Janet Theresa Welk

Janet Theresa Welk age 82, of Green Bay, WI, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 4, 2024, surrounded by family. Janet was born a twin, 10 minutes older than her sister JoAnn, in Carrington, ND, on November 17, 1941, the daughter of Louis and Estella (Bofenkamp) Pfann. She was the third oldest of seven children. In her younger years, the family lived on a small dairy farm between Sykeston, ND, and Carrington. Janet graduated from Carrington High School. Following high school, Janet moved to Grand Forks, ND, and completed a two-year X-ray Technician degree in 1961. She worked in various X-ray-related roles until retiring in 2008. Soon after receiving her degree, Janet traveled to Europe alone through the America Youth Abroad program. This experience was a highlight in Janet’s life that she would gladly tell you about. Janet lived in Minneapolis a year before marrying the love of her life, John Welk. The two met at a wedding, fell in love, and married on May 27, 1967. They had two children, Stacy and Amy. The family lived in Park Falls, WI, for 18 years. There, Janet developed lifelong friendships. The family also lived in Madison, WI, for a short time, and then in 2000, Janet moved to Green Bay, where she lived for nearly 24 years. In Green Bay, Janet learned how to square dance. She also developed a deeper knowledge and passion for the bridge card game and played in tournaments. Janet also liked playing cards with her girls and the grandkids. Janet loved to travel, volunteer, spend time with friends, and go for a Friday night fish fry. When she was home, Janet often watched a good Hallmark movie. We rest easy knowing that she is at home with Jesus. Janet’s heart and soul belonged to God. In her last days here on earth, she shared, “I might as well be happy,” because Janet knew where she was going and believed in heaven. Janet will be deeply missed by her daughters, Stacy Ferkovich and Amy (Kurt) Thieding; brother, Louis (Deanna) Pfann; sisters, JoAnn (Art) Swanson, Lenora (Glenn) Smith, Mary (Cole) Jendro, and Karen (Dan) Wenner; grandchildren, Aaron Ferkovich, Katerina Ferkovich, and Drew Thieding; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, John; parents; sister, Marlys Steinman; and son-in-law, Jay Ferkovich. A visitation will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish in Howard, WI, with a Mass of Christian Burial at noon. A special thank you to Brookview Meadows in Green Bay for assisting Janet with meals and care and welcoming her into their community. In honor of Janet Welk, flowers may be sent to the church, or a memorial may be directed to St. John the Baptist Catholic Parish. To view the service live stream, please visit https://www.facebook.com/sjbhparish.

Janet Theresa Welk

November 17, 1941 - October 4, 2024