Janet Marie Ross, 78, of Newtown, longtime resident of Danbury, passed away on Monday, January 11.

Janet is survived by her husband of 57 years, Bob, and their four sons: Bobby Ross and his wife, Karen; Jeff Ross and his wife, Tina; Steven Ross; and Jimmy Ross and his wife, Marissa. Janet is also survived by seven grandchildren: Anthony, Alison, Cole, Tate, Eme, Olivia, and Julianna; as well as two brothers; Joe and Rich Daone.

Due to the COVID 19 restrictions affecting all of us at this time, a private funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday, January 15, 2021 at 11 am at St Joseph Church, Brookfield. There will be no calling hours and interment will be held privately.

For funeral livestream information or to leave a condolence for the family, please visit jowdykanefuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Cancer Society at cancer.org.