Janet E Penrose-Roland

Janet Elaine Penrose-Roland, 75 Passed away unexpectedly on March 26th in Wentzville, MO. She was born in Kansas City, MO and resided in Pleasant Hill Missouri in the early years. The family moved to Warrensburg, MO when she was about 8 years old and her brother Craig was one. She lived there until college which she attended CMSU there in town. While in Warrensburg her parents Newton and Doris Sechrest ran the Kansas City Star route.

Jan, she was preferred to be called by, was a very sweet beloved, Wife, Mother, Grandmother and Great grandma.

She is survived by her daughter Shelley Penrose Pittman, son-in-law Austin Pittman and her son Brett Penrose all of Blue Springs, MO. Grandchildren- Kayla Best, fiancé Danny Bowers and her 3 great grandchildren Brody, Oliver, and Walter Bowers- of Independence MO- Arielle Best and fiancé Grant Broadwater of Overland Park, KS- Courtney Allison, husband Jordan Allison of Killeen, TX- John Pittman of Independence.

She is also survived by her husband Bill Roland and his children, Bill Roland Jr, Wendy Conway, Terry Holloran and Shaun and his husband JT Sparks. Grandchildren include- Corey Conway, Carin Daume, Chris Kleb & Stephanie Wade, Jeffrey and Heather Holloran, Jackie Holloran & Dustin Jackson,

Nicholas Holloran, Billy Roland III and Baylee Roland, Bryan Roland, Jessica Roland,

Alexis & Willie Seyler. Great grandchildren-Jemma Seyler, Jacklyn Seyler, Justin Seyler, Jaylinn Roland, Lillian Holloran, Aaden Holloran, Scotty Holloran, Madison Holloran, Ryder Kleb, Able Holloran, Taia Wade, Mila Wade, and Jase Lowrey.

Jan graduated from Warrensburg HS and then went to CMSU for her associates in business to become an executive secretary. There she met Terry Penrose in bowling class and they were married in 1969. She worked at the Catholic College in Atchison until Shelley was born and they moved to Columbus, Indiana. There they were active in the Christian Church, Welcome Wagon, and a couples bowling team. While there near Indianapolis, Terry completed his MBA while going through chemo and after beating cancer they moved to Fort. Wayne Indiana when Shelley was 8. In Fort Wayne, Jan started work at Owens Corning Fiberglass when Shelley started school. They were also active in Gourmet Club where they experimented with so many different recipes and food while having fellowship. The family was active at the United Methodist Church in Fort Wayne, where Dad was an usher and Mom helped with the nursery. Her greatest calling besides making wonderful food was children. She worked until they were able to adopt Brett their miracle baby in 1992 as they always wanted more children. Soon after Brett was born Terry relocated the family in San Antonio, Texas to start a new job. There Jan set up her home for her family as she always made every home the best place to be. This included her cooking. Everyone knew or found out that she made the best cakes, pies, cookies and dinners. She was the amazing homemaker! Her house was always clean and tidy and ready for guests. She loved her time with her family as it expanded and always sent out cards and gifts to let them know they are thought of and loved.

After several happy years together traveling and seeing family; In 2010 Terry Penrose passed a few years after they had moved to O’ Fallen, MO.

In 2013 Jan met Bill Roland and they became the best of friends almost instantly. They were Married on May 24th 2014 and stayed in the St. Louis area near family. Through understanding and empathy of what each other had lost they would do everything to build a beautiful life together. They enjoyed the time with their families but more importantly to be a loving companion to each other.

Jan was a mother so very rare, content in her home and always there, On earth she toiled, in Heaven she rests, God bless you mother you were one of the best.

“Mother’s Hands” – Marian Jones

Hands that rocked the cradle

From the moment of my birth,

Their tender touch remembered

By those still here on Earth.

Soft as silk those hands

That taught me how to pray,

Banishing childhood fears;

They soothed each one away.

When I grew much older

And troubles came my way,

Those hands caressing mine

Did more than words could say.

Mother’s hands were gentle,

They’re missed so very much,

I’d give the world to feel once more

Their warm and tender touch.

Those hands were full of comfort

Now they lie at rest,

But memories hold them close

To the ones they served the best.

A visitation for Janet will be held Monday, April 1, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Floral Hills Funeral Home and Cemetery, 7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64133. A funeral service will occur Monday, April 1, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, 7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64133. A graveside service will occur Monday, April 1, 2024 from 3:00 PM to 3:30 PM, 7000 BLUE RIDGE BLVD, KANSAS CITY, MO 64133.