Janet McElhannon died in Spokane, Wash., on April 1, 2008.
A Wallowa County resident since 2000, she was born Janet Raye Osier on April 28, 1943 in Valley City, ND. She married Dallas McElhannon in May 1978. She was a hard worker, enjoyed the simpler things in life, and most recently enjoyed serving the wonderful folks at the Alpine House in Joseph. Her consistent and devoted prayer life kept her close to her savior and served as an example to many who knew her.
Janet was the loving wife of Dallas McElhannon, mother of Cynthia, Joie, and Ray. Sister to Joyce and Jackie. Adoring grandmother of JR, Brock, Devon, and Gracie. She was preceded in death by her granddaughter Cassie, and leaves behind many nieces and nephews, great nephews and nieces, cousins, and many friends.
Wallowa County Chieftain – April 10, 2008