This blog post honors Janet Kay Powers, an 86-year-old Marin County resident who passed away peacefully on April 19, 2026. She was surrounded by loved ones in Novato.
Janet’s cheerful spirit and decades-long friendships began in elementary school. She leaves behind a loving family and a circle of friends who’ll miss her deeply.
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Details about her upcoming Memorial Service at Valley Memorial Park in Novato are below. Friends and neighbors across Marin can find ways to honor her memory, big or small.
Remembering Janet Kay Powers: A Marin County Life of Joy
Janet’s easy smile brightened the lives of neighbors in Novato, San Rafael, and beyond. In Marin’s close-knit communities, people knew her for her warmth and her love of simple pleasures.
She loved a favorite lunch with friends, a spontaneous shopping trip, or just time with family—always with a Diet Coke in hand. Her loyalty stood out, and many of her friendships lasted from childhood through adulthood in towns like Mill Valley and Fairfax.
Novato Roots and a Lifelong Marin Circle
Janet was born and raised in a place where families still greet each other by name. She built her life in the North Bay, growing friendships that lasted through the years.
From elementary school pals to her trusted circle in San Rafael and Tiburon, Janet’s connections ran deep. Her warmth filled everyday moments—shared meals, neighborhood gatherings, and celebrations that brought together folks from all corners of Marin.
Family, Grandchildren, and a Generous Spirit
Janet is survived by her son Bill and daughter-in-law Barb, her son Patrick, and four grandchildren: Shealyn, Kristin, Kashmir, and Elliot. Two great-grandchildren, Ava and Beau, also carry her memory forward.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert, and her son, Rob. Across Marin, family and friends remember her as a steady, welcoming presence who always had a laugh ready.
Her home was a hub for family gatherings, weaving together memories from Novato’s hills to Marin’s waterfront towns. You could always count on Janet to make everyone feel at home.
- Surviving sons: Bill and Patrick, with daughter-in-law Barb
- Grandchildren: Shealyn, Kristin, Kashmir, and Elliot
- Great-grandchildren: Ava and Beau
- Preceded in death by husband Robert and son Rob
Service Details and Memorial Wishes
The family will celebrate Janet’s life at Valley Memorial Park, 650 Bugeia Lane in Novato. The service is set for Friday, June 12, 2026, at 11:30 a.m.
Friends and relatives from all over Marin—and even the East Bay—are welcome to come and share stories. Instead of flowers, the family asks folks to do something kind for someone else in Janet’s memory. That feels like just the sort of tribute she’d appreciate.
Celebrating Janet Across Marin County
Across Marin—from the shorelines of Sausalito to the parks of Mill Valley—people who knew Janet remember her for lifting others’ spirits. She created community wherever she went, even in the newsrooms at the San Anselmo post office or along the quiet streets of Fairfax.
In a county famous for its scenic wonders and tight-knit towns, Janet embodied the best of Marin. Loyalty, warmth, and that cheerful resilience of hers made every day brighter in Novato, San Rafael, and honestly, just about anywhere she set foot.
As folks in Marin County look back on Janet’s life, her memory lingers in the small acts of kindness she sparked. Those enduring friendships—stretching from elementary school halls to living rooms in San Rafael and Corte Madera—say a lot about the impact she had.
Here is the source article for this story: Janet Powers Obituary
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