Janice L. Gerhold

Janice L. Gerhold obituary, Waterford, MI

Janice L. Gerhold

Janice Gerhold Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simpson-Modetz Riverside Chapel from May 28 to May 30, 2025.
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GERHOLD, JANICE L. of White Lake; May 26, 2025; age 69; Cherished wife of the late Doug Gerhold; Loving mother of Dakota Gerhold (Will Schultz) and the late Nick Gohl; Beloved daughter of Clara Sanderson and the late Bruce Sanderson; Dear sister of Bruce (Mitzi) Sanderson and Brian (Patty Concialdi) Sanderson; also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Cherished by many other aunts, uncles, cousins and a multitude of friends. Jan's highest purpose and largest source of pride was being a mother to her children. Even further, to hold and serve as a safe place for many children who needed her love during their young lives. Jan was quite literally a light that shined for others to guide them to love, happiness and to wherever the fun was. A Celebration of Life will held on Friday, June 6, 2025 at 7:00 p.m. at the Riverside Chapel, Simpson-Modetz Funeral Home, 5630 Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford. The family will receive friends from 3:00 p.m. until time of service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the family.

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