Janet K. Koenig

Janet Kay “Jan” Koenig was born July 17, 1951, in Maryville, Missouri, and grew up outside Brock, Nebraska. A lifelong horse lover, Jan competed in rodeos and horse shows as a teenager and was named Best All Around Cowgirl at the Little Britches Rodeo.

While attending Methodist College of Nursing, she met David Koenig. They married October 28, 1972, and celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2022.

Jan was a compassionate registered nurse at St. Joseph’s Center for Mental Health and CHI Immanuel. She was also an avid gardener, artist, animal lover, and lifelong learner who cherished her family and many friends.

Jan faced multiple myeloma with remarkable strength and peace, participating in treatments and trials that may benefit others.

She died peacefully in Omaha on September 28, 2026. She is survived by her husband, David; children, Janel and Phillip (Steven Boman); and extended family.

Visitation will be held at Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home on Friday, October 2, 2026, from 9:30 am to 10:30 am. A Funeral Service will follow at Westlawn-Hillcrest Funeral Home on October 2, 2026, beginning at 10:30 am. Funeral Service will be streamed live via https://client.tribucast.com/tcid/c2610639339307

Janet will be laid to rest at Westlawn-Hillcrest Memorial Park, 5701 Center Street, Omaha.

Beloved in life and cherished in memory, Janet leaves a lasting presence in the hearts of those who mourn her and honor her life.

Memorials suggested to American Cancer Society in support of blood cancer research: https://donate.cancer.org/