Janet Lynn Woodard, 79, of Riverton, passed away at 2:07 pm, Monday, February 10, 2025, at Villa East in Sherman. She was born November 30, 1945, in Springfield, to the late Louis and Ruth (Glascock) Zara.
Survivors include four children, Michelle Woodard of FL, John Woodard of Springfield, Justin Woodard of Lake St. Louis, MO and Jess Woodard of Lincoln; six grandchildren, Nicholas, Joel, Alyssa, Evan, Wyatt, and Michael; one sister, Bonnie (Leo) Meneghetti of Riverton; one brother, James Zara of Riverton; three nieces, Lori, Beth and Ruthann; and two nephews, Mike and Brad.
Janet retired from the State Journal Register in 2014 working in the classified ads department.
Janet spent her life in Riverton and enjoyed traveling, especially to historical sites. She loved gardening and Native American art and history. She truly loved spending time with her grandchildren and teaching them about Illinois and natural history. Janet was an animal rights supporter and loved her two corgis, Monty and Bridget.
In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made to the Animal Protective League of Springfield.
Visitation: 1 – 4 pm, Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Staab Funeral Home – Springfield.
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