Sara J. Janes Obituary (1941 - 2022)

Sara Jean Janes, 80, passed away on Sunday, June 19, 2022 at her home in Pontiac, after a long battle with cancer. Sara was born September 3, 1941, in Robinson, Illinois to Joseph J. and Gladys L. (Nixon) VanEtta. She is survived by her daughter Candy Janes, of Pontiac, her grandson Brandon Janes, of Maplewood, NJ and his husband Reid Sewell. Also surviving are her sister Barbara Marino (Shawnee, OK) and brother Jim L. VanEtta (Covington, IN) as well as several nieces and nephews. Sara was preceded in death by her parents, beloved son Timothy Janes, and brothers Jerome, Tom and Joe VanEtta. Sara graduated from Farmer City High School and worked at Livingston Manor nursing home for over twenty years, where she retired as Director of Environmental Services. Sara had many hobbies, including gardening and jewelry making. She loved travel, especially her annual visits to New York to visit her grandsons, and was an enthusiastic foodie who loved to try new dishes. A private service will be held for the family. Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. This obituary may be viewed, and a guestbook signed, at www.duffyfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.