Remembering Janet D. Neupert, 1949-2018

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The family of Janet D. Neupert is sharing this remembrance with the community:

Janet Doris Neupert, 1949-2018

Janet Doris Adams was the eldest of six daughters born to Merwin and Marion Adams in Fergus Falls, MN. After graduating from Elbow Lake High School, she obtained her registered nursing degree from Augustana College in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

She met and married her husband of 45 years (Jerrol R. Neupert, M.D.) at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. With her husband drafted into the Navy, Jan served as a civilian newborn nursery nurse, while her husband was the base ophthalmologist. After the military, they moved to Seattle to establish an ophthalmology practice and Jan decided to concentrate on being a mom. Her passion was her church and her children, her grandchildren, and other peoples’ children. She was a devoted member and mentor of MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers). Her gentle spirit and warm personality inspired everyone she met.

She is survived by her loving husband (Jerrol R. Neupert, M.D.), her children (Shevaun D. Neupert, Ph.D. and Erich R. Neupert), her grandchildren (Klára and Declan Hannig) and her father (Merwin Adams) as well as four of her sisters (Ione Adams, Gail Kvam, Faith Adams-Hanson, and Brenda Adams). Any donations are recommended to Mothers of Preschoolers (www.mops.org).

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Susan Lantz-Dey October 24, 2018 (1:17 pm)

It’s one thing to lose one’s parents, quite another to take that journey with one’s spouse. Such heartache. Jerry, I’ll let your old cub scout chum Paul know.

Elicia October 24, 2018 (3:10 pm)

She was a beautiful person who gave me guidance toward strength and love as a new mom of two. I am forever grateful and blessed to have known Jan.

Cathy October 24, 2018 (5:51 pm)

Jan was a very special and wonderful woman. She will be missed greatly. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Sally Heit October 24, 2018 (6:04 pm)

Jan was an amazing woman of wisdom and grace. She touched so many lives, and she will be missed terribly.

sgs October 24, 2018 (9:52 pm)

Did not know her well, but she always had a warm smile and friendly word for me. Such a treasure to have in this world. Our church family will really miss her. Thankful for her impact and deep sympathy to her wonderful family.

Chris Morchin October 25, 2018 (9:23 am)

DR Neupert: I was saddened to hear of Jan’s passing. Throughout our association with you she was always so gracious and genuinely kind. She will be missed by many!With fondness, Chris Morchin

Chris Morchin October 25, 2018 (9:26 am)

Dear Dr Neupert: Always enjoyed seeing Jan, she embraced us with her grace and friendship each time we met. I was saddened to hear of her passing and you having say goodbye to your friend.Fondly, Chris Morchin

Marie October 25, 2018 (11:58 am)

Jan supported me through the loss of my own mother. She stood as a pillar and shelter when it felt like my own house was falling down around me. I was with her at MOPS that day and her effortless grace was with her till the very end. So loved and very missed! – Marie

Erik Willanger October 25, 2018 (12:28 pm)

Jan was like a second mom to many of us who attended high school with her son, Erich. I am very saddened about her passing. I will always remember her quite fondly. My heart goes out to her wonderful family for this deep loss. I have no doubt that her legacy will live on through the many lives she served.

Linda Frothinger October 26, 2018 (9:39 am)

I’ll always think of Jan as such a giving person- reaching out to ask about others, to involve others in ways that would support, and especially with her gentle and embracing heart and smile.

Jim and Michelle Martin October 26, 2018 (7:58 pm)

Jan was a warm and welcoming presence in our West Seattle neighborhood, walking by our home and always cheerful and encouraging. Though we moved 15 years ago, we have very fond memories. The world is a little less cheerful in her absence.

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