Janyce Evelyne Lauer
March 5, 1947–May 29, 2024
Jan headed TMR's recreational program for seniors right up until her final illness. Here is an obituary published by TMR: (https://www.ville.mont-royal.qc.ca/en/news/miscellaneous/in-memoriam-janyce-lauer)
Jan in 2012
In Memoriam - Janyce Lauer
It is with deep sadness that we inform you of the passing of our dear colleague Jan Lauer on May 29, 2024. Close to 40 years of dedicated service as Recreation Supervisor for seniors, Jan has been an iconic figure in our community, bringing joy, commitment, and well-being to the seniors in our Town.
A ceremony honoring Jan will take place on Tuesday, June 18th from 14:00 to 16:00 in the Seniors’ lounge at the Recreation Centre. Residents are welcome to partake in signing a memorial book.
Jan was much more than an employee, she was a pillar in our community.
Her career was marked by a multitude of programs and activities designed to meet the varied needs and interests of our seniors. During this time of mourning, we remember with gratitude Jan's many contributions to our community including the launch of the Identification booklets in 2014 for seniors in Mount Royal and Outremont in which she was proudly recognized at the National Assembly of Québec and by the Montreal Police Department.
Jan also initiated and was responsible for a number of programs and activities such as "See me! Respect Me!" for Elder Abuse Awareness, the Craft fair, Holiday Lunch, the Seniors lounge, Strawberry Social, the Golden Circle and numerous outings and excursions catered to our seniors. Her passion and warm presence forged a special bond with everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Her unwavering dedication, boundless kindness, and legacy of compassion will continue to inspire and guide us as we work towards the well-being and happiness of our seniors. May her memory remain etched in our hearts forever. We would like to express our deepest condolences to her loved ones.
Her colleagues from the Recreation, Culture and Community Activities Department team, the Council Members and all of the Town Personnel.
Here are a couple of photos of Jan that Tanya Antebi, one of Jan's co-workers at TMR, kindly sent me:
Jan at at a TMR event in 2022
Jan in 2019
This is Charlie, Jan's dog. Jane Lavery kindly gave Charlie to Jan after Jan's prior dog passed away. We know from Jan's Facebook page that she loved Charlie deeply.
The following is an obituary published for Jan in the Montreal Gazette on June 27, 2024:
Janyce Lauer of Roxboro, Quebec passed away peacefully in her sleep on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Jani was predeceased by her parents Leonard and Daisy Lauer. She had no siblings. Jani was born in the US but moved to Canada with her parents at an early age. She attended elementary and high school in the Town of Mount Royal. Jani had many passions, one being her beloved puppy Charlie. She also loved doing all sorts of crafts. Jani worked for TMR for almost 40 years. She was a great friend to many and a very special lady. She will be missed by all who knew her, most especially Donna and Judy and Rose. There will be a memorial service at 2 p.m., on Friday June 28, at the TMR United Church, 1800 Graham Boulevard. There will be a small reception following the service.
https://montrealgazette.remembering.ca/obituary/janyce-lauer-1090048619
Thanks to Lyn Deadman for letting us know about the Gazette obituary.