Janene Haugen, 80, Minot, ND went home to be with the Lord on Nov. 5, 2020.  Janene was born on April 6, 1940, daughter of George & Pauline Benedict.  In her earlier years, she lived in Lonetree, ND and later her family moved to Berthold, ND, where she graduated from Berthold High School.  After high school, she attended college in Sioux Falls, SD, where she attained a standard Teachers Degree.

She was once married to Gary Haugen and from that union they were blessed with two children, Tracy (who is now deceased) and Jeani (husband Mike) who live in Minneapolis, MN.  She was also blessed with two grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren whom she loved dearly.

One of the joys of Janene's life was teaching Elementary school in the Minot school system which she had the privilege of doing for 37 and half years.  She truly enjoyed her students and it was there that she met some of her best friends (fellow school teachers).

She would say some of her fondest memories was teaching and relating to her students.  Having the privilege of being a part of shaping and molding their lives brought her great fulfillment.

After retiring from the teaching profession, she worked at different clothing stores in Minot. As the years went by it became very apparent to her that it would be wise to sell her home and move into an assisted living center. Within a short time, she moved into Somerset Court where she lived until her passing. She considered herself very blessed to be a resident of Somerset and so enjoyed the fellowship and personal care given to her.  Janene touched many lives and was loved by many! A classy lady she was!

Janene is survived by : daughter Jeani (Mike) Hynes, Minneapolis; grandson, Philippe Velazquez (Mariely) and children, Trey & Mia, Yukon Ok.; granddaughter, Taylor See (Wyatt) and son, Sabastian, Minneapolis; sisters, Garene Bibelheimer (Roy) Fessenden; Etoile Keiser (Fred) Minot; Karen Borud (Larry) Minot and a number of nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents, George & Pauline and her daughter, Tracy.

Private service: Due to COVID, there will be a Private Family service held.

Public Visitation with social distancing guidelines: Sunday, November 8, 2020 from 3:00 -5:00 p.m. in the Thomas Family Funeral Home, Minot.

Janene Haugen Flower Pictures