Janet Ann Kundert

Janet Ann Kundert, age 75, of St. Francis, formerly of Ramsey, died unexpectedly Wednesday, December 23 from a heart attack at Mercy Hospital in Coon Rapids. Janet Rasmussen, daughter of Maurice and Alma, was born July 12, 1945 in Rochester, MN along with twin brother John. She grew up in Pine Island, MN and graduated from Pine Island High School in 1963. In June 1967, she graduated from the University of Minnesota with a degree in Occupational Therapy. On August 6, 1967, she married James Kundert at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Pine Island. The couple made their home in Ramsey for many years. Janet was an occupational therapist at Anoka County Achieve for 15 years, retiring in January 2001. She was a caregiver for her parents and later for her husband, also donating a kidney to him. Janet was a long-time member of Zion Lutheran Church in Anoka. More recently she was a member of Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Ramsey and was a member of the church choir. Janet spent many happy hours at the cabin on Hickory Lake, near Aitkin, where she and Jim hosted fish fry’s for family and friends. They enjoyed extensive travel, to destinations including Alaska, Australia, Ireland, Mexico, and many more. She enjoyed crafting and sewing, especially quilting with her quilt group. Making quilts, wall hangings, and special gifts for loved ones. She was a collector of all things owl related and an avid baker. Janet's circle of family and friends looked forward to her incomparable cookie plates each Christmas. She also enjoyed family gatherings and spending time with her grandchildren. Janet is survived by her daughter, Jennifer (Michael) Scheller of Osseo, WI and son, Joshua (Molly) Kundert of Lakeville, MN; twin brother, John (Mary) Rasmussen of Loudon, TN; two sisters, Marge Charlton of Medford, MN and Sally (Mike) Dea of Minden, IA; brother-in-law, Larry (Janell) Kundert of Pine Island; five grandchildren, Tyler Wengler of Coon Rapids, Mackenzie & Ella Scheller of Osseo, and Patten & Trace Kundert of Lakeville; her kitties, Gracie & Boo; plus a niece, several nephews, and many more family & friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jim, on July 31, 2016; her daughter, Joy, at birth; and brother-in-law, Richard Charlton. No services are planned at this time. Memorials may be given to the American Heart Association, National Kidney Foundation or to her church, Lord of Life. They may be sent directly to the donor's choice.

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Janet Ann Kundert

July 12, 1945 - December 23, 2020

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Janet Ann Kundert

July 12, 1945 - December 23, 2020

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