Janet Fritzsche
July 31, 1948 ~ September 17, 2017
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Janet Fritzsche, 69, of Miller, passed away Sunday, September 17, 2017 at her home surrounded by her devoted family.
Funeral service was held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, September 21, 2017 at the First Presbyterian Church, Miller with Rev. Dr. Brian Jones officiating. Visitation was held from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 20, 2017 with a 7:00 p.m. prayer service, all at the church.
Janet Kay Bottum was born on July 31, 1948, to Hazel (Lingscheit) and Clark Bottum. She graduated from Wessington High School and Sioux Valley Hospital School of Nursing in Sioux Falls. She married Douglas Fritzsche on June 14, 1969 in Wessington; sweethearts since 7th grade.
Through the years she was involved with the family business, Miller Concrete Products, Inc., was a nurse at the Avera Hand County Clinic, and served as organist at the United Methodist Church and First Presbyterian Church in Miller. She tried always to be a servant of God.
Her family was the love of her life. She is survived by her husband, Doug; daughter, Jennifer (David) Mercer and their children: Jack, Sam, and Eli of Blunt; son, Daniel (Megan) Fritzsche and their children: Owen and Oliver of Miller; and daughter, Jill (Seth) Doyle and their children: Miles, Ava, and Evie of Pierre; special aunt, Evelyn Froning of Miller; brother, David (Thelma) Bottum of Roscoe, IL; special grandchildren: Kelsey, Jansen (Cody), Karst, and Isaak Hunter; loving in-laws; nieces; nephews; and a host of long-time friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Janet’s arrangements.
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Do sorry for your loss she was an incredible person
I’m so sorry to hear of Janet’s passing. She was such a kind, thoughtful person. Sending prayers for comfort and strength.
Janet was a wonderful lady and all of us who knew her have great memories of her. Prayers for all the Fritzsche family.
John & send our sympathy to Janet’s family. She was a friend and classmate who was liked by everyone. Genuine, kind and fun. We have only good memories . ❤️
Keeping all of Janet’s precious family in my prayers.
My sincere sympathy to the family of Janet Fritzsche.
Our Deepest Sympathy to All. Will always remember her playing the organ in church. Janet was our organist when we got married 35 years ago at the United Methodist Church. Fly with the Angels, Janet. Until we meet again. Take care. God Bless.
Our deepest sympathy to the family! Janet was a great lady and will be missed by so many!! Thoughts and prayers to you all!!
Our deepest sympathy.
Our love and prayers and deepest sympathy at this difficult time 💜
Prayers are with you during this period of loss and grief. young ones dying.too young. Cherish the memories!
Sending our prayers. Doyle & Kay
So sad for your family’s loss. Sending healing hugs and hope that the good memories you made with Janet will help you through this really sad time. Thinking of you and holding you close in our hearts. Eric & Sid
So sorry for you loss and she will be missed very much by all. Our Deepest Sympathy Dr. Dick and Kathy Splichal
To my dear friend’s family . I have one last prayer for Janet: " Lord Jesus Christ, by your own three days in the tomb, you hallowed the graves of all who believe in you and so made the grave a sign of hope that promises resurrection even as it claims our mortal bodies. Grant that Janet may sleep here in peace until you awaken her to glory, for you are the resurrection and the life. Then she will see you face to face and in your light will see the light and know the splendor of God, for you live and reign forever and ever."
Deepest Condolences to family and friends. Janet was a most kind and generous person. She encouraged me to keep at the clarinet in high school when I wanted to give up. She always had a helpful word and pat on the shoulder for everyone. I know she will surely be missed by all who knew her.
Doug, Just found out Janet passed away. So sorry. We will be in touch soon. Sorry we can’t make it to the funeral we have to be gone all week. Stay strong. Mike and Donna Jean Newton
Our prayers go out to the family.
Please know that your family is in my thoughts & prayers during this difficult time. So glad I got to see Janet again at the Capitol Xmas trees a couple years ago. Jo Ann Benson Nelsen, a childhood friend & neighbor.
The warmth and joy your Christmas cheeseball brought our family will forever be cherished. May the Lord be with you and yours.
Doug and families- I’m so sorry for your loss. Janet was a very special person in so many ways; and she will be deeply missed by all whose lives she touched. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you now and in the days ahead. I’m sure she is filling heaven with her beautiful music! Hope to visit with you all on Thursday; til then hugs and blessings. Love, Jan
Janet was my nurse at the clinic and was always so professional and friendly. Loved her smile. Prayers to all her devoted family. Doris Schultz
Such a beautiful person! The Lord really did shine through from her! Our hearts, prayers and love to you Doug and families…..Thinking of each and every one of you! Wish we could be there, but remembering Janet with all the love she gave! From Matt,Brenda, Nikolas, Sari, Alexis and Dakota….😚❤💔
43 years ago my and my first husband lived in Wessington. He was the Presbyterian Pastor. Janet was in my Presbyterian Women’s Circle. I remember her fondly and how we compared notes on nursing. Blessings to you all at this time. Barbara Patton Rolph
My deepest sympathy to Janet’s family! God bless you all!