The Holden Police Department is mourning the loss of one of their own.

Janet L. Bourget, 45, a retired police officer and respected member of the community, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, following a sudden brain aneurysm, according to her obituary. 

Bourget’s family has scheduled calling hours on Jan.  6 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St. in Holden. Her funeral service will be held Jan. 7 at 11 a.m. at Heritage Bible Chapel in Princeton.

She was described as a “beloved sister’’ and a “coach, and true friend to so many in the community. Her kindness, dedication, and strength touched countless lives, and she always put others before herself.’’

Her loss is the second in four months for the family. Her father, Albert “Al’’ Bourget, died Aug. 25, 2025.

Like his daughter, he worked for the Holden Police Department, where he served from 1974 until his retirement in 2011.

The family is asking those who wish to assist the family during this difficult time to consider a financial contribution. A GoFundMe fundraiser has been started to help raise money following this sudden loss just months after the family’s father passed away.

Donations can be made via the link below: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-janets-family-after-double-loss