Bay Village Woman Janet Kauker Dies at 77

Longtime resident was devoted to family and travel

Mar. 12, 2026 at 11:12pm

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Janet Kauker, a 77-year-old resident of Bay Village, Ohio, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2026. Janet was born in Detroit, Michigan in 1948 and dedicated her life to her marriage and raising her two sons. She especially enjoyed traveling and taking Caribbean cruises with her husband of 55 years, Tom.

Why it matters

Janet's passing marks the end of an era for a longtime Bay Village family. As a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, Janet's life exemplified the values of family, community, and enjoying life's simple pleasures.

The details

Janet earned her degree in early childhood education from the University of Michigan and used her skills to care for her own two sons. In addition to her husband Tom, she is survived by her sisters Carol and Nancy, her sons Scott and Evan, and her three granddaughters Madelynn, Norah, and Chloe. Janet was preceded in death by her parents and her brother Michael.

  • Janet Kauker passed away on March 9, 2026.
  • Janet was born on October 16, 1948 in Detroit, Michigan.

The players

Janet Kauker

A 77-year-old resident of Bay Village, Ohio who dedicated her life to her family and enjoyed traveling.

Tom Kauker

Janet's husband of 55 years.

Scott Kauker

One of Janet's two sons.

Evan Kauker

One of Janet's two sons.

Madelynn, Norah, and Chloe

Janet's three granddaughters.

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The takeaway

Janet Kauker's life was defined by her devotion to family and her love of travel and adventure. Her passing marks the end of an era for a longtime Bay Village family, but her memory will live on through the lives she touched and the family she leaves behind.