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Janet Sanderson Obituary

Janet M. (Thelen) Sanderson Portland Age 70, passed away November 12, 2010. Janet was born April 22, 1940 the daughter of Florentine and Aurelia (Miller) Thelen. Janet was a member of St. Patricks Church and was a graduate of the class of 1958. Janet retired form General Motors after 37 years of service. Janet enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren, traveling and woodworking. She was an energetic outgoing person who would do anything for anyone. Janet was proceeded in death by her son Randy Scott Sanderson, her father Florentine, her mother Aurelia and her brother James Thelen. Surviving are her children John (Mandy) Sanderson and Cheri (Ken) Huhn; Grandchildren John T. (Laura) & Jordyn Sanderson, Kheri & Khyle Huhn. Sister, Rose Keener; Brothers Gene (Elaine), Joseph (Jeanette), Stan (Carole), Larry (Jan), Wayne (Rita), Bill (Sherry) and Patrick Thelen and many nieces and nephews and good friends. The memorial mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, November 17, 2010 at St. Patrick Catholic Church with Rev. Larry King, presiding. Rite of Committal will follow at Portland Cemetery. The family will receive friends 1 hour prior to the mass. Arrangements are with Schrauben-Lehman Funerral Home, Portland. Memorial contributions may be made to the City of Portland Parks and Recreation Dept. or to the charity of one's choice in memory of Janet. Online condolences may be made at www.schraubenlehman.com.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Nov. 15 to Nov. 21, 2010.

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Elaine Kern-Sheets

November 15, 2010

John and Cheri,
I am so sorry to learn about the passing of your mom. I have so many wonderful memories of her and the time that we spent working together at General Motors. She had such a caring heart and was a wonderful person, mother, grandmother and friend. She taught me so much about life and I always felt like I knew both of you as you were growing up. I know that she was so proud of both of you and loved being your mother and grandma to your children. My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this time. Rest in peace my friend.

Malissa Potter

November 15, 2010

John and Cheri, very sorry to hear of your loss.Love and prayers to both of you. Love, Malissa(Sanderson)Potter

Bessie Burns

November 15, 2010

John and Cheri I am so very sorry to hear about your great loss
Love Aunt Bessie

Becky Goerge

November 15, 2010

John and Cheri we are so very sorry to hear about Aunt Janet. Our Love, Thoughts and Prayers are with you always.

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