- Born on: June 19, 1953
- Departed on: February 4, 2012
Janet Rae O'Grady
You were more than a big sister, you were my best friend for many years. My protector growing up, paving the way for me. Thank you for all the things you taught me to do and not to do! No one else shares the memories we have. I will always be your back up singer.
I didn't know Janet very long but we became fast friends and I will miss the laughter we shared. I met Janet while recovering after breaking both elbows in the nursing home. We were notorius for going out to smoke and if you seen one usually the other was close behind and we were known as TROUBLE 1 (ME) and TROUBLE 2 (JANET)( We were givien that name by one of the male nurses ) Janet went to the hospital several times when I was there and they wouldput someone else in with me well we didn't like that and we would fight to get in the same room and of course we would win the battle... WE WERE PERSISTANT!!! LOL!!! I hated when she had to leave and go to Iowa. I helped get her ready to go and we cried when it was time to say our final goodbye... We felt as if we had known each other for a long time...I was always taking care of Janet as I worried so much about her...I will always remember her laughter and the gleam in her eyes she was a very special friend...Its ironic that when she died it was almost 1 year to the day when we met WOW! LOVE YOU GIRL AND REMEMBER I WILL ALWAYS HAVE YOUR BACK!!! I WILL SEE YOU AGAIN IN HEAVEN...BYE FRIEND
Jan was, of course, my oldest sister. This seemed to make our relationship special. She was proud of making me inhale my first cigarette and watching me gag. Then taking credit for my having never getting the habit. Something big sisters do? She was filled with love. I new this because she always, every time, reminded me of her love as we ended our conversations. Again the big sister. I miss and will continue to miss this very special sibling. And at the same time am happy to know she is in a better place. Everyone, keep her in your heart. You are in hers. I wish my words had more power and eloquence, she deserves the very best. Love you Jan.
Jan, you will be missed by us all. You were so good to our sons, Matthew and Terry. They loved to call you Grandjan. I stil remember the first haircuts you gave them. I know how much you loved them and always ready to babysit. Brandon and Adam were so good to them as well. My favorite pictures are the ones you took. I still have them displayed in our house. Your love for our family was never in doubt. You had a big heart. I still can hear your laugh. You will be missed and never forgotten.
Even though you were my big sis, you were always like a second mom to me....We shared a connection and provailed alot of love for eachother. I'm so grateful for the times we spent together. I will miss you always...Until we meet again. Your baby sister...Lis-ee
You always reminded me and everyone that I loved you the longest. You were my first born. I will continue to love you forever and ever. 'Til we meet again. I know you're safe in Jesus' arms. Love, Mom
Jan was a wonderful person and our family got the benefit of all of her laughter and love. Even though we lived in Michigan, she made sure to send my kids the most beautiful presents from California that arrived at the best times- besides beautiful matching dresses at Christmastime for Kati and Jill, and other frilly things she loved shopping for since she finally got to go get girly things, she took special care with the gifts she and dad got for Keith too- when the kids got chicken pox, she and dad sent them a nickel for each pox, so I had to count them on the peak day, and did it when I was putting the calamine lotion on, counting each one as I dabbed. There was never a holiday when the kids were little that they didn't get a small gift or special card. My dad told me that Jan could make him laugh out loud like no one else could, and that was quite a statement since Dick O'Grady spent a great part of his life telling jokes to others and making them laugh. I didn't see much of Jan the last few years, but I am very happy to say that she was a very loved part of our family for many years and we are so glad that she was. Please be at peace Jan, and tell my dad something funny :) Love, Patti and the kids-Kati, Jill and Keith ( you never got to meet Jon or Cara, but they would have loved you too)
Jan I will always remember you as a dear friend.You didn't start out that way.You started out as someone I was caregiving for,well you and Dick.We soon became friends.You didn't have me clean your house,well I did a couple of times,but mostly we sat on your front porch and talked and laughed and sometimes we went shopping.I will miss talking to you and I will miss you making me laugh.I know you are free of all your struggles and in a much better place,not to mention being with Dick.And I'm sure he told you that you came too soon but still was glad to see you.I will see you again someday,until then be good if you can. Love Nancy
