Janet Mae Doud, 90 of Palmetto, FL, and formerly of Valparaiso and LaCrosse, IN, passed away on February 1, 2025 in Bradenton, FL surrounded by her loving children. She was born on December 17, 1934 in Valparaiso, IN to the late Virgil and Mabel (Dunkelbarger) Schroeder and graduated from Valparaiso High School. She was a dedicated homemaker and farmer’s wife, devoting her life to the family farm in LaCrosse and raising her family. From corn to beans and cattle to sheep, they did it all. Along with her husband, Bob, they would travel and participate in livestock shows and show sheep at the local and state fair-- even coming in second place one year. Bob and Janet made the move to Florida in the late 90’s where they got immersed in the game of shuffleboard, enjoying competitions and socializing with the community. Janet was always a caregiver, not just in raising her children and enjoying time with her grandchildren, but also in taking care of Bob. She will be remembered as a hard worker & faithful woman who would stop at nothing to be there for those she loved.
On May 1, 1954, Janet married Robert “Bob” Bruce Doud, proudly celebrating 70 years of marriage in 2024. Survivors include their children: Michael (Lori) Doud, David (Kathy) Doud, and Cindy (Mike) Creech; sister-in-law, Dixie Seavers; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and many loving nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bob Doud, in July of 2024; her sons, Charles A. Doud and Thomas W. Doud; and brothers, Larry Schroeder and Clarence Schroeder.
A memorial visitation will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM at LaCrosse United Methodist Church, 11 North Indiana Ave., LaCrosse, IN 46348, with a service beginning at 12:30 PM. Immediately following services, Janet’s earthly remains will be laid to rest at Graceland Cemetery in Valparaiso.
