Janet A. Fullmer

Janet A. Fullmer of Caro, age 82, passed away on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. Jan was born May 18, 1939 in Caro, the daughter of the late Willis LeRoy & Helen (Hudson) Beecher. She grew up in Caro and attended country school through the sixth grade. She transferred to public school in the seventh grade where she met "city-slicker," Dick Fullmer, in homeroom. The couple dated in high school, before either could drive, and graduated together in 1957. The high school sweethearts wed on June 11, 1966 at the Caro Methodist Church and have celebrated fifty-five years of loving marriage since. Following their wedding, Jan and Dick lived in Chicago for a brief time before moving to Big Rapids where Jan earned a degree in cosmetology from Ferris State University. They later moved to East Lansing where both attended school and Jan would earn her master's in education, attending school in the evening and running a beauty shop during the day. Following the birth of their two daughters, Jan and Dick returned to their roots and purchased the Fullmer homestead in Caro. On that same property, she opened Jan's Beauty Cottage, a Caro institution that has served clients for over forty years. Jan will be remembered as an incredibly hard worker and unstoppable force in the community, but she was a mother first. Despite a demanding work schedule and civic involvement, breakfast was served every morning, and dinner ready every evening. She was a talented hair stylist but remained in the profession for the people more than anything. Jan was a devout MSU fan, member of the Tuscola County MSU Alumni Association, and spectator at as many MSU sporting events as she could. She also actively assisted many community organizations including the Caro Lions Club, Caro Rotary Club, Tuscola County Relay for Life, and the Tuscola County Fair Board. Her absence will be felt by family, friends, and community for generations. Left to cherish Jan's memory are her husband, Dick Fullmer of Caro; two daughters, Debbie Sue Fullmer of Lansing, Bobbie Sue Fullmer of Caro; five siblings; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by four siblings. In keeping with Jan's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at the Caro United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Anthony Tomasino officiating. The family will be present to receive friends at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 12:00 p.m. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider memorial contributions to the Tuscola County MSU Alumni Association or the Thumb Area Assault Crisis Center in Caro. Visitation Information Date: Thursday, January 20, 2022 Time: 10:00 am End Time: 12:00 pm Caro United Methodist Church Address: 989-673-2246 | Map The family will be present to receive friends at the church on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at 12:00 p.m. Service Information Date: Thursday, January 20, 2022 Time: 12:00 pm Caro United Methodist Church Address: 989-673-2246 | Map A memorial service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 20, 2022 at the Caro United Methodist Church with Rev. Dr. Anthony Tomasino officiating.