Janet Joan Messerschmitt

Janet Messerschmitt died November 1, 2005 in Prescott, Arizona. She was born July 29, 1934 in Elizabeth, Colorado; the daughter of Emil and Gladys (Mason) Bostrom. Janet was 71 years old.   Janet?s life experiences ranged from employment with  Federal Bureau of Investigation to owning and operating her own a bookstore.  Her most important job in her estimation was raising and supporting her family.   She had been an active member of numerous boards and organizations in Prescott and most recently served as Sunday School Superintendent of Prescott United Methodist Church. She never wanted to draw attention to herself but gained happiness in helping others achieve their objectives. She loved God, family, cats, books, other people and a good laugh. She in turn was loved by all who knew her.   Janet is survived by her husband of 50 years, Jim; daughter, Kim (Kirby) Johnson of Temple, TX; sons, Kurt (Emily) and Kyle (Kim) of Dallas, Texas; brother Norman (JoAnne) Bostrom of Colorado Springs, Colo. Grandchildren; Tyler, Tara, Tanner, Taylor, Travis and Amy, niece, Jennifer and her many friends.   A Celebration of Janet?s life will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 7, 2005 at Prescott United Methodist Church, 505 W. Gurley. Burial will be in Elizabeth, Colo. . The family suggests memorials in Janet?s name to Prescott United Methodist Church, Discipleship Fund, Prescott, Arizona, 86301