Janet Kay

Herrin- Janet Clare Ament Kay, 68, of Herrin, passed away at 4:50 PM, Thursday, December 13, 2007 at Herrin Hospital. Janet was born on April 20, 1939 in Herrin to Carlyle & Mae Kelly (Pace) Ament. Janet worked many years as a licensed practical nurse at various hospitals and nursing homes and for Dr. Fine in Herrin. She obtained her Masters in social work from Southern Illinois University- Carbondale and worked many years as the aftercare specialist and answered the telephones after hours at Johnson-Hughes and Mitchell-Hughes Funeral Homes. Janet maintained the relationships she made with her ladies in her support groups at the funeral homes and Herrin First Presbyterian. She enjoyed raising Shih-tzu dogs and spending time with her family. Survivors include- Son- Dennis Kay of Herrin Son & daughter in law- David & Lori Kay of Chattanooga, TN Daughter- Diane Kay of Herrin Son & daughter in law- Daniel & Maribeth Kay of Herrin Six Grandchildren Brother & sister in law- Arthur & Wanieta Ament of Rushville, IL Niece- Kristen Bruns & husband Bryan of Frankfort, IL Nephew- Steven Ament & wife Kristi of Rushville Cousin- Mildred Oldani of Herrin Cousin- Bob Oldani of Herrin Cousin- John Biggs of Oklahoma, OK Uncle- Lowell Biggs of Marion She was preceded in death by her parents. A memorial service will be held at 3:00 PM, Monday, December 17, 2007 at Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin. Brother Zane Neely will officiate the service. Visitation will be from 1-3:00 PM, Monday at the funeral home. Janets wishes were to be cremated and placed with her family at East Lawn Memorial Gardens in Herrin. Memorial arrangements are by Johnson-Hughes Funeral Home in Herrin.