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Janet L. Crews, 83, of Du Quoin, passed away peacefully at 2:29 P.M., Sunday, December 21, 2025 at her residence.
Janet was known for her creativity and welcoming spirit. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin. She loved decorating and hosting and was the proud owner of The Mulberry Tree in Du Quoin, a place that reflected her warmth and eye for beauty. She treasured trips to Josephine's with her close friends, enjoyed trips to the beach with her girls, and took great joy in gifting her sisters, daughters, granddaughters, and great-grandbabies jewelry each Christmas—a tradition filled with love and meaning. Janet was a member of Zi Iota Epsilon sorority.
Janet will be remembered for her creativity, her deep love for family, her faith, and the many special moments she created with friends and loved ones.
She was born December 12, 1942 in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Guido and Helen (Cvetezar) Ogolini.
She married Dale L. Crews on May 12, 1962 at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Du Quoin and he survives. They were high school sweethearts and had a lifelong relationship built on love, devotion, and family.
She is survived by her husband, two daughters - Kristy Sanders and husband Jon and Sheri Depyatic and husband Rudy, one sister - Mary Beth Tripp and Sam Easterly, one brother - Terry Ogolini and wife Lori, sister-in-law - Jackie Ogolini, grandchildren - Jessica Holland and husband Tyler, Mackenzie Langslet and husband Evan, Josh Sanders and fiancée Kristen Nissen, and Nick Depyatic, cherished great-granddaughters - Tessa and Josslyn Holland, many nieces and nephews, and her fur baby - Chloe.
Janet was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers - Leo Ogolini and Rick Ogolini and wife Laura and sweet great-grandson - JJ Langslet.
Per Janet's request, cremation rites will be accorded. There will be no public visitation or funeral services at this time.
Searby Funeral Home in Du Quoin is in charge of arrangements.
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