Janice West

Janice West

August 7, 1950 - June 17, 2020

Janice West, 69, of Monroe, passed away Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital.

Born August 7, 1950, she was the daughter of Everett and Martha (Goins) West. After receiving her High School Diploma, Janice went on to work for Monroe County Intermediate School District as a Teacher's Aide for 33 years before retiring in 2006.

Janice was known for her big heart. She loved her job, caring and teaching for children and adults through the ISD. After retirement, she mostly enjoyed relaxing and being able to spend time with her grandchildren, watching them grow up.

Janice leaves behind her two children; Justin Sauer of Monroe and Lauren (Jason) Wilson of Portage, Michigan; five grandchildren, Aubry Sauer, Austin Nelson, Gareth Wilson, River Feaganes, and Nation Feaganes; brother, Steven (Sherri) West; sister, Nadine (Mike) McMullen.

Sadly, Janice is preceded in death by her daughter, Gretchen Sauer, and her parents.

Friends and family may visit on Thursday, June 25, 2020 from 4:00 to 8:00pm at Rupp Funeral Home. A celebration of Janice's life will take place at Rupp Funeral Home Friday, June 26, 2020 at 10:00am with Pastor Jeffrey Heimsoth officiating. In accordance with Janice's wishes cremation will follow the service and internment will take place at Roselawn Memorial Park next to her daughter.

The family wishes that memorial contributions in Janice's name be made to Paula's House in Monroe, MI.

To leave a favorite memory of Janice or an online condolence to the family please visit www.ruppfuneralhomeinc.com.