Janet Frances Pelletier, 87, passed away Aug. 17, 2021, surrounded by family in her home in Bovina Center. Born in Troy, she was the daughter of the late Gerald and Irene (Fitzgerald) Hurley. She graduated from St. Brigid’s School in Watervliet, Catholic Central High School in Troy, and Mildred Elley School in Albany. Her career included several years in the New York State Department of Vital Statistics in Albany and, later, service as a social worker at the Delaware County Infirmary and in the office of Fritz Heinegg, M.D., both in Delhi. She was involved in many community and church volunteer activities, most notably starting a preschool (“Playschool”) with her friends at the Bovina UP Church, working with Delhi’s Open Door, and serving as a coordinator for the Fresh Air Fund in Delaware County.
Jan’s greatest joy in life was her family, including her long, loving relationship with her husband, the late Gaston (Gus) Pelletier. Gus and Jan created and loved a large family that includes seven sons and two daughters: Steve (Janet), Mark, Matt, Dan (Megeen), Andy (Erin), John, Joe (Becky), Mary (James), and Christine (Jim). Jan was the proud grandmother of twelve grandchildren. She is survived also by a beloved brother, Thomas (Loren); two sisters-in-law, Diane and Doris; several nieces and a nephew; and many friends.
She was predeceased by her sister Mary Ellyn Bach (the late Mike).
Known for her wisdom, empathy, humor, grace, intuition, intelligence, and endless love, Jan freely offered great insights about life, perceptive words of encouragement, or simply well-reasoned advice. She will be deeply missed by many.
Following a private burial, the family plans a celebration of Jan’s life in 2022. Those who wish may send memorial contributions to Helios Care (helioscare.org) or the Bovina Emergency Squad, 36 Maple Avenue, Bovina Center, NY 13740.
Visit www.macarthurfh.com to share a condolence with the Pelletier family.
