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2016

Janet Thering Obituary

Thering, Janet M. Passed away peacefully at her home with her wife Ruth by her side on August 9, 2016. Janet was born September 21st, 1951. She graduated from Sacred Heart Academy in Mt. Pleasant and Aquinas College in Grand Rapids. Cherishing memories of Janet are her beloved partner of 16 years Ruth Allerton; mother June (Bragg) Thering; siblings Dick (Debbie) Thering of Grand Blanc, Phil Thering, Jerry (Lynn) Thering, Jackie (Jeff) Heintz and Bob (Kathy) Thering all of Mt. Pleasant, Mike (Amy) Thering of Pelham, AL., Barb (Tim) Proos of Bellaire, and Patty Rydahl (Brian Malski) of Clinton Township; step-children Heidi Whitley and James Whitley; grandchildren Stella McDurmon and River Whitley; 16 nieces and nephews and 16 great nieces and nephews; and countless friends that she touched deeply. Janet is preceded in death by her father Russell Thering,; nephew Kevin Rydahl; niece Abby Lynn Thering; and great-nephew Gage Thering. Memorial contributions may be made to: Grand Rapids Women’s Chorus, The Girls Choral Academy and C-SNIP. Family and friends will gather to honor Janet’s memory on Thursday August 25 th , 2016 at 3:00 p.m. at Fountain Street Church in Grand Rapids.

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Published by Morning Sun from Aug. 16 to Aug. 17, 2016.

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Hurvey Morris

October 18, 2018

I knew Janet from Aquinas College in the seventies. She was clear headed, moral and I loved her as a dear friend. I remember visiting her family home in Mt. Pleasant. That was a big family! I'm sad to hear of her passing and will miss her.

Rhoberta Prosser

January 5, 2017

You are missed.

Julie Morrow

August 24, 2016

Janet was so helpful to the GCA in many ways. I am fortunate to have had the opportunity to work with her and know her.

Chrissy

August 24, 2016

A beautiful, warm, brilliant heart has stopped beating. Janet you were a gift to us all.

Bridget White

August 22, 2016

Janet will be missed....what a genuine person and a role model for us all beginning with her best in the world sense of humor. Peace to Ruth, family and friends at this sad time of grieving....and to celebrate a life well lived. Bridget White

August 18, 2016

May you RIP in the arms of the Father cuz.

Mary Brock

August 17, 2016

Janet my dear friend. You truly had a heart of gold. I will forever remember your kindness. I only wish I could tell you now how much your friendship meant to me. Rest in Peace my friend.

Christian Olsen

August 16, 2016

So sad to hear this. Janet was a long standing friend on Auburn and will be very much missed by all. My condolences to Ruth and family in this time of sadness.

Jonathan Guinn

August 16, 2016

Janet: I'll miss your smiles and laughs and waving to you from across the street on a regular basis. Such an honor to have known you. Thoughts of my time on Auburn St. will always be with amply populated with memories of such a wonderful neighbor.

Cheryl Blackington

August 16, 2016

Janet will be greatly missed. As her across the street neighbor for over 20 years, I will miss her laughter that we often heard. Much love to Ruth and Family and friends.

Suzanne Tauber

August 16, 2016

I have so many wonderful memories of times shared with Janet! My heartfelt thoughts to her family and huge family of friends.

Ann Rubin

August 14, 2016

We were so very sad to learn of Janet's passing. I have such cherished memories of singing in the GRWC with her in the 90s, and what a good friend she was. We also had some great times at MWMF and I loved her stories of the early days there. Her sense of humor was unforgettable, and I valued getting her perspective on a situation - she was patient with me in my exuberant youth! Sandy remembers that Janet was one of the very first people she met when visiting me in GR, and how friendly and fun Janet was. They shared some good laughs together. My heart is so sad to know Janet's bright and lovely spirit is gone from this earth. Sandy and I send our sincere condolences and heaps of love to Ruth and all of Janet's family and friends. May her memory be a blessing.

Lauran Hardin

August 14, 2016

Much love and condolences to all of Janet's family and loved ones. I had the privilege of being in the Choir with Janet for many years. She is an amazing spirit, understated humor and the quiet wisdom that kept us all together. I'm very sad about her passing. Much love to all.

Anne Swift

August 14, 2016

I'm so sorry for your family and friends. I remember Janet At Sacred Heart, she always seemed like the strongest girl I'd ever met. Too bad cancer took her down! Warmest wishes to all of you, my prayers are with you,

Elaine Braun

August 14, 2016

I'd like to convey my heartfelt condolences to Janet's family and loved ones, she will be sadly missed.

John Epple

August 14, 2016

God Bless all the family, Sacred Heart sends another great one to the Lord, may you enter into his welcoming arms.

Martha Boutet

August 13, 2016

We are so sad to learn of Janet's passing. Janet's love of animals inspired all of us to rescue animals. Her gifts of humor, sarcasm and kindness were evident in every conversation. Her outlook on life was contagious and we always felt her 'heavenly presence'. As we age, we look back on the people who gave us their spirits to enjoy here on Earth. Janet was an angel sent by God to bring out the best in each of us. Rest in peace, Janet and keep them smiling in heaven! with love from Martha Boutet and Bonnie Brusk

August 13, 2016

Our community has lost one of the kindest and most gracious human beings.

Sue Harris-Moeggenberg

August 13, 2016

I was so sorry to learn of Janet's passing. I graduated with her brother Phil. My condolences to the family.
Sue Harris Moeggenberg

sue asmussen

August 13, 2016

Janet, you have always been "one of a kind". We will all miss you.

Nancy Leith

August 13, 2016

Heartbreaking news. So sad you've left us so soon Janet. Heaven's lucky to have you; you'll be getting them into shape in no time. Love and prayers to Ruth and all of Janet's devoted friends and family. We all have a big hole in our heart.

Holly and Patti VanScoy and VanDyke

August 13, 2016

Janet,

You brightened our lives and lightened our burdens. Your gifts were formidable, and you were generous in sharing them. We will miss you always and forget you never.

Michelle

August 13, 2016

From a Fest sister with love.

Katherine&Nancy Block/Steltmann

August 13, 2016

We are so grateful for our long friendship with Janet and Ruth, and that we could be there for most of the noontime circles during Janet's last month. Ruthie, we can't imagine your loss, and will keep you close.

Annette Hineline

August 13, 2016

I had the pleasure of meeting Ruth and Janet via my friend Linell Crampton this past year. While I only saw Janet a few times and was able to golf with her and the other ladies this summer she was so nice and had a wonderful caring heart and good sense of humor. You will be missed by all and may you rest in peace. To Ruth and her family I send prayers for comfort during this difficult time and may you draw on the wonderful memories of a life well lived.

Kathy Weeks

August 13, 2016

Janet, it was an honor to know you ... to be part of the pixels of your life story. You are going to be missed more than any of us realize right now. It's hard to believe that you aren't here ... although, knowing you, you will find ways to let us know you're always around in some way! Love you always ...

Jeanne Welch

August 12, 2016

Janet you slipped away from us so suddenly! Thank you for leaving us with many memories to smile about.

August 12, 2016

Janet, you sound like a marvelous woman! God Bless, and RIP. Any friend of AMB is a friend of ours! Our love to all those left behind on your journey, but we will all be together at some point, cerebrating all the best in both lives! Hoyt/Skip & Kathy

Jane Thurman

August 12, 2016

Deeply saddened by Janet's passing. Truly a kind woman.

Ross and Rebecca Middlebrook and May

August 11, 2016

For Janet, a wonderful neighbor, a great lover of animals, and the most even - keeled person we know.

Betsy Pollard Rau

August 11, 2016

To my former SHA basketball teammate--may the angels carry you to paradise.

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