Janine was the beloved daughter of Karen Beauchemin of Kitchener and Dan Beauchemin of Bruderheim, Alberta. She will be sadly missed by her younger brother Scott, her partner Mozes Magyar and most especially her adorable daughter Hazel. Janine was adored by grandparents Wally and Milly Threndyle in Listowel, and Jacques and Marguerite Beauchemin in Bonnyville, Alberta.
Janine Beauchemin was beloved by everyone she met. A family friend commented “Janine was certainly one of a kind and they broke the mould with her.” She was just the sweetest, kindest, gentlest soul, giving of her time and energy. Janine had so much love to give. A neighbour would hang a “it's my birthday” banner and she would ask to go to the store to get them a gift. Her mom relayed conversations with an elderly couple suffering back pain: she would research and purchase products on Amazon and put them in their mailbox with a sweet note, left unsigned because she didn’t need to be thanked.
She had quite the sense of humour - some of her friends have saved texts and anecdotes that still have them laughing to this day. For years to come when they get together, it will be “Do you remember when Janine said…”
Janine was unreservedly the world’s best mother. Never was a little girl more adored, treasured and cuddled. Her mom can attest to the busy social schedule that Hazel had, driving them daily to play groups, parks, library, indoor playgrounds, to visit friends, out for ice cream, to the beach or zoo.
Her courage, determination, and strength of spirit in the face of a long arduous illness was commendable. She rarely complained. Regardless of whether she was exhausted and in pain, she managed “remote education” over the computer for Hazel’s first year of school in junior kindergarten. Amazon boxes arrived on a regular basis filled with educational toys and learning material, and Hazel’s room was equipped with a whiteboard, easel, laminator, pretty much everything they’d have in “actual school.”
Janine was super creative with impressive artistic talent. She liked painting ceramics, pen and ink drawing, and crocheted beautiful hats. Prior to her illness she enjoyed bike riding, camping, escape rooms, rock climbing and many outdoor activities.
Although at times a little shy, she was so outgoing and enjoyed a circle of friends in truly astounding numbers. According to her mom, Janine’s friends are just the most incredible group ever, without qualification. They would lift her spirits with their texts and plans for visits, outings, and a wide variety of activities. Janine became much less reserved as months went by and just sought out joy wherever it could be found. Friends were happy to fill entire rooms at the Police Association building to celebrate both Janine and Hazel, and one would need a few vehicles to carry home gifts.
Janine has always been a hard worker. Her first job at the age of 12 involved getting on a 6 am bus to north Waterloo to babysit unruly little boys while their parents went to work. She worked as a waitress at Joey’s Only Seafood, Swiss Chalet, Topper’s Pizza, KFC, Pioneer BBQ, bartended and waitressed at weddings and other events catered by the Italian Cortina Club. Janine sold lessons and rented equipment at Chicopee Ski Club. She helped her father clean out townhouse units after they were vacated by students, and even painted rooms.
She enjoyed field hockey and drama events at Cameron Heights. She went on to achieve a diploma in the field of Biotechnology Technician at Conestoga College, diligently managing a lab for a business that manufactured industrial lubricants in north Waterloo. She was designated as their Safety Coordinator, attending seminars and St. John Ambulance courses.
One of her greatest joys and sources of pride was her eventual hiring for a civilian position with the Waterloo Regional Police Service in their Records Branch: “Mama was so proud.” She worked incredibly hard to master the job requirements which included transcribing of officers’ reports. The subject matter was at times disturbing or unsettling, but she loved her job with all her heart. Her coworkers and fellow members of the Police Service as a whole were so important to her and enriched her life beyond measure. She commented to her mom that she would go to work even if they didn’t pay her. She was the first to volunteer to help with various charitable campaigns.
Friends and family alike will agree that it was a privilege to know her. Her loving, generous, vivacious spirit will remain in all our hearts.
Cremation has taken place. Janine’s family will receive relatives and friends at Westmount Memorial Celebration Centre, 1001 Ottawa St. S., Kitchener, (519-743-8900), on Wednesday, August 4, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. The service will also be viewable through live stream which you can join by clicking https://funeraweb.tv/diffusions/c3f34f2e-23fc-4471-a191-f8ba7b454656
As expressions of sympathy, you are welcome to contribute toward the purchase of a memorial bench which the Beauchemin family will place on their property (email: [email protected]). Online condolences at www.westmountfuneralchapel.com
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