Obituaries
Janet M. Powers
Jan devoted 45 years of her life to Lauralton Hall, where she began her career as a dedicated mathematics teacher.
Janet M. Powers, age 69, of Milford, passed away on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Jan was born in Broomall, Pennsylvania, on July 28, 1957, to the late William and Carole A. Powers. She moved to Connecticut with her family at a young age and attended Lauralton Hall in Milford. She went on to earn her Master’s Degree in Teaching from Sacred Heart University.
Jan devoted 45 years of her life to Lauralton Hall, where she began her career as a dedicated mathematics teacher. Throughout her remarkable tenure, she went on to serve as Mathematics Department Head and later as Academic Dean. Jan’s passion for education, commitment to academic excellence, and genuine care for her students left a lasting impression on generations of young women. Over the years, she formed countless friendships with colleagues and students alike, becoming a cherished member of the Lauralton Hall community. Jan was honored with the Reverend Cornelius J. Doherty Distinguished Service Award at Lauralton which recognizes devoted faculty and staff members who have generously given of themselves through outstanding service to the Lauralton Hall community. Her dedication, kindness, and the many lives she touched will be remembered for years to come.
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Jan was someone you could always count on. Her wisdom, quiet strength, warmth, and wonderful sense of humor made her a steady and reassuring presence for so many of us. She had a way of working tirelessly behind the scenes, always thoughtful, always humble, and always putting the needs of the school and its students first. Her commitment to her colleagues, her genuine care for our students, and her deep love for Lauralton were evident in everything she did.
Jan leaves behind her longtime best friend and confidante, Marguerite Raymo of Milford, who shared many years of treasured friendship with her.
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Family and friends may call on Monday, November 30, 2026, from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at THE GREGORY F. DOYLE FUNERAL HOME, 291 Bridgeport Avenue, Milford. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. in Saint Gabriel Church, Milford. Interment will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Janet’s memory to The Academy of Our Lady of Mercy Lauralton Hall. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.gregoryfdoylefuneralhome.com.
