Janet I. Bourdeau Obituary
We announce the death of Janet I. Bourdeau of Escanaba, Michigan, who passed away on November 9, 2026, at the age of 79. Janet will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Janet I. Bourdeau to pay them a last tribute.
Janet will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Janet will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Janet’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Walter Joseph and Hazel Irene (Priest) Klug; husband: Gary Thomas "Jug" Bourdeau; children: Tracy (Ken) Larson, Tom (Robin) Bourdeau, and Scott (Jenny) Bourdeau; grandchildren: Eric (Kristin) Bourdeau, Dylan Bourdeau, Heather (Lukas) Baker, Austin (Hailey) Bourdeau, Connor Bourdeau, Emily Larson, and Kenny Larson; siblings: Cheryl Couillard, Melvin Klug, and Peter Klug; brothers-in-law: Jim Bourdeau, Bob (Lucy) Bourdeau, Jack (Bernise) Bourdeau, Dick (Pat) Bourdeau, Dennis Bourdeau, Tom Ross, and Edward Couillard; sisters-in-law: Cathy Bourdeau, Patsy Mathias, Susie Ross, and Judy (Mark) Lippold; officiant: Rev. Timothy Ferguson; and many nieces, nephews, three great grandchildren, and another one on the way.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 from 11:30 AM to 1:30 PM at the Crawford Funeral Home - Escanaba (302 13th St S, Escanaba, MI 49829). A funeral service will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 1:30 PM at the same location.
