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ESCANABA -- Janet I. Bourdeau, 79, of Escanaba, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2026 at Christian Park Health Care Center following a brief illness.
She was born on March 3, 1947 in Escanaba, daughter to Walter Joseph and Hazel Irene (Priest) Klug. Janet was raised in Escanaba and attended St. Joseph Catholic School and graduated from Escanaba High School, class of 1966.
On July 22, 1968, Janet Klug married Gary Thomas "Jug" Bourdeau in Escanaba.
Janet dedicated 40 years of service to Community Action, where she worked in the Meals of Wheels Program, both preparing meals and delivering them to those in need. Her commitment to helping others was evident throughout her career, retiring at the age of 76.
In her free time, Janet enjoyed playing bingo, trying her luck at the casino, working on puzzles, and painting. She especially enjoyed talking and spending time with her family. Janet loved shopping, staying busy, riding her bicycle, going for walks, and was an avid Green Bay Packer fan. She was an active member of St. Joseph and St. Patrick's Parish, the YMCA, and the Eagles Club.
Janet will be remembered for her dedication to her work, her love of family, and her enjoyment of life's simple pleasures.
Among survivors include her children, Tracy (Ken) Larson of Escanaba, Tom (Robin) Bourdeau of Escanaba, and Scott (Jenny) Bourdeau of Wells; grandchildren, Eric (Kristin) Bourdeau, Dylan Bourdeau, Heather (Lukas) Baker, Austin (Hailey) Bourdeau, Connor Bourdeau, Emily Larson, and Kenny Larson; three great grandchildren with another one on the way; siblings, Cheryl Couillard and Melvin Klug; brother in law, Jim Bourdeau; sisters in law, Cathy Bourdeau, Patsy Mathias, Susie Ross, and Judy (Mark) Lippold; and many nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and her loving husband, Gary "Jug" Bourdeau; she was preceded in death by her brother, Peter Klug; her 4-legged baby, "Dusty"; and brothers and sisters in law, Bob (Lucy) Bourdeau, Jack (Bernise) Bourdeau, Dick (Pat) Bourdeau, Dennis Bourdeau, Tom Ross, and Edward Couillard.
Visitation will be on Friday, November 13th from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. at the Crawford Funeral Home, 302 S. 13th St., Escanaba. The funeral service will follow at 1:30 p.m. with Rev. Timothy Ferguson officiating.
Burial will be in Gardens of Rest Cemetery.
A message of condolence may be directed to the family by visiting www.crawfordfuneralhomes.net. The arrangements are in the care of the Crawford Funeral Homes.
