Janet Lee Gay

Janet Lee Gay obituary

Janet Lee Gay

Upcoming Events

Dec

12

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Eagles

2645 Howard Street, Port Huron, MI 48060

Send Flowers

Janet Gay Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jowett Funeral Home and Cremation Service & Reception Center - Port Huron from Nov. 17 to Nov. 18, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Janet Lee Gay, age 65, of Port Huron, passed away on November 14, 2025. She was born on May 24, 1960 in Port Huron to the late Frederick and Netha Schmidt.

Janet's favorite time of year was Christmas. She enjoyed playing games on her phone and watching the game show channel. She loved spending time with family, grandchildren and her extended family.

She is survived by her husband, Carl Gay Sr., children; Danny "Carl" (Sara) Gay Jr., Jennifer (Ryan Thompson) Gay, Frederick (Ashley) Gay and Joshua Gay, grandchildren; Daniel Gay, Dominic Gay and Clayton Thompson, sisters; Ruthann (Bob) Bales and Cynthia (Todd) Spillane, brothers; Frederick (Ann) Schmidt, Daniel (Nell) Schmidt, William (Lenora) Schmidt, Timothy (Barb) Schmidt and Kevin Schmidt, along with several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Sandra K. Schattler.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, December 12, 2025 from 11:00am until 3:00pm in the Eagles - 2645 Howard St., Port Huron.

Arrangements in care of Jowett Funeral Home – Port Huron

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

People and places connected with Janet
How to support Janet's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Janet Gay's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Dec

12

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Eagles

2645 Howard Street, Port Huron, MI 48060

Send Flowers