Rosemary R. Janson Biddeford, Maine Obituary

Rosemary R. Janson

<p>Rosemary R. Janson, a beloved member of the community, passed away on May 20, 2023, at the age of 84. She was born on December 15, 1938, to Ernest and Cora (Albert) LeProhon in Biddeford, Maine. Rosemary attended Biddeford schools and grew up in the area, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those who knew her.</p><p><br></p><p>Rosemary was a devoted member of Good Shepherd Parish, where her faith played an essential role in her life. On her journey, she found love and companionship in her marriage to Robert Janson. Together, they raised three children and built a beautiful family. Although Robert preceded her in death, their love remained eternal in her heart.</p><p><br></p><p>Rosemary had a passion for reading, especially mystery and horror novels. Another great passion of hers was cheering for the Boston Red Sox. She followed the team closely and celebrated their victories with enthusiasm.</p><p><br></p><p>Rosemary was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Cora; her beloved husband, Robert; four brothers, and six sisters.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories for her surviving family members: her son Daniel Janson and his wife Tamara, her son Gary Janson and his wife Emily, her daughter Julie Nelson and her husband Eric. Rosemary's grandchildren, Alexander Janson, Andrea Barrow, Caroline Janson, Nicholas Janson, Emily Nelson, and Paige Fotter, brought immense joy to her life. She was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Gabrielle Janson and Nathaniel Janson. Additionally, she is survived by two brothers, two sisters, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss her dearly. She is also survived by her two cats, Jake and Stanley.</p><p><br></p><p>Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the visitation on Friday, May 26, 2023, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Hope Memorial Chapel, located at 480 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005.</p><p><br></p><p>A Funeral Mass in memory of Rosemary will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 11:00 am, at St. Joseph Church in Biddeford,</p><p><br></p><p>To share condolences and fond memories of Rosemary R. Janson, please visit www.hopememorial.com.</p><p><br></p>
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Rosemary R. Janson, a beloved member of the community, passed away on May 20, 2023, at the age of 84. She was born on December 15, 1938, to Ernest and Cora (Albert) LeProhon in Biddeford, Maine. Rosemary attended Biddeford schools and grew up in the area, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of those who knew her.


Rosemary was a devoted member of Good Shepherd Parish, where her faith played an essential role in her life. On her journey, she found love and companionship in her marriage to Robert Janson. Together, they raised three children and built a beautiful family. Although Robert preceded her in death, their love remained eternal in her heart.


Rosemary had a passion for reading, especially mystery and horror novels. Another great passion of hers was cheering for the Boston Red Sox. She followed the team closely and celebrated their victories with enthusiasm.


Rosemary was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Cora; her beloved husband, Robert; four brothers, and six sisters. 


She leaves behind a legacy of love and cherished memories for her surviving family members: her son Daniel Janson and his wife Tamara, her son Gary Janson and his wife Emily, her daughter Julie Nelson and her husband Eric. Rosemary's grandchildren, Alexander Janson, Andrea Barrow, Caroline Janson, Nicholas Janson, Emily Nelson, and Paige Fotter, brought immense joy to her life. She was also blessed with two great-grandchildren, Gabrielle Janson and Nathaniel Janson. Additionally, she is survived by two brothers, two sisters, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins who will miss her dearly. She is also survived by her two cats, Jake and Stanley.


Family and friends are invited to pay their respects at the visitation on Friday, May 26, 2023, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at Hope Memorial Chapel, located at 480 Elm St, Biddeford, ME 04005.


A Funeral Mass in memory of Rosemary will be held on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 11:00 am, at St. Joseph Church in Biddeford,


To share condolences and fond memories of Rosemary R. Janson, please visit www.hopememorial.com.


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May
26
VISITATION
Friday, May 26 2023
09:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Hope Memorial Chapel
480 Elm Street Biddeford, Maine 04005
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30
FUNERAL MASS
Tuesday, May 30 2023
11:00 AM
St. Joseph Catholic Church
178 Elm St. Biddeford, ME 04005
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Final Resting Place
St. Joseph Cemetery, West St, Biddeford

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