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Janet Labarge Obituary

Janet R. Labarge, 82, of Silver Spring, Maryland and formerly of Virginia Beach, Virginia and New Bedford, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully in her home, Monday, February 17, 2020.

Born in New Bedford, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of the late Omer and Gilberte Leclair Rousseau.

Survivors include four sons, Andrew, Matthew, James, and John, their wives, and six grandchildren.

Janet was a graduate of the Nursing School of Salve Regina College of Newport, Rhode Island. She served as Head Nurse at the Clinic of DePaul Hospital in Norfolk, Virginia, eventually assuming the role of Director. She was instrumental in providing affordable healthcare to underprivileged residents of Norfolk for many years.

She was very active in the Norfolk Elks Club, and was the first woman to be elected Exalted Ruler of the Elks in Virginia, and the third in the country.

Jan's enduring quiet strength will be sorely missed, as will her passion for food, cooking, and music.

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

Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Feb. 22, 2020.

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Patty Wilson

February 18, 2023

Janet was my "boss" for many years at DePaul Clinic. She was my mentor and taught me how to be a good "boss". I treasure on our years together. Liking of all the family. Patty Wilson

Patty Wilson

February 26, 2020

To all the Labarge boys and their families,
First, my deepest condolences.Your mother was a dear friend and an incredible mentor to me. She showed me how to be a good leader via of her incredible example. I was blessed to have her as my boss for years at DePaul Clinic. Her kindness and loving care to all was an inspiration to all who knew her. I cherish the time that I worked by her side and will never forget her. Please know that nothing was more important to her than her "boys" and their families. You all made her proud. My deepest sympathies. Patty Wilson

Jon &

February 22, 2020

Dear Andrew, Matthew, James and JohnFrannie and I send our condolences for the passing of your beloved mother. We want you to know that you and your families will be in our thoughts and prayers for peace will be offered in her memory. Thinking of you at this time. Jon Irby

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