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Andrzej Puchacz
January 10, 2018
It is still very sad, but good memories of our meetings will stay forever.
Judith Barr
January 9, 2018
I think of Janeen almost every day. What a kind and dear person and cherished friend!
gretel wittke
August 15, 2016
I knew Janeen many years ago. She was my neighbor while I lived in Chicago in the 80's. We were also travel directors together. I am so sorry to hear of her passing. If anyone is willing to write me about her more recent life, it would be so welcome. Anyway, blessings to a beautiful soul.
Gretel
Donald Tarnasky
June 9, 2016
I attended the St. Olaf College reunion last week and was hoping to see Janeen again. She was one of my better friends and we had so much fun when I attended the 25th reunion.
I was saddened to see her name listed with the deceased. This explains my failed attempts to contact her during the past few years. I sent Christmas cards and called whenever I happened to transfer planes at the Chicago airport.
She had such pretty thick blond hair and bright smile. I envied her exciting travels. I expect she is part of the welcoming committee and giving tours of heaven.
March 12, 2016
All still missing you on your birthday yesterday, and its almost 5 years ago now but feeling more like last week right now. Miss you and hope you are at peace.
Wish I had made it back sooner to help you. With love,
Bill
Judy (Williams) Farrell
February 9, 2012
I was sad to learn of Janeen's death from the St. Olaf magazine. We shared a birthday, a college major, a room during our term in Avignon, France and my first trip to Hawaii. Such fond memories.
Barb (Oliver) Horton
November 14, 2011
I was deeply saddened to just find out about the loss of a dearly loved friend. We were campers together and even though we didn't see each other often, when we did it was if there had been no time lapse whatsoever. My deepest sympathy to her family!
With love -
Alexander Nickolov
October 23, 2011
We were deeply shocked to hear from AHI manager in Vidin, Bulgaria that we will never met our wonderful Janeen again. She was the best Chicago tour guide we have seen and the most professional cruise manager. It is hard to believe she will not be talking and smiling to us. Dear Karen and beloved parents of Janeen, we are sure that she will always be present invisibly for her passion about welfare of others was unbelievable! Dear Janeen, we will always love you and think of you as part of our past and future life!God bless your delicate and humanist soul!!! Balkantours: Albena, Alexander and the little Alex who loves Janeen and whom she has given great candies and other presents
Albena Darakchieva
October 23, 2011
We were deeply shocked to hear from AHI manager in Vidin, Bulgaria that we will never met our wonderful Janeen again. She was the best Chicago tour guide we have seen and the most professional cruise manager. It is hard to believe she will not be talking and smiling to us. Dear Karen and beloved parents of Janeen, we are sure that she will always be present invisibly for her passion about welfare of others was unbelievable! Dear Janeen, we will always love you and think of you as part of our past and future life!God bless your delicate and humanist soul!!! Balkantours: Albena, Alexander and the little Alex who loves Janeen and whom she has given great candies and other presents
Albena Darakchieva
October 23, 2011
We were deeply shocked to understand about Janeen's sudden death at a trip of AHI in Vidin, Bulgaria. She was not only the best tour guide and cruise manager I have met but a wonderful person who showed to us her beautiful Chicago in a tour not many people have experienced. Dear Janeen we know that it is only physical absence and you invisibly will be felt around us for we love you so much. Our deep sympathy to her beloved relatives. God bless you, our friend and let the angels hug you for us!!! Albena, Alexander Nickolov, Alexander the little one who loves Janeen very much!!! Vidin and Ruse Towns, Bulgaria
Turgut Kayarci
July 11, 2011
I met Janeen, this beautiful person with her lovely smiles in Karlsruhe/Germany at 70s. As a girl friend of my closest friend she impressed all of us. I'm very shocked to hear that we lost her forever.
My deepest condolences to her family.
We'll miss her smile.
June 10, 2011
My deepest condolences to Janeen's family. We will all keep wonderful memories of Janeen. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Enrique Trave, AHI Travel Director
Cookie Svingos
June 8, 2011
I remember your daughter as a beautiful,bright, thoughtful and friendly (young) woman. I am so sorry for your loss.
Your former across the street
Foxdale neighbors.
Cookie (and Jim) Svingos
Connie Geocaris
June 8, 2011
I have great memories of Janeen. She and I were the only tall girls in our grade and I stood next to her in many class photos. I also have pictures of her at my 12th birthday I'll try and post. I'm so so sad to hear of her passing.
Bob Benedict
June 3, 2011
To all Janeen's family and friends, we extend our deepest sympathy and prayers during this time of great loss.
panarte
June 3, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Janeen's family on her loss. We couldn't believe when we learned about it. She will always be in our minds as the warm and cheerful person she was.
Thank you Janeen for many unforgettable memories and for your professionalism and confidence at our common work.
Pia Imoehl, Gerhard Trojanek & Nicola Hermsmeier
May 31, 2011
Please accept my sympathy for your lost.May family and friends be comforted by the wonderful promise at Rev 21:4 "And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and DEATH will be no more,neither mourning nor out cry nor pain be any more.The former things have passed away".
Donald R. Chicago
Carol Shaler Ingram
May 30, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to Janeen's family. Janeen and I met during our freshman year at St. Olaf. We were both from the Chicago suburbs and managed to ride together in a senior's car as far as Racine for breaks. In later years, I always enjoyed seeing her beautiful smile and great laugh. She will be missed by all of her Ole friends.
May 30, 2011
must have needed a trip director in heaven - now they have janeen - god speed. love stella from pocatello
Tony & Debbie Cash
May 29, 2011
Dear Karen and family: we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Kornick
May 28, 2011
Karen,
I'm so sorry for the loss of your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Andrzej Puchacz
May 28, 2011
Travel world has lost caring and devoted travel director with high standars of work and attention to detail. It is a very sad day. My prayers today are with Janeen and her family
Ann Allman
May 27, 2011
Janeen to me was " a note or two under the bedroom or cabin door". I had the pleasure of working with her on a few but very memorable tours. I would go to bed at night to wake and find a series of slips of paper posted under the door with the days instructions and tour ademdments. So sad to hear of her passing.
May 27, 2011
I am deeply saddened by this news- Janeen and I were buddies back at Skokie Junior High and through graduation of high school. I send my condolences to all that will miss that sweet, kind and gentle lady. So sad, and even more to have lost touch with her in the years since high school.
Jan Levine
Bruce Spears
May 27, 2011
Karen & Family,
Janeen and I traveled the world as travel Directors. Janeen was always a very Happy positive person with a gentle charm.
I am heart broken she has left us..
God-speed Janeen you will be missed!
Ann O'Neill Marymor
May 26, 2011
Janeen and I became fast friends our freshman year at St. Olaf College. After we graduated she went to Brussels and worked as a nanny. I visited her there and when she returned to the states we worked together whenever we could. Our last adventure in 2007 took us to Shanghai and Hong Kong with our beloved PurcellMurray. She was a dear friend who put 110% into everything she did. She was a faithful, loving friend who left us way too soon as did her mother. I'm sure they are rejoicing in their reunion.
Bruce Spears
May 26, 2011
Karen,
Janeen and I worked together as Travel Directors for many years, Janeen was always a very happy and enjoyable person to be around,
she was a great friend to me when I was very ill and I will always remember her in my prayers. We traveled the world together and that is the best way for me to remember Janeen..My heart is broken to hear such news, But janeen is looking out for all of us from now on.
She will be missed so much...
Bruce Spears (Dexter,Mi)
Mary Herrmann Hughes
May 26, 2011
Words cannot express my profound sorrow. She has touched so many in such a caring, loving, joyful way. We will miss you but never forget you.
Walter Anderson
May 26, 2011
Harold,Scott & Karen,
Our family is extremely sorry to learn of the loss of your beloved daughter and sister. Janeen was an angel who walked amongst us. A caring and gentle soul who will be missed by all who knew her. May the assurance that she rests in heaven provide comfort from your sorrow.
Prayers and Warm Wishes Always,
Jerome OConnor
May 26, 2011
Janeen expertly conducted Chicago tours for me and dazzled her groups with knowledge and enthusiasm. Although I did not know her well I will always remember her smile, love of life, affection for all, and the joy she brought to the darkest corner of any room. And she loved Chicago so much. Jerome M. O'Connor, Elmhurst IL
Corky Lang
May 25, 2011
A bright gentle charming funny light has gone out on this planet. We were all very lucky to have known sweet Janeen. Happy trails.
Nancy Meyer
May 25, 2011
Karen, I have had you in my thoughts ever since I learned of Janeen. I am so sorry. She seemed extraordinary, beautiful in all ways. I will keep you wrapped in love and prayer. I am so very sorry.
Nancy Marcus
May 25, 2011
Dear Karen and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Pamela Jane Rogers
May 25, 2011
My deepest condolences to Janeen's family on her most untimely loss. I know her living will be honored with the wonderful memories of everyone who was blessed to know her.
Pamela Rogers, AHI Travel Director
Marge Howard
May 24, 2011
A bright light has been added in heaven. That smile and vitality were so infectious! Love to Karen and all the family
as you cope with Janeen's loss. Hugs and kisses to you all!
Jim Mancuso
May 24, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Janine's family on her loss. She was always a bright light, and she shared her warmth and enthusiasm with all that had the good fortune to travel with her. God's speed Janine.
Lynn and Bernie Pleskoff
May 24, 2011
Dear Karen,
We are so sorry to hear about your sister. We remember her from years ago. She left such a warm and sincere impression. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Lynn and Bernie Pleskoff
Robert Revels
May 24, 2011
Dear Karen,
I remember meeting Janeen and thinking what a wonderful spirit she seemed to have. I am truly sorry to hear about her passing and will say a prayer for you and your family.
Robert Revels
Evanston, IL
Scott Schufreider
May 24, 2011
Deepest Sympathy to Mr. Harold Johnson & Wife,Scott,Karen,and entire Family,
Janeens passing is a tragic occurence. She was one of the warmest,friendliest, caring person I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. She always thought of others first. The world will be a better place for having her visit,if only for a relatively short time. She will be missed -more than we know. She is probably organizing heaven for a tour as we speak.
Jann Greenberg
May 24, 2011
Dear Karen and family. My heart goes out to all of you for the untimely loss of Janeen. May her memories help soothe you over time.
Jann Greenberg (Northbrook, IL)
Susan Anderson
May 24, 2011
Karen,
My sincerest sympathy. I enjoyed meeting your sister many years ago.
Joan Malina
May 24, 2011
Dear Karen and Family. I am saddened to hear about your sudden and unexpected loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May her life be honored and treasured through the memories that will be kept in your hearts and shared.
Joan Malina
May 24, 2011
So sad to hear of the untimely death of Janeen - we met but once and that was a joy. She will be sadly miised by her family, the AHI family and all the many passengers whose lives she touched. Mary Meehan, Cork, Ireland
Dario De Paolis
May 24, 2011
Our sincerest sympathy for the loss of a special person.
DDP Incentive Management
Rome, Italy
May 24, 2011
My deepest condolences for Janeen's family.
Mia Blaauw. AHI, Greece
Tim L
May 24, 2011
Dearest Janeen,
Words are inadquate to describe my sense of loss. Your smile and loving gentle nature will not be forgotten.
The world seems a bit darker without you, but I trust that Heaven has gained a new shining light...
All my love, Tim L.
Gordon Marsh
May 23, 2011
Shocked to hear this news.
Janeen was such a wonderful person with a contagious laugh. Her warmth, loyalty and cameraderie will be missed by all.
My condolences to her family.
Jessica Powers
May 23, 2011
So Sad and shocked to hear of Janeens passing. I new her as a woman of boundless energy with a large heart and interest in the well being of everyone around her. I send my heart felt condolences to her family and friends. Jessica Powers Meiringen, Switzerland
Cecilia Berry
May 23, 2011
I was shocked to learn of Janeen passing, in such an early age.
Janeen was a special person, She was always there for those who needed her.
She will be greatly missed.
May 23, 2011
My Deepest Sympathy ,to the family of Janeen.
Therese Cunningham Tour Director ,Island of IRELAND.
May 23, 2011
This is a cruel blow. Janeen will be sorely missed. She was one of the warmest, kindest people we have ever met, with a beautiful spirit. And she was such fun! I always remember the evening - some 20 or 25 years ago - when she persuaded me to join her, reluctantly, for a terrifying ride on the big dipper in Vienna's Prater Park. But how we laughed! Life was always fun when Janeen was about. Our deepest sympathy to her family and all her many friends.
Philip Ryan & Colin Swanwick, Nerja, Spain.
Donna Primas
May 23, 2011
I was shocked to learn of Janeen's death. So young, vivacious and vibrant, well traveled and caring. Her fellow members of the tour guide and tour manager community will miss her greatly,
Bill Sturm
May 22, 2011
I was saddened to read that Janeen had pased away and at such an early age. I remember her clearly but from many years ago and all of those memories were of a girl who was one of the kindest and warmest people I have ever met in my life. She will be missed by so many for a very very long time.
Anita Martich
May 22, 2011
Janeen was a very special person. She was
always there for those who needed a kind word or a hug. Everyone who knew her couldn't help but like her.
My sympathy goes out to her family and her many friends. I will miss her.
May 22, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Janeens family and friends.She was so very kind and a very admirable person.I will donate to charities in her name. Marcia Wince
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