Service Information
Janice M. Hlavka, age 76, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at her home in Hutchinson.
Memorial Service will be Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020, at 1:00 PM at Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Appropriate social distancing guidelines will be followed.
Masks requested (not required).
Obituary
Janice Mae Hlavka was born on August 20, 1943, in Hutchinson, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Otto and Dorothea (Schultz) Rath. Janice was baptized as an infant on September 12, 1943, and was later confirmed in her faith as a youth on April 14, 1957 both at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota. She received her education in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota, and was a graduate of the Buffalo Lake High School Class of 1961. Janice furthered her education for one year at the New Ulm School of Practical Nursing.
On October 6, 1962, Janice was united in marriage to LeRoy Hlavka at Zion Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake. This marriage was blessed with three daughters, Pamela, Kimberly, and Michelle. Janice and LeRoy resided in Olivia, Minnesota, and later made their home in Hutchinson in 1963. They shared 57 years of marriage.
Janice held several positions during her 13 years of employment at Hutchinson Public Schools. She retired in 1997. Janice also sold Avon products for many years.
Janice was an active member of Faith Lutheran Church in Hutchinson where she was the head of the Ladies Aid and also taught Sunday school.
Janice enjoyed traveling and was able to visit Europe, Australia, Hawaii and many more places. Her favorite place to visit was Hawaii in which she traveled to for 25 plus years. Janice was a wonderful cook and was always giving her family treats. She enjoyed being at her Lake Minnie-Belle cabin every weekend and entertaining her family there. Janice cherished the time spent with her children and grandchildren.
Janice passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at her home in Hutchinson, at the age of 76 years.
Blessed be her memory.
Janice is survived by her:
Husband, LeRoy Hlavka of Hutchinson, MN;
Daughters, Pamela Hlavka of Woodbury, MN,
Kimberly Mraz and her husband, Daniel, of Hutchinson, MN,
Michelle Inselmann and her husband, Dale, of Hutchinson, MN;
Grandchildren, Nicole Lingbeek and her husband, Mitch, of Buffalo, MN,
Joshua Mraz and his significant other, Amanda Caven, of Fernando, MN,
Jacob Inselmann of Hutchinson, MN,
Caleb Inselmann of Hutchinson, MN;
Sisters, Genevieve Leske and her husband, Marlo, of Buffalo Lake, MN,
Alice Osland of Lamberton, MN;
Brother-In-Law, Joseph Hlavka of Minnetonka, MN;
Many other relatives and friends
Janice is preceded in death by her Parents, Otto and Dorothea Rath and Brother-In-Law, Jerome Hlavka.
Judy Eckerman says
Oh my gosh. I am totally
caught off guard. I am having
trouble believing this.
Class of BLHS 1961.
I am so sorry to her family for her loss. My thoughts and
Prayers are with you.
Larry D. Stuber says
I am totally in shock after seeing on Facebook that Janice passed away. Janice and I go back alot of years. Leroy I am so sorry and my heart goes out to you. May God help comfort you in the days to come.
Nancy French says
Leroy, we are so sad to hear about Janice. Our hearts ache for you as you go through this trying and difficult time. We think about the times the four of us took fishing trips to Canada and the fun we had up there. No one can take away memories, and we pray they will give you comfort. God bless you.
Jim and Nancy French
Amanda Gilbertson says
Deepest condolences. So sorry for your loss.
Joe, Amanda, Gabe, Griffin and Holly Gilbertson
Kris Farenbaugh says
Leroy and family
So Sorry for your loss.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kris Farenbaugh
Ashley & Tyler Buresh
Amy & Geoff Hansen
Karen Miller Sapp says
Our deepest condolences to the family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Leroy you and your family are in my prayers.
Jeannie Tessmer says
Leroy and family,
So sorry to hear of Janice’s passing. I will always remember that she was the first to come and welcome me to the neighborhood. Such a kind lady. Gone way too soon. Jeannie Tessmer
Brenda Scheer says
Our sympathy to the family. Janice was a wonderful lady with a smile for everyone.
Steve and Verlyce French says
LeRoy and family,
Sincere sympathy to the Hlavka family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Holly Hotovec says
Sending my sympathies to your family. Jan was my Avon lady for many years when we lived in Hutchinson. I always looked forward to her stopping by my house with all of the new Avon products! We had many good visits ?
Barb Johnson Portele says
My deepest sympathy to Leroy and family.
Cheryl Buboltz says
LeRoy and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Jan’s passing. She was such a friendly lady and always had a smile on her face. You have my deepest sympathy.
Leslie J Plath says
So sorry to hear of your moms passing. Our sympathies to all of you during this time of grieving.
Marlys Enger says
Leroy & girls: I am so sorry to hear of janice’s passing to heaven. We had good times together with barb & Jerry years ago. I would have come to her celebration of life had I known. This path through grief and loss is long as I have found loosing Don, the love of my life for 55 years. Prayer, family, friends & God help. Marlys Enger
Marlys Enger says
Leroy & girls: I am so sorry to hear of janice’s passing to heaven. We had good times together with barb & Jerry years ago. I would have come to her celebration of life had I known. This path through grief and loss is long as I have found loosing Don, the love of my life for 55 years. Prayer, family, friends & God help. Marlys Enger
Barbara Degn says
LeRoy & Family, Deepest condolences. God bless you and comfort you during this time of sorrow and great loss.