It is with great sadness the family of Janet Lynne (Anderson) Grasher announces her passing on January 7, 2025, at the age of 76.
Janet was born in Salem, Illinois, raised in Centralia, Illinois, and lived her adult life in Decatur, Illinois, and later in Largo, Florida. Janet was sassy, smart, funny, and truly a unique lady who made friends easily. She was the life of the party and loved to dance! She enjoyed fashion, music (especially the 60s Motown), all things pink, flowers, the beach, and the ocean. Janet was a proud Democrat and an LGBTQ+ supporter! She loved a good debate and intelligent, meaningful conversation. She was a loyal friend and loved her family & children fiercely.
She was preceded in death by: her parents, Lila Victoria Chapman (Williams) and James Dean Anderson; her sister Yvonne Griffin (Anderson) and numerous beloved pets.
Janet will be loved and missed by: her husband James R. Grasher; her daughter Angie Arnold (Grasher) (son-in-law Ken) and son David Grasher; sister Shirley Malone (Anderson) and her dog Boggie.
She is also survived by her nieces Kelly Malone & Lisa Griffin and nephews Greg Malone & Blake Griffin and numerous other beloved extended family members.
Family and friends may send donations to the following pet rescue sites, per Janet’s wishes: http://www.floridacockerrescue.org or https://ofsds.org/donate/tribute-donations/
There will be two Celebration of Life services per the family’s request. There will be one here in Florida on Sunday, February 9th from 12:30-4:30 pm at Lincolnshire Clubhouse, 1071 Donegan Road, Largo, FL 33771. The other Celebration of Life will be held in the Spring in the St. Louis area, information to follow.