Janet Matilda Jalufka Rother, 82, passed away April 1st at Sodalis, in Victoria, TX, after a long battle with dementia.  Even though the dementia took her away from this world, her loving spirit left a mark on the people she touched throughout her journey.

Janet was born in Hallettsville January 8, 1940, to Louis and Mathilda Jalufka.  On May 10, 1958, she married Leonard, who swept her off her feet. On February 23, 1959, and July 15, 1962, Leonard and Janet welcomed their two beautiful daughters, who were the biggest part of her life.

Janet ran a daycare center for 20 years.  She enjoyed making her hazelnut coffee every morning, spending her time in her flower beds, going to resale shops, and boat cruises. She was a spiritual woman and an active member of St. Mary Catholic Church until her illness.  Her most sacred moments were spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  She was a loving caregiver, wife, mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. She will be remembered for her comical spirit and her loving heart.

Janet is survived by:  husband Leonard; 2 daughters, Karen Jean Bennett & husband Alan, and Kares Dean Dennis; brother Daniel Jalufka; 2 grandchildren, Amy Reyes and Cole Bennett; and 3 great grandchildren, Haley Reyes, Madison Reyes and Andrew Reyes.

Janet was preceded in death by, her parents and sister Marie McElroy.

Funeral Mass Service: 12:30 pm, Thursday, April 7, 2022, at St. Mary's Catholic Church of Hallettsville, TX; Visitation starting at 11 am with Rosary starting at 12 noon. Officiant: Msgr. John Peters. Burial: St. Mary's Catholic Cemetery. Memorials: Donor's Choice.