Irma "Jeanette" Goudreau

With deep sorrow and heavy hearts, we announce the passing of beloved mother and friend, Irma "Jeanette" Goudreau, on Saturday, February 1, 2025, in Kankakee, IL. She was born on February 3, 1940, in Palmer, Illinois, to Floyd “Pat” Baggett and Nora (Spires) Baggett. She married E. Stephen (Sam) Goudreau in November of 1983. Her memory will be lovingly cherished by her 3 daughters; Cheryl (Eric) LeClair, of Swansboro, NC, Susan (Adam) Munday of Kankakee, IL, and Kim (Roger) Juneau of Destrehan, Louisiana; son David (Kim) Frailey of Altamont; 7 beloved grandchildren, Jessica (Smith), Ulmer (Gonzales, LA), Billy Sharp, Alyse Sharp, Cody Frailey, Devin Frailey, Chris Juneau, Patrick Goudreau; 8 cherished great-grandchildren; 1 sister, Virginia McNutt; 2 brothers, Cecil Baggett, Raymond Baggett. She was preceded in death by her loving husband, E. Stephen (Sam) Goudreau; son, Jon Goudreau of Stockton, California; grandson Jon Juneau of Destrehan, Louisiana. Many good friends and memories were made when Jeanette resided with her young family in Altorf, lL. She loved gardening, both flowers and vegetables. She also was an avid morel mushroom hunter each spring. Jeanette worked at Tholen’s Garden Center in Bourbonnais for many years during the garden season. Jeanette was a fighter and was a two-time survivor of breast cancer. Jeanette's warmth, kindness, unforgettable smile, and sense of humor will be deeply missed but never forgotten. May she rest in peace. She graced our lives with her vibrant spirit and caring heart. In honor of her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation rites have been accorded by Jensen Funeral Services in Kankakee, IL. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to: Catholic Charities, 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL 60902 (815)933-7791. “When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure”.