Janet Mae Schuring

SCHURING, JANET M. Janet Mae Schuring, age 74, passed away March 5, 2014 at Cornerstone Hospice in The Villages, Florida. Janet was born October 12, 1939, in Portage Township, Michigan the daughter of the late Tom and Jennie TeBos Schuring. She was a graduate of Portage High School. Janet was a longtime Portage resident and more recently a Richland resident who enjoyed wintering in Florida for many years. Prior to her retirement she was employed for 38 years with The Upjohn Company as a laboratory technician. Janet was a Born Again Christian and was currently worshiping at the Yorkville Community Church. She was an avid sportswoman who enjoyed golfing, bowling, softball, water and snow skiing. Janet also loved camping, traveling; was an excellent woodworker and through the years had always been a "helping hand to everyone". Surviving are her sister, Doris Schuring of Richland, MI; a dear friend, Lois Meyer; and many cousins. A private family graveside service was held in Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park South. A memorial service to celebrate Janet's life will be held on Wednesday, May 7 at 11:00 at the Yorkville Community Church, 11523 East D Ave, Richland, with Pastor Shan Martin officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Janet's memory may be directed to the West Michigan Cancer Center; the St. Jude Children Hospital; or a charity of your choice.