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Janet Jackson Obituary

Janet DeSimas Jackson passed away unexpectedly yet peacefully on Saturday morning December 18, 2010.

Janet was born to the late Joseph and Alice DeSimas in New Bedford, Massachusetts on July 29, 1945.

She is survived by her 4 children, Bobby Gene (Mechell) Jackson Jr. of Gladewater, Texas, Aaron Jackson and Doug Jackson of Hanford and Jeanie Noyes of Mountain Top, Pennsylvania; 10 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, 2 brothers, 6 sisters, and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

She is pre-deceased by both her parents, 2 brothers and a sister.

A Memorial service will be held at Heritage Park Senior Village Recreation Room, 439 Centennial Drive on Saturday Jan. 8, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., where Janet lived for many years.

In lieu of flowers donations may be sent in Janet's honor to: Janet Jackson c/o Aaron Jackson, 1802 Harding Ave., Hanford, CA 93230.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Hanford Sentinel from Jan. 5 to Jan. 11, 2011.

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Bobby Jackson

February 4, 2011

Goodbye Mom, Love Bobby

susan gonzalez

January 14, 2011

she used to come to greatclips for haircuts and everyone would have a laugh with her as she would let everyone know she was janet jackson but not the famous one because she was much prettyier such an awesome women

Shirley Cantrell

January 12, 2011

To all of Janet's family, my prayers go out to you. She was a dear firend to me for long time, she was always such a happy and laughing person, though it had been about 6 years since seeing her, I know she will be missed.
From a good friend,Shirley Cantrell....Florida

June 2007 I love you mom

Jeanie Noyes

January 8, 2011

January 8, 2011

to janet family my heart goes out to u if janet isthe girl i wento schoolwirth 6 grade was a wonder ful god bless allof u she will be missalways Judy casmero

Bobby & Mechell Jackson

January 7, 2011

Mom,I know Mechell and I lived our lives with our children and grandchildren in Texas, But you were in our thoughts and hearts, I will be there for the memorial to thank those who come for showing your family how much you meant to them.We will miss and love you, ALWAYS AND FOREVER, your son Bobby, Mechell and kids.

Rita Weitzel

January 7, 2011

Janet was my best friend for many years.I will always love and miss you,we talked every day on the telephone,you taught me how to cook my first turkey and dressing.To you Jeanie,and boys I am so sorry that you lost your Mom,I know she loved you all so much,I lost my Mom on the 19th of Dec. so I do know that loss your feeling.My prayers are with you all. Love,
Rita Weitzel
Milsap

January 7, 2011

We will miss Janet very much.
John Bartlett and Sherry Stover

Michelle Castillo

January 7, 2011

I've known Janet for my whole life and have never seen her without a smile upon her face! She was a very special person. My heart goes out to her family and friends in their time of loss, she is in a better place. Heaven holds many angels! Blessings~ Michelle Castillo (Missy Schwanbeck)

January 7, 2011

You will be missed Aunt Janet by MANY.May GOD be with all of us.Love,Tara Jean xoxoxoxo (Ozark,Mo.)

kenny milsap

January 6, 2011

Janet was a good friend of my sisters. She was a good person, who always gave me good advice....My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

SUZI PETTIGREW

January 6, 2011

Janet you will be missed by family and friends. I no you are in a better place and danceing in heaven with your loved ones. You will always live in our hearts. May GOD BLESS EVERYONE at this time. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone.

Joann Barron Crenshaw

January 6, 2011

I've known Janet and her children for many many years...I have good things to say about her.. My thoughts and prayers are with her family

January 6, 2011

Janet you are my sister I will always Love and remember you until the day I join you.I know you are in a better place but in my heart I still want you here you were my right arm.I have one of your angles to me that makes you here with me remember I will always Love you until the day I join You and the rest of our family RIP Jan and I Love You Your Sister Sabra

Jeanie Noyes

January 6, 2011

I wish we had more time together but in my heart you will always be with me and I know you are in a better place.. no longer hurting.. "I will go to my grave loving you" I love you mom Love Jeanie Marie

Pat White

January 5, 2011

Aaron, im so so sorry to read about your mom. Have faith my friend that she is in a much better place. Please email me. [email protected]. Love U

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