Janet Lee Heyden, 86, of Davenport died Friday, Oct. 4, 2019, at her home. A visitation was held Oct. 6 at Bentley Funeral Home in Durant. The funeral service was held on Oct. 7 at the funeral home. Burial took place in Durant Cemetery.
A memorial fund has been established. Online condolences may be left at www.bentleyfuneralhome.com
Janet was born on March 6, 1933, the daughter of Carl (Julia) Barton in Muscatine. She was raised by Carl and Violet after her mom’s death at the age of 8. She graduated from Muscatine High School with the class of 1951. Janet married John H. Heyden on July 27, 1957 in Muscatine.
Janet worked as an operator for Northwestern Bell Telephone Company and babysat in her home for many years. Janet enjoyed playing cards, especially Cribbage, with her husband. She also enjoyed playing Bingo and was an avid sports fan.
Janet is survived by her husband John, daughter Jennifer Sawyer, and son Wayne (Ruby) Blieu, both of Muscatine; six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and five great-great grandchildren.
Janet was preceded in death by her parents and one brother, Donald Barton.
