Longtime Morenci Resident Janis Marie Wilson Passes Away at 54

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Janis Marie Wilson, a 54-year-old resident of Morenci, Michigan, passed away on February 12, 2026, at the Toledo Hospital. She was born in 1971 to Charles and Joyce Horner and attended Morenci Area Schools. Janis was briefly married to Matthew Wilson, who passed away in a car accident in 1995. In her free time, Janis enjoyed searching for rare coins and going fishing.

Why it matters

Janis Wilson's passing marks the loss of a longtime member of the Morenci community, where she was known for her hobbies and connections to family. Her story highlights the importance of cherishing time with loved ones and finding joy in simple pleasures, even in the face of life's challenges.

The details

Janis Wilson is survived by her brothers Jim, Jerry, and Joey Horner, as well as her three grandsons Hagen, Holden, and Hayze Wilson. She was preceded in death by her husband Matthew and her son Kyle. Janis's funeral services will be held at the Marry Funeral Home in Morenci on February 18, 2026, with interment to follow at Oak Grove Cemetery.

• Janis Wilson passed away on February 12, 2026.
• Visitation for Janis will be held on February 17, 2026 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm.
• Janis's funeral services will be on February 18, 2026 at 11:00 am.