Mildred "Loretta" Schenck-Janik

Mildred "Loretta" Schenck-Janik passed away on October 9, 2026 after a long and fulfilled life at the age of 101.

Loretta was the eldest daughter of James and Goldie Hackworth of Camden, Ohio, born August 8, 1925. She resided with her husband Aaron "Eddie" Schenck at their farm on Wayne Madison Road in Trenton, Ohio for many years. Eddie preceded her in death in 1989. Loretta then moved to Bradenton/Sarasota area of Florida where she resided and met her second husband Francis "Frank" Janik, who preceded her in death in 2014. Loretta always said she was so lucky to have been married to two good men especially since they both could dance. Music and dancing were always loved by Loretta.

She also had two beautiful sisters, Marjorie (Don) Fisher and Juanita (Gene) Blakely. In addition, she had three wonderful sisters-in-laws. Anna (Adolph) McCormick, Clara (Charles) Bogan, and Ruth (Scott) Banks. All of whom have preceded her in death. 

Loretta is survived by her daughter, Bonnie L. (Randy) Deer and son, James "Jim" Aaron (Marcia) Schenck. She had two grandchildren, Nichola Sarris and Aaron Lee (Brooke) Schenck; Two great-grandchildren, Benson Hughes and Caleb Schenck (Grace Klitsch, fiancé); two great, great, grandchildren, Emmersyn Erin Schenck and Colton Oliver Schenck. She also had numerous and loving niece and nephews.

There will be a private graveside ceremony with the family and a celebration of life to be announced later.