Janaan K. Pauly (Thompson), 88, of Davenport, passed away unexpectedly at her home on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Blue Grass. A private burial will be held at Davenport Memorial Park.

Janaan was born on May 15, 1938, in Dubuque, Iowa, the cherished daughter of Elmer and Alo Thompson. It was in Dubuque where she met the love of her life, Thomas Pauly. The couple was united in holy matrimony on September 4, 1960, and shared a lifetime of love and devotion.

Janaan dedicated her life to her family as a homemaker. She poured her heart and soul into creating a warm, nurturing environment for her family. She loved interior decorating and took great pride in tending to her yard. Above all, Janaan loved her family fiercely. Her greatest joy was hosting holidays, gathering her loved ones under one roof to share in laughter, love, and beautiful traditions. Her warmth, hospitality, and vibrant spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Janaan is survived by her beloved husband, Thomas; children, Pennie (Tom) Sierra and Ted (Amy) Pauly; grandchildren, Candace Watt, Staci Clevenger, Connor (Cassidy) Pauly, Collin Pauly, Phiona Pauly, and Francesca Pauly; and great-grandchildren, Autumn, Hayden, Stella, and Luci.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Elmer and Alo, and her sister, Sheila Dolan.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Janaan’s name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a cause close to her heart.