Janet Mary Abbott

 Born Janet Mary Cooper on March 10, 1935 in Clinton County, MI, died November 2, 2015 at her home in Ithaca, MI at 80 years of age.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Hollis and Louise Cooper and sister Jean Richards.

On June 27, 1954, she married Richard Abbott in Maple Rapids, MI and they enjoyed 61 years together living in California, the Lansing area and Ithaca.

Janet was employed over the years at several places as a secretary, but her primary occupation was as a devoted wife and mother, taking care of her family.  Family was always at the center of Janet's life.

She is survived by her husband Richard, son Mike (Kathy), daughter Sue (Guy Stevenson), grandchildren, Kelly (Steve), Shannon (Joel), Kate (Dave), Alina (Scott), Justin, Danielle, Taylor and Marika as well as nine great grandchildren.  Janet cherished all of her family and they were a great delight in her life.  Janet is also survived by her sister June Smith and brothers Hollis (Bonnie) Cooper and Dennis Cooper as well as many nieces, nephews and special friends.

Memorial contributions in Janet's memory may be made to the Gratiot County Commission on Aging, Special Olympics of Michigan, Ithaca's Senior Activity Building or to the charity of your choice.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Born Janet Mary Cooper on March 10, 1935 in Clinton County, MI, died November 2, 2015 at her home in Ithaca, MI at 80 years of age. She was preceded in death by her parents, Hollis and Louise Cooper and sister Jean Richards. On June 27, 1954, she married Richard Abbott in Maple Rapids, MI and they enjoyed 61 years together living in California, the Lansing area and Ithaca. Janet was employed over the years at several places as a secretary, but her primary occupation was as a devoted wife and mother, taking care of her family.  Family was always at the center of Janet's life. She is survived by her husband Richard, son Mike (Kathy), daughter Sue (Guy Stevenson), grandchildren, Kelly (Steve), Shannon (Joel), Kate (Dave), Alina (Scott), Justin, Danielle, Taylor and Marika as well as nine great grandchildren.  Janet cherished all of her family and they were a great delight in her life.  Janet is also survived by her sister June Smith and brothers Hollis (Bonnie) Cooper and Dennis Cooper as well as many nieces, nephews and special friends.

 Memorial contributions in Janet's memory may be made to the Gratiot County Commission on Aging, Special Olympics of Michigan, Ithaca's Senior Activity Building or to the charity of your choice.

Private services will be held at a later date.

Comments

[Marty & Gary McDaid]

We are sooooo sorry for your tremendous loss. Jan was such a gentle lady & we were priveldged to have know her.

[Kathy Richards]

Uncle Dick and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss and pray for comfort at this difficult time. Aunt Janet cherished and was devoted to her family and that included extended family. She adored our children and always made them feel special. We still have the blankets she made to welcome their arrival from Korea. They are in shreds from all the loving they received over the years but are safely placed in their childhood memory boxes. We will always have fond memories of Aunt Janet and her kind and generous soul.
Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
Scot, Kathy, Christopher, and Megan Jade Richards

[Carol & Ronald Dutcher]

Richard & Family, Will always remember her wonderful smile and classy look. Good thoughts going your way for the strength to get through this huge loss. Will e.m. you....

[Sandy and Gary Dubisky]

Dick: I am so sorry for your loss. Jan was such a sweetheart and was truly devoted to her whole family. I know these last years have been a challenge to you both and that you will miss her dearly. I'm sure Norm will welcome her to heaven with a smile and a silly joke.
Our thoughts are with you and the whole family.
Sadly, Sandy and Gary Dubisky