She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Joel on March 5, 2006; and her brother, Fred Mathison on January 6, 2001. The last three years, she lived in Fort Collins near her daughter. The family thanks the staff at MacKenzie Place, Emmalie Connor, Dr. Patti Palagi and Halcyon Hospice for their care and compassion. Special thanks to the families of Renee Wilson and Chris Schraeder, as well as numerous other friends for creating days and later moments of joy. She lived with Alzheimer's the last few years, but embraced it with strength, humor and determination. She truly had a love for life. Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Lutheran Church of Nevada, or the Alzheimer's Association of Fort Collins. A celebration of Janet's life will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Memorial Lutheran Church, 701 11th Street, Nevada Iowa with Pastor David R. Burling officiating. Burial of the cremains will follow in the Nevada Municipal Cemetery. Chet Ryan Mortuary in Nevada has been entrusted with the local care of Janet and her family.