Obituaries
Information
- Name:
- Eileen "Janet" Stewart
- Date of Death:
- Feb 16, 2013
- Location of Service:
- Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River - Iron River
Eileen “Janet” Stewart Age 96 Iron River, MI
Passed away Saturday, February 16, 2013 at the Iron River Care Center.
She was born September 5, 1916 in Pembina, ND, the daughter of the late Charles and Margaret (Grenbeck) Johnson. She moved with her family to the Iron River area at the age of 7 and attended the Iron River schools, graduating from Iron River High School.
Janet married William Weslin on October 12, 1935 in Iron River and the couple made their home in Iron River. He preceded her in death.
She was employed in the janitorial department of Iron River High School and later as a cook at the Stambaugh Senior Center until her retirement.
She married Robert Stewart on October 15, 1988 in Bates Township and the couple made their home in Bates Township. Robert preceded her in death in 1996.
Janet was a member of the Iron River Bible Church and enjoyed cooking and gardening.
She was also preceded in death by he son, Robert F. Weslin; grandson, John Trottier; four brothers, Phillip, Charles, and infant twin brothers; two sisters, Evelyn Johnson and an infant sister.
Janet is survived by two sons, Marvin (Beverly) Weslin, Gaastra, MI
Allen (Candy) Weslin, Caspian, MI
Two daughters, Gerldine (William) Trottier, Norfolk, VA
Lois (Lauri) Osterlund, Iron River, MI
Daughter-in-law, Janice Weslin Wotring
15 Grandchildren, 29 great grandchildren, and 2 great, great grandchildren
Visitation will be held Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River.
Funeral services will follow at 11 a.m. at the Jacobs Funeral Home, with Pastor Dan Waters to officiate.
Interment will be in Resthaven Cemetery, Iron River, in the Spring.
Funeral arrangements by the Jacobs Funeral Home, Iron River.Location Name
- Location of Services:
- Jacobs Funeral Home Inc. of Iron River
- Street:
- 405 West Cayuga Street
- ZIP:
- 49935
- City:
- Iron River
- State:
- MI
- Country:
-
Phone: 906-265-5129
Directions:
From U.S. Hwy 2, turn North on 4th Avenue at the stop and go light, and proceed one block. Jacobs Funeral Home of Iron River is located on the SW corner of 4th Avenue and Cayuga Street.
Condolence Messages
I became friends with Janet when I would do her nails at the Care Center. We shared many laughs together and delightful conversations. I truly enjoyed my time with her and always looked forward to it. She always had a funny story to tell and I particularly enjoyed the one about when she was little and the family moved, and they couldn't find their cat, Tommy. They were heartbroken, but then one day Tommy found his way back to them. She thought that was really something and would always tell that story with a smile. Most importantly, when I would visit with Janet, each time, she would tell me about her love for Jesus Christ, which makes me so happy because I know I will see her again someday. I'm so glad to have had the opportunity to know her.
Thinking of you with sympathy,
Patty Ward (Wernholm) Quote
We are all very saddened by the passing of our "sweet" grandmother. We were very fortunate to have this precious angel here on earth with us. Sarah and Richard will never forget the wonderful time they had at the reunion when they got to meet their grandmother for the first time. I have so many fond memories of our summers together when I was a youngster. God bless her beautiful soul!!! She should be very proud of her family - for all the loving care they have given her over the years. We love you all. Quote
My wife Ann and I send our best wishes and prayers for Aunt Janet and all of our Weslin clan. My sister Anna and I have many memories of running through Aunt Janet's and Uncle Bill's house in Iron River and the cabin on Camp Lake a lifetime ago. Fishing and eating and family outings are our best memories. We learned so much from them and our cousins because we were the youngest. Unfortunately we were unable to attend due to illness in our immediate family. God Bless all of you and all of our love to each of you. Jon and Ann Weslin Quote