 were sadden to hear of her leaving her earthly home but happy to hear that she is now in the presence of her Lord and Savior and free of pain and suffering. May God give comfort to all her family and friends.
Roy and Sue Vander Bloomen - Green Bay, WI
Dear Gary, Judy and Family,
Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember Janet.
Our family will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Hoping they help to bring you comfort during this difficult time and in the
days ahead. Our deepest sympathy.
Dan Robitaille - Cornell, Mi
Gary and family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time! I appreciate the times that you and Jan spent with my son and grandsons!
In sincere sympathy,
Cherie Coble - Gladstone, MI
Gary and Family;
So sorry to hear about Jan.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
God bless you with His abundant peace and comfort.
Lenita Scholer and Alex - Gladstone, Mi
Gary and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pat Denome - Escanaba, MI
Gary, just learned of Jan’s passing. So very sorry for your loss. So happy you have so many wonderful memories. I know it going to be difficult for you, but know you have the support of so many friends. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Gary Stiles - Gladstone,, MI
Thank you to all who sent me so many nice tributes for my wife, Jan. I’ll sure miss her.