Janette passed away peacefully surrounded by family on 21st March 2026.
Dearly loved wife of Peter, loving mother of Chris, Melinda, Michael and Pamela,
and mother-in-law of Hinapouri and Keith.
Much loved nan of Dylan, Xavier, Isabella, Ian, Hedy and Sam,
and great grandma (‘old nan’) of Riley and Whenua.
Forever in our hearts.
A service to celebrate and commemorate Janette will be held in the chapel of
Mount Alexander Funerals, 12 Campbell Street, Castlemaine on Friday 27th March at 1.30pm.
Those wishing to see Janette prior to the service
are advised that her coffin will be open for a viewing from 1.00 to 1.15pm.
If you wish to watch Janette’s photo presentation, please click on this following link:
Watch Janette's photo presentation
27th March 2026 at 1:30 PM
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My love thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time… had fun times working with you all at Hargraves St Cafe.
Love Kim Woodman
All my love to you all…..
Will always remember the day I bumped into Aunty Janette in Canberra and it was under the weirdest circumstances.
I didn’t have enough cash on me to get my bus home to Queanbeyan so I popped into the Commonwealth Bank in Canberra where I had never been before and is the only time I ever used that branch.
This is where I bumped into her, was such a shock…. I could barely digest what was happening…. lol… I ended up leaving the bank in a daze without even arranging to go for a coffee or anything and probably wasn’t until I was sitting on the bus that I thought that I should have arranged to go for coffee …. when the stars align…. lol … is still hard to believe that this could have happened.
Love Wendy xoxoxo
Jeanette, my life friend I am struggling to believe you will not be there when I visit Castlemaine, but you all know my love for you and your family is deep and lasting.
You are in my prayers.
Kerrie
Hard to believe that you are gone Janette, we haven’t seen each other for quite awhile but you have been in my thoughts.
You were my rock many years ago and I will always treasure our friendship.
Gabi Howie
Janette and Peter were always so kind and accepting of me, first as a kid and then as a teenager, forever hanging around with Chris at that incredible Church Street home.
Janette was kind and generous to me, I was always welcome, no matter how often I turned up unannounced (often close to meal times), and she never hesitated to pull me into line when I’d pushed things too far or tested the patience of Michael or Melinda one too many times.
To Peter, Melinda, Michael and Pam, I’m so sorry for your loss.
And to my old friend Chris, I’m so sorry, mate. I carry so many fond memories from those 80’s days in that house with you and your beautiful family.
Much love,
Jeremy xx
Much love to you all.
Sorry I cannot be with you today.
My family are eternally grateful for Janette’s warmth and kindness to us … and her generosity to my children.
Many fond memories.
Jan Muller
Our thoughts are with you at this very sad time.
May the memory of Jeanette bring you great joy and happiness when you think of her.
Pauline and Ian
To Peter, Chris, Melinda, Michael and Pam – I’m sorry I couldn’t be there for the funeral today.
I have many fond memories of Janette looking out for us – as children when we were up to mischief in the backyard at Templeton/Church St,
as teenagers hanging out in her cafe, and helping me find accomodation and connections when I moved to Melbourne to study at Monash.
Janette was always so kind and supportive and genuinely engaged and interested.
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.
Zoe Xx
To lovely Janette, we will sadly miss your wit and humour at the family get togethers at Newstead.
Bob, Kathryn and Chester Ryan
Janette… Mrs Mawson, thank you for being so welcoming, generous and caring.
Memories of spending time with Melinda in your home as a child are definitely happy ones, good times with lots of laughter, often after the lights were out.
As a mother I admire your ability to make managing life, four children and the extra ones seem effortless.
A highlight of returning to Maldon was always a visit, usually with no notice…sorry, always met with warmth and the gift of your time.
Looking back with adult eyes I see your strength, humor, intelligence, kindness and love for your family.
Peter, Melinda, Chris, Michael and Pamela my heart goes out to you.
Love Bronwyn aka Bronzewing
Our deepest sympathies to Peter & Family.
From The Ashby’s (next door) 💐💐💐💐💐