Rideout, Janet Marie - Age 49, Canso. With deep sorrow we announce the passing of our daughter, sister, mother, wife and friend on Monday, February 16, 2015 in Eastern Memorial Hospital, Canso. Although Janet was a long-time resident of English Harbour East, NL she was born and lovingly raised in Canso, NS where she developed long lasting friendships and gained the respect and adoration of all who knew her. She was a kind, gentle and forgiving soul that she inherited from her father. She would give anyone the shirt off her back and would never turn anyone down. Janet had a beautiful, infectious smile that was so warm and comforting that you couldn’t help but notice her as soon as she entered a room, with a boisterous voice to match. She was such a strong and positive influence to all of us. Janet had such a love for animals, especially horses, since early childhood and had created a makeshift vet clinic in her backyard as a child. She will be greatly missed by her furry friends Diesel and Shady. In her early years Janet was a legal secretary by trade, having graduated with honors from Miss Murphy Business School in the 80s. In 1994 she moved her new little family to English Harbour where she made her mark and impacted the community immensely. Janet volunteered her services as a Bookkeeper for the Harbour Authority, volunteered her time as a firefighter and was President of the Recreation committee. However her biggest accomplishment for the town was becoming Mayor of English Harbour of which she was very proud. Janet was responsible for so many positive changes in the community including the rebuilding of the bridge. Janet was last employed with Fewer’s Ambulance Services, Clarenville, NL as an EMR. Her exceptional compassion and dedication to her job showed immensely through her interaction with her patients and her EMR partner, Valerie. Janet is survived by her husband and soul mate Glen Simpson. Together for 25 years, they became an extension of each other. Her greatest accomplishment in life was her two children, Scott, Lacey, step-daughter, Christie and grandson, Baron whom she all adored. Janet is also survived by her parents, Captain Joseph and Stella (Bond) Rideout, Canso; sisters, Rita (Kenny) and Lori-Anne (Kevin); extended sisters and brothers, Angela (Youri), Debbie, Eric (Melissa). There was always a special place in her heart for Walter and Alice Simpson. Janet leaves behind several nieces and nephews; Max, Matthew, and Faith. As well as, Faith, Kyle, Keegan, Tony, Allison, John and Robyn. Janet had a large extended family that she loved very much. Several Aunts and Uncles as well as Cousins Wendy, Juanita, Susie, Dean, Derrick, Diana, Kenny, Chad, Vicky, Lloyd, Rodney, Odessa, and Ralphie. On behalf of Janet’s family we would like to thank the following: The Staff at the Eastern Memorial Hospital, G.B. Cross Memorial Hospital, Clarenville, NL staff and all associated personnel, family and friends for the love and support and everyone involved in fundraising event. A special thank you to Wendy for representing and assisting family from all night bedside vigils to handling the final details. In lieu of flowers a trust fund is currently being set up for Janet’s 13 year old daughter to aid in future educational endeavors. Information can be obtained through immediate family. A celebration of life will be held at the Canso United Baptist Church at 1p.m. Saturday, February 21, 2015, with Rev. David Wheeler officiating. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Dennis Haverstock Funeral Home, Canso. Words of comfort may be forwarded to the family at: www.haverstocks.com Visitation Information Visitation Location There will be no Visitation Service Information Service Date Saturday, February 21, 2015 Service Time 1 p.m. Service Location Canso United Baptist Church