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Janet Chernega Obituary

Janet Bridger Chernega CHARLOTTE - After days of planning her arrival with God, Janet was welcomed with open arms by Him on October 24, 2013. She was born in Bladenboro NC on September 22, 1956. Her parents Levie Clayton Bridger and Marie White Bridger preceded her in death as well as her Labradors, Cozell, Amos and Andy. Janet is survived by her husband, best friend and lover of 32 years, Gary and the sunshine of our lives, son Michael Paul, sister, Mollie Bridger Vandiver; many nieces and nephews and her constant English Lab companions Beau and Stick. Janet was a graduate of Bladenboro High School, St. Mary's in Raleigh, UNC Chapel Hill and the Pfeiffer MBA Program. She was presented at the Terpsichorean Club of NC Debutante Ball in 1975. Janet was employed by Fayetteville Technical College and Central Piedmont Community College where she held various Senior Executive Positions before retiring in 2010. She was a committed and competent professional, educator and leader. Janet was proud of her family's membership in the Daughters of the American Revolution, The Flagon and Trencher: Descendants of Colonial Tavern Keepers. Janet loved beer and fine wine. Janet loved beach music, a good book, kayaking, collecting wildlife art and sporting clays. Janet, Gary and eventually Michael Paul looked forward to family quail hunts during the holidays. She of course, had the largest pouch, as she was a very good shot. Janet was a huge Providence Day Charger Fan as she watched Michael Paul play Lacrosse and Football. Those Charger games brought us into the Providence Day Family where we made many new friends and developed many cherished memories. Janet's favorite place in the world was the family's house at Wrightsville Beach. Many summers, weeks and weekends were spent there. It was and is a magical place for us all. The family would like to thank Brighton Gardens and Hospice for their loving and attentive care in the final stages of Janet's life. A service to celebrate Janet's life will be held 3:00 PM Tuesday, October 29, 2013, at Dilworth United Methodist Church, 605 East Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28203. There will be a reception following the service in the fellowship hall. Our family has experienced the ravages of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease and in lieu of flowers requests donations be made in Janet's name to The Ivey, 6030 Park South Dr., Charlotte, NC 28210, a Alzheimer's and Parkinson's Day Care Center, that served our family with love, devotion and expert care. Arrangements are in the care of Hankins & Whittington Funeral Service 1111 East Blvd. Charlotte, NC. Please share condolences online at www.hankinsandwhittington.com

Published by Charlotte Observer from Oct. 28 to Oct. 29, 2013.
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So sorry for your loss. I am the former Susan Butler now Carter. Remembering you at this time.

Susan Carter

November 4, 2013

I was sorry to hear about Janet's passing. I'm Larry Skipper, orginally from Bladenboro and was high school friend of Mollie"s. My thoughts are with all of your family.

November 3, 2013

Gary
I am so very sorry for your loss
God is with you. Toni Sampson CLT ATCT

October 31, 2013

May you rest in heaven Janet. I will miss your smile. Forever one of my favorite clients at Modern Salon and Spa.

Shannon Kee

October 30, 2013

My Certified Therapy Dog, Dr. Casey, and I visited The Ivey each week. What a lovely lady Janet was and seemed to speak to Casey at each visit. Our prayers are with you.

Karen Hale

October 30, 2013

My thoughts are with you at this time. Cherish the good memories, for that is what life is built on...

Gary Nelson

October 29, 2013

We are so sorry to learn of Janet's passing. Our prayers are with you. Much love, Bev & Alyson

Beverly Penninger

October 29, 2013

I am saddened to learn of Janet's passing. We were in the Dental Auxiliary Teaching class at UNC together and later we both taught in the CPCC dental program. Janet was an exceptional person in every positive way. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you ~especially today. Janet will be missed, but I am so blessed to have shared some of her journey with her.

Leigh Edmunds Harris

October 29, 2013

Gary, So sorry for your tremendous loss and the hard journey you've had to walk these past few years. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

Phil Zell

October 29, 2013

Janet was a childhood friend of mine and we attended school together from kindergarten through high school. She was a very special person and the entire family is in my prayers.

Joan Brisson Allen

October 29, 2013

To the Chernega family I am glad I got to meet Janet at Brighton Gardens know you are in my prayers. Ann Petrin

October 28, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this very sad time. We hope you can find peace and comfort in knowing that she is no longer suffering,even though your hearts are breaking. Remember her sweet smile and spirit.

Donnie and Rita White

October 28, 2013

Praying for the family, Janet and I were friends way back when we were about 10 or 11 years old!

October 28, 2013

Your family will be in my prayers. I taught at FTCC with Janet. I learned so much from her. May God give your family strength during this difficult time.

Debi Mcgrath

October 28, 2013

My prayers are with you all. Janet and I grew up together. We had a lot of fun times in High School. Janet was a great friend. I wish you all Peace and Comfort.

Margaret Herring-Barnes

October 28, 2013

May God be with you during this most difficult time. Janet was special to all of us fortunate to have worked with her.

Mike Albanese

October 28, 2013

Dear Chernega family. Im so sorry for your loss. Please read 1Peter5:7. May the God of comfort get you through this hard time.

Stacey

October 28, 2013

Gary, Michael Paul, and Mollie,

My prayers and sympathy are with you during this time. May God's peace be you all.

Paul Koehnke

October 28, 2013

Dear Mollie,
So saddened to hear of Janet's passing. I know the joy of sisters. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Barbara Palmer

October 28, 2013

I knew Janet was very smart and had held many very grown up positions. But the Janet I remember was a skinny tomboy. She spent most of her time outside shooting basketball. I think she wore a dress on Sunday but only because Marie made her. She was a precious child and I loved her and all her family. I pray for peace for all of you. Betty Thompson, formerly from Bladenboro

October 28, 2013

Dear Chernega family,May Jehovah the God of tender mercies comfort you all during this difficult time.
Lee

October 28, 2013

Dear Gary and Michael Paul, My prayers are with you and the family. I am glad I had the opportunity to spend time with Janet. Lots of love and prayers.

Maha Gingrich

October 28, 2013

Gary and Michael Paul, I would like extend my sincere sympathy in the loss of Janet. As a former co-worker of Ella's, I have heard many nice things about your family and feel that I know you all. I know Janet will be greatly missed. Again, my sincere sympathy.
Faye Koonce

October 28, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Linda Nardelli

October 28, 2013

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