Janice Lee Beegle's Obituary
Janice Lee Beegle, age 81, passed away peacefully at home March 8, 2023. She was born in Muskegon, MI on March 27, 1941 to Kenneth & Geraldine (Sartwell) Hanson. Janice married Edward Beegle on August 19, 1961. Janice worked for Reeths-Puffer Schools in various capacities for 30 years retiring in 2003.
Survivors, she is survived by, and will be forever missed and fondly remembered by her husband of nearly 62 years, Edward Beegle; Sons, Jeffrey (Melissa) Beegle, Jay Beegle; Daughter, Kristi Gifford; Grandchildren, Jennifer (Dan) Buckhalter, Josh (Molly) Beegle, Jake (Kelly) Beegle, Nick Gifford, Jana Beegle; Great Grandchildren, Austin Buckhalter, Evan Buckhalter, Joshua Beegle, Madalyn Beegle, Cora Beegle, Elliot Gifford, Grace Gifford; Siblings, Jim (Jan) Hanson, Sue (Larry) Duvall, Kay (Ilmar) Sinivee; and many nieces, nephews and close friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; Kenneth Hanson and Geraldine (Sartwell) Hanson-Kroes; and Step-Father, Kenneth Kroes.
Janice enjoyed the simple things in life. She could be found on any given Friday or Saturday night being sashayed around some dance floor by her lifelong dance partner to their favorite country music. She enjoyed the thousands of miles traveled on the back of the motorcycle driven by her favorite biker. She enjoyed and thoroughly cherished the countless hours spent sitting in the front yard swing next to her best friend just talking and watching cars go by.
Janice’s life was a shining example of tolerance, kindness, compassion, and she loved unconditionally. She was a beacon of optimism and saw the good in everyone. She never wasted one precious breathe, or one ounce of energy on anything that could be hurtful, or cause pain to anyone. She put others needs before her own expecting nothing in return. This world has lost a beautiful human being.
Cremation has taken place and per her wishes no service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Harbor Hospice Foundation or the Alzheimer’s Association.
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