Janet Elaine Hyliard, 86, of Bronson, dearest mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at her home in Bronson.
A funeral service will be held Wednesday, June 26, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. at Dutcher Funeral Home in Bronson with Pastor Jim Erwin officiating. Interment will follow the service at East Gilead Cemetery.
The family will receive guests for visitation that morning from 9:00 AM until time of service at the funeral home.
She was born November 12, 1937 to Andrew and Mildred (Norton) Bracy. Janet was a graduate of Quincy High School and on July 20, 1961 she married Lee Hyliard who preceded her in death on October 7, 1992. Janet and Lee were well known as the owners of Bill’s Steakhouse in Bronson for many years.
Janet was a strong willed, independent woman who overcame many struggles in her life. A lifelong resident of Branch County and an active member of the Mothers of Twins of Branch County, Janet loved traveling but also enjoyed life in her country home and the nature in her own backyard.
She was an accomplished cook, gardener, had a passion for taking care of the cats that showed up on her doorstep, as well as feeding the birds she so enjoyed watching. She found joy in singing the old hymns, going antiquing, doing puzzles, playing dice with friends, the simple pleasures.
She had a giving spirit, always helping and being there for friends and family whenever needed.
Janet loved family gatherings and spending time with her loved ones. She was a devoted mother to five children – Cindy (Robert) Thompson Bonnet of Pembroke Pines, FL, Penny (Rick) Thompson Parchen of San Dimas, CA, Terry (Deanna) Hyliard of Bronson, MI, Randy Hyliard of Marysville, OH, daughter-in-law, Susan Hyliard. She cherished being a grandmother to Rachel, Rebecca, Matthew, Elizabeth, Heather, Tracia, Dustin, Brandon, Brittney, Bryce, Tyler, Chelsea, Leo, Ava; she was also blessed with many great-grandchildren that brought her immense pride and joy; sister to Iva Dart of Petoskey, MI; and cherished aunt to many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
She will be deeply missed by her family and loved ones more than words can express.
In addition to her husband Lee Hyliard, Janet was preceded in death by her parents, her dear son Barry Hyliard, and her siblings Leo Bracy, Lauren Bracy, and Ethyl Crum.
Memorial donations are suggested to Erin’s Angels.
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