Janice Mae Bjorklun

Janice Mae (Livingston) Bjorklun was born April 1, 1938 to Ernest and Irene (Dinsmore) Livingston. 

A graduate of Haxtun High school in 1956, she was a lifelong resident of Haxtun, Colorado.

She attended Colorado A & M in Fort Collins.  Jan married August Bjorklun on November 16, 1957.  They had two girls Tamara and Patsy.  She was active in her community being a 4H leader, a member of PEO, church organist, music teacher, United Methodist Women, and Lion’s Club Member.  Her career as Treasurer and City Clerk for the Town of Haxtun spanned  twenty-five years. Jan played organ for the Brethren Church throughout her high school years, and then for the Methodist Church in Haxtun for over fifty years.  Volunteering at the nursing home, Jan often played music for the residents. She was known for her musical abilities teaching many young people in the community to play both the piano and organ. 

Jan was awarded the “The Quiet Disciple Award” along with her husband, from the Haxtun Methodist Church where she was a member for 48 years.

Jan was instrumental in writing grants, making presentations and raising funds to build the Haxtun Community Center. The building of the center was a highlight in her career while employed by the Town of Haxtun.

Jan was known for being an avid reader and painter. She was owner and operated the Hobby Hut for several years and taught ceramic classes.  She painted Nativity sets for many family members and friends.  She loved Columbines and hummingbirds.  Her grandchildren and great-grandchild were the joy of her life. Her famous birthday and holiday boxes were highly anticipated arrivals throughout the family!

Jan is survived by August, her husband of 59 years; daughter Tamara Allen and husband Jay Dove Creek Colorado; daughter Patsy Burenheide and husband Gary of Johnstown; Sister Shirley Inge and husband Bill of Medford, Oregon; Grandchildren Grant Allen of Dove Creek, Colorado, Natasha Allen and Jade Huskey of Cahone, Colorado, Kyle Burenheide and Brandii Burenheide of Johnstown, Colorado; Great-grandson Braxten Newkirk of Cahone, Colorado; numerous nieces, nephews, and family friends.

Janice was preceded in death by her parents Ernest and Irene Livingston, and Sister Judy Kain.

She entered eternal life on February 24, 2017 due to complications from a vehicle accident at Northern Colorado Medical Center.

Funeral Services will be February 28, 2017 at the Haxtun United Methodist Church at 10:00 am. with Pastor Jeri Soens officiating.  Interment will follow at the Haxtun Cemetery.  Baucke Funeral Home directed the service.

Memorial Contributions may be made Janice’s memory to The Haxtun United Methodist Church, Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation of America, or the charity of your choice.