Janet E. Cawthon

July 3, 1945 - April 4, 2021

Janet E. Cawthon, 75, of Gilman passed away on Sunday, April 4, 2021 at her home. She was born on July 3, 1945 in Watseka, the daughter of Ira and Katie (Harrison) Cawthon. She is survived by one son, Steve (Pam) Cawthon of Loda; one brother, Jim (Sue) Cawthon of Kentucky; two grandchildren, Brad Cawthon of California and Rachel Cawthon of Loda; one great-grandson, Carter Cawthon of Loda; two step-grandchildren, Jake Marcotte of Washington and Jenna Marcotte of Chicago; and several nieces and nephews including Tony (Amy) Miller and family of Gilman, who went above and beyond in caring for her. She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Judy Miller. Ms. Cawthon was a member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Gilman. She worked as a Mental Health Tech for the State of Illinois. Janet loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and was an avid reader. Memorial visitation will be held on Monday, April 12, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. until the 11:00 a.m. memorial service at Knapp-Redenius Funeral Home in Gilman. Rev. Pete Hinrich will officiate. Burial will follow at Gilman Cemetery. Memorials may be made to American Lung Association.