WEST, Janet I. (VAUGHN)

VAUGHN, DNIELS, BARNES, DURAO

Posted By: Sharon R Becker (email)
Date: 6/22/2017 at 03:31:34

Obituary ~ Janet I. (Vaughn) West
July 21, 1945 ~ May 11, 2017

Leon Journal-Reporter
Leon, Decatur County, Iowa

Janet I. West, age 71, entered into rest on May 11, 2017, in Manteca, California. She was born in her hometown of Leon, Iowa on July 21, 1945. In Heaven she joins her parents, Raymond and Maxine Vaughn, and her brothers, Richard and Donald Vaughn.

Ms. West is survived by her three daughters, Amy Daniels, Angela (Chris) Barnes and Ashley (Jeff) Durao-West. She was truly blessed by her seven grandchildren, Allison, Ashlynn, Taylor, Andrew, Alexis, Austin and Asher. In addition, Janet is survived by one brother, Eugene Vaughn.

Janet was a Manteca resident for over 45 years. She was employed by Doctors Hospital of Manteca (DHM) working in various departments over the course of 42 years. Janet loved advocating and mentoring her fellow employees with the union-SEIU as their Shop Steward. She loved her DHM family but was excited to announce her retirement in June. Janet enjoyed antiquing, shopping local yard sales, making flower arrangements and gardening. With a vibrant smile on her face, Janet was always happy and willing to help others. She truly loved her family, friends and community. Traditions were very important to Janet as she always put out an extra special effort in making memories. She loved capturing pictures with her camera. Janet adored her seven grandchildren; she was extremely proud of their accomplishments as she was honored to witness just about every special occasion, award ceremonies, and sporting events. Janet will be remembered as an amazing mother and Mimi and a very special friend to many. She will be deeply missed.

Graveside services were conducted Sunday, May 21, 2027 at 1:30 p.m., Evergreen Cemetery, Lineville, Iowa.

Slade - O'Donnell Funeral Home of Leon and Lamoni handled arrangements.

Transcription by Sharon R. Becker, June of 2017

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