Lauren Duski and Janis Duski.Photo:Lauren Duski/instagram
Lauren Duski/instagram
The Voiceseason 12 runner-upLauren Duskiis speaking out afterher mom Janis' death at age 59last Friday.
Tuscarora Township Police Department confirms to PEOPLE that Janis was found alone and deceased in her car after a gunshot wound to the chest. The case is under investigation.
Janis Duski.Lauren Duski/instagram
Lauren explained that Janis “offered her entire being” to anyone who entered her life and went above and beyond to show people “how wonderful and special” they were.
“She set the bar above the moon. She adored her family and her grandchildren. She was an endless dreamer. brilliant. an absolute powerhouse,” added the musician.
She then detailed some of Janis' accomplishments: excelling in dental school, serving as a U.S. Air Force captain and helping launch “theWolverine Patriot Projectalongside the University of Michigan School of Dentistry and made it her mission to provide oral health care to disabled and homeless Michigan military veterans.”
Lauren Duski in New York City in November 2019.Steven Ferdman/Getty
Steven Ferdman/Getty
Janis earned the nickname “Yoda” for displaying “endless wisdom, energy, wit and humor,” Lauren wrote. “She was selfless in every way. She never quit.”
“Mom, you are infinitely loved. I will miss you every second of every day,” she continued. “I still don’t know how the hell I’m supposed to do this without you. I will thank God every day for our 32 years together and see you you every time I look in that mirror.”
“If you’re struggling, do not be ashamed. Do not be ashamed. Do not be ashamed. Your mental health is nothing to be ashamed of and neither is talking about it,” wrote the former reality singing competition show contestant. “We are all trying to navigate this beautiful, messy life. I’ve learned that even the strongest humans have a breaking point. Be patient and gentle with yourself.”
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“You never know the true impact you have on those around you,” she wrote. “I love you, mom. Forever. May you rest in glorious peace.”
If you or someone you know needs mental health help, text “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 to be connected to a certified crisis counselor.
source: people.com
