JANET E. BAMESBERGER
Janet Elaine (DeMay) Bamesberger, age 93, passed peacefully to her eternal home on Friday, October 23, 2026.
Janet was the firstborn of Hal and Martha (Jones) DeMay on September 22, 1933. In her early years her family lived in Danbury, NE, later farming near Cedar Bluffs, KS. Janet graduated from Oberlin, KS high school in 1951, then later graduated from Lincoln School of Commerce, Lincoln, NE. Desiring to live closer to her family, Janet became employed by the Bureau of Reclamation at the Indianola POW camp where she met her future husband Dale. Janet married Dale Aurther Bamesberger on August 5, 1956. They resided together on their farm southeast of Indianola celebrating 63 years of marriage until Dale’s passing in 2020 after which Janet continued living on the farm her remaining years. Janet and Dale enjoyed round dancing and square dancing in the early years, later developing their round dance techniques to teach others and Janet would que the dances. Janet was the ultimate homemaker, mother of four children and supportive of farm life, 4-H and active with her church at Peace Lutheran. She utilized her many talents as an expert gardener, cook, seamstress, crafter, furniture refinisher to name a few.
In 1981 Janet discovered the art of quilting. This new passion resulted in many beautiful quilts and wall hangings over the next 45 years. She gave quilt programs, taught classes, and mentored others, developing many special friendships. McCook Community College hosted several quilt shows featuring her students. She retired from teaching quilt classes at MCC after 10 years at the age of 80. Janet was a joyful believer in Jesus as her savior. Her kindness and generosity to her family and community were a testament to her faith leaving an imprint on many.
Preceding her in death was her husband, Dale Bamesberger; parents, Hal and Martha (Jones) DeMay; brother, William (Bill) DeMay; brother- in-law, Daniel Grubb and sister-in-law, Diane DeMay.
Janet is survived by her children: Joanne (Steve) Perea of Ozark AR, Phillip (Janice) Bamesberger of Indianola, NE, Marcie (Todd) Barnes of Weldon Spring, MO and Matthew(Barbara) Bamesberger of St. Paul, NE; siblings: Jodi Grubb of Conroe TX, Kathy (Frank) Felix of LaHabra CA, Robert DeMay of Mesa AZ and Carolyn (Steve) Richards of Lee Summit, MO; 11 grandchildren and 22 great grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 30, 2026 at Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel in McCook from 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Janet’s family will be present to greet friends from 5:00 PM 7:00 PM.
Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 AM on Saturday morning, October 31, 2026 at Peace Lutheran Church in McCook with Pastor Lonnie Felcher officiating. Burial in Trinity Lutheran Cemetery in rural Red Willow County will follow services.
Memorials are suggested to the family of Janet Bamesberger for future designation. Online condolences may be left at herrmannfh.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Herrmann-Jones Funeral Chapel of McCook.
