Janet Anne Schoolcraft

Janet Anne Schoolcraft passed on May 29, 2026, at the age of 87. Born in Detroit, Michigan on July 30, 1938, she carried her beginnings with her even as life led her onward, later residing in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Janet was a Las Vegas Showgirl for Barry Ashton and Harold Minsky, bringing poise and presence to her work and leaving behind memories shaped by dedication and straightforward integrity. She loved to read, and her curiosity found steady companionship in books—an enduring pleasure that suited her clear-eyed, honest way of moving through the world.

Those who knew Janet will also remember how easily laughter lived alongside candor. She had a great sense of humor, and it showed in the warmth of her wit and the lightness she could bring to everyday moments. She loved a good martini, enjoyed without pretense and with the kind of easy charm that made time together feel special.

Above all, Janet’s affection for the lives she cared for was evident in the devotion she gave to her parrot, Lucy, and her dog, Digger. Their companionship was part of her daily world, and it reflected the steady, genuine heart so many came to know.