Janet D. Claude

Janet D. Morris Claude, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home in Hazelwood, MO, on Sunday, March 24th, 2024, at the age of 66. She is survived by her beloved husband of 45 years, Jurl "Jerry" Claude, Jr. Loving mother of Jurl "Jay" Claude III, and Jami R. (Jesse) Hines. Cherished grandmother of Kaden M. Claude-Osak, Jesse C. Hines, Jr., Darleen Hines, and Eugene Hines. Dear sister of Wesley G. (Cynthia) Morris, and Brenda (Lawrence) Fuqua. Janet was also a beloved cousin, aunt, and friend to many.

Janet was born in Dunklin County, MO, the first child of Charles H. and Nellie Jo Morris. She saw several locales in Missouri and Illinois before the family settled in Florissant, MO. She started grade school at Walker Elementary and graduated from Hazelwood Central High School in 1976. Married for 45 years, she was a loving mother to her two children and a doting grandmother to four. She was an avid softball player for many years, a willing babysitter and daycare provider, and a devoted collector of many things in her later years. She loved fiercely, always spoke her truth, and would give freely to all she loved. Janet leaves behind a legacy of love and memories that will forever be cherished.

Visitation and services were held at Hutchens Mortuary in Florissant, MO, on April 2nd and 3rd, respectively.

Janet will also have services in Paragould alongside her father, Charles H. Morris, on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at Mitchell Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 11:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. with graveside services immediately following at Greene County Memorial Gardens.