The Big Sandy Mountaineer -

Janet Lynn (Foussard) Baca, 69, passed away November 23, 2019, in Pueblo, CO from Mixed Dementia (Alzheimer's and vascular lesions of the frontal lobe). At her request, cremation has taken place. No services are planned at this time. Jan was born April 3, 1950, in Havre, MT, to Arthur and Alma Foussard and joined siblings, Judy, Carol and Charlie at the family home in Big Sandy, MT. After her father passed in 1953, her mother married Harley Hurd and her family grew with sisters Deanna, Jane and Rita and brother Robin.

Jan graduated from Big Sandy High School in 1968. Following graduation, she moved to Denver, CO to attend flight attendant school. She met and married Antonio Baca on September 6, 1969, and together they raised their three children, AJ, Brandon and Shari. They lived in Denver for many years until Jan's illness needed further assistance. She and Tony moved to Pueblo to spend the last few years of her life where she was given the medical attention she needed. Jan will always be remembered for her love of life, her infectious smile, and her jovial personality. She will be forever missed by her loving family and friends.

Jan was preceded in death by her daughter Shari Baca; grandson Joseph Finn; parents, Arthur Foussard and Harley and Alma Hurd; and sister Judy Foussard. Jan is survived by husband, Antonio Baca; sons AJ (Sherry) Baca and Brandon (Sheila) Baca; grandchildren Anthony Baca, Jacob Baca, Ashley Baca, Jordyn Finn, Jason Baca, Kiana Baca, Brandon Baca and Nick Baca; numerous great grandchildren; brothers Charlie Foussard and Robin Hurd; sisters Carol Peck, Deanna Genereux, Jane Schwartz and Rita Robertson; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.