Janet Myers Thompson

Janet Myers Thompson passed away peacefully on June 30, 2025, surrounded by her beloved family and friends. She was 83 years old.

Janet was born on May 4, 1942, in Willmar, Minnesota, to Leslie and Gladys Snyder Myers. From a young age, Janet’s life was shaped by love, hard work, and a deep sense of family. Growing up on a farm, she helped care for dairy cows, chickens, and even a pet raccoon rescued as a baby. She was known affectionately as “Jani” and later “Johnny,” a nickname earned because she was always “Johnny on the Spot” when her dad needed help. She was proud to say she was “hooked to her Daddy’s hip,” and those early years gave her the strong work ethic and can-do spirit that defined her life.

She graduated from Willmar High School and went on to build a life filled with love and purpose. On November 3, 1961, Janet married the love of her life, Steven Niel Thompson. They shared 64 beautiful years together, first in Washington Terrace and then in Liberty, Utah, where they raised their family and spent over 50 years teaching their children the values of honesty, hard work, and character.

Janet was incredibly talented and creative. She sewed all her children’s clothing—so beautifully and uniquely that friends often asked her to make clothes for them too. Her response was always kind and empowering: “Come over, and I’ll teach you how.” Through her generosity, she taught many to sew, both from home and through the 4-H program. She became a second mom to many of her children’s friends, offering not just skills, but warmth and wisdom.

Janet worked in the lunchroom for Weber County Schools, where students adored her fun personality and warm smile. Later, she worked for the Internal Revenue Service, retiring after 25 years of dedicated service.

Throughout her life in Liberty and during her career, Janet made countless lifelong friends. In her final months, that love was returned to her in abundance. A calendar filled with visits from neighbors, friends, and family—each offering care and companionship. Hospice nurses, CNAs, and home care workers were touched by her kindness and the outpouring of support she received. Many wrote heartfelt notes after her passing, calling it a privilege to care for someone so gentle and loving.

Janet is survived by her daughters, Terri (Brent) Johnson, Lori Maw, and Gina Thompson; grandchildren, Wesly Deanda, Steven Conrad, Josh (Amber) Johnson, Taylor (Danielle) Johnson, and Katelyn (Scott) Coombs; and great-grandchildren, Daicin Johnson, Payton Nielsen, Bentley Johnson, Audrey Johnson, Sawyer Johnson, Drew Johnson, London Coombs, Bennett Coombs, and Hudson Coombs. She also leaves behind her sisters, Carol Bell and Joyce Dykema; her brother, Jack Myers; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

She is now joyfully reunited in Heaven with her loving husband, Steven, who passed just two months earlier, and whom she missed dearly. She is also preceded in death by her granddaughter Brandi Thompson; parents Leslie and Gladys Myers; Grandma Snyder; in-laws Val and Karen Thompson; Karen and Will Kopinski; nephew Todd Kopinski; brother-in-law Dennis Dykema; sister-in-law Karen Myers; son-in-law Billy Maw; and many of her cherished animal companions: Plum, Shorty, Dan, Peggy, Ruff, Joe, Copper, Penny, and her raccoon.

We don’t need to say, “Rest in peace,” because Janet left this world with peace in her heart—just as Steve did.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who supported Janet in her final months. Special appreciation goes to her devoted cousin, Judy Jay, who spent countless loving hours by her side; to her neighbors and friends who gave their time so freely; and to the compassionate caregivers from Applegate—especially Kara and Cami—and from Cornerstone Home Care—especially Becky and Tiffney—for their exceptional and loving care.

Janet was deeply loved, and her kindness and strength will live on in all who knew her.

A memorial gathering will be held on Monday, July 14, 2025, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. at Lindquist’s Ogden Mortuary, 3408 Washington Blvd. Graveside services will follow at the Liberty Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. to honor both Steve and Janet Thompson.

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