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janet Englant Obituary
ROBERTSVILLE, Ohio - Janet Ruth Englant (nee Ritchey), age 77, of Robertsville, passed from the arms of her loving family into the arms of the Lord Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2013, at the Great Trail Care Center in Minerva after a long and courageous struggle with cancer.
She was born June 5, 1936, in East Canton, Ohio, to the late Roy and Ruth (Hane) Ritchey.
As a minister's wife, she cherished the time they served the churches in Keyser, W.Va., and Pittsfield, Pa. Later, as her husband served as president of the church conference, she loved working in the book store of the Allegheny Wesleyan College in Salem, Ohio, and fulfilling her duties as the president's wife. After retirement she worked part time at the Klotz Insurance Agency in Malvern. She was a member of the Robertsville Wesleyan Methodist Church.
She is survived by her husband, the Rev. John D. Englant whom she married Aug. 30, 1952; three daughters, Elizabeth "Libby" Pearson of Reynoldsburg, Julie (Denny) O'Brien of Canton, Beth (Alan) Haight of Savannah, Ga.; a son, Dan (Marsha) Englant of Canton; seven sisters, Beverly (Paul) Young of Bolivar, Helen Ritchey of Louisville, Carol (Jerry) Straight of Robertsville, Edith (Don) Irwin of East Canton, Linda (Jack) Strait of Robertsville, Charlene Harmon of Watauga, Texas, Karen ("Bear") Irwin of Louisville; two sisters-in-law, Ruth Betz of Paris, Judy Hale of North Fort Myers, Fla.; 10 grandchildren; nine great grandchildren; and a special sister, Beverly Baker of Louisville.
She is preceded in death by a son-in-law, L. Steve Pearson.
Funeral services were held Monday, Sept. 30, at noon at the Robertsville Wesleyan Methodist Church with the Rev. Thomas Haight and the Rev. William Cope officiating.
Burial was in Liberty Cemetery.
Calling hours were Sunday from 2-5 p.m. at the Gotschall-Hutchison Funeral Home in Minerva and two hours prior to services at the church.
Those wishing to send condolences or share a favorite memory may sign the online register book at www.Gotschallfuneralhome.com.
Memorial donations may be made to the Robertsville Wesleyan Methodist Church, the American Cancer Society or a charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Cindy McKinney
October 5, 2013
I loved working with Janet and Pastor Englant when they served the church in Pittsfield. They were both so very loving and kind people, always letting their lights shine over the Brokenstraw Valley. My sympathy to the family during this time of separation and loss.
October 3, 2013
Julie and Family - May God, and Peace be with You all.
Sherri Strait
September 29, 2013
We will miss your smiling face Aunt Janet. You are in the arms of The Lord! You are not in pain and suffering. Deepest Sympathy to all her sisters especially Carol and the rest of the family!
kathy kidd
September 28, 2013
I am sorry to hear about the passing of janet my thoughts and prayers are with all in this difficult time may God keep u strong.
Sue Staggs-Turner
September 28, 2013
Libby, Danny,Julie,and Beth:
Sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. May the good memories in your life keep her dear to your heart. With deepest sympathy,
September 28, 2013
We are very saddened by your loss. May the LORD sustain you in the days ahead.
Barbara Earley & Arlene Troyer
Sharon Oliver
September 27, 2013
Libby & Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear Mother. Keep your wonderful memories close to your heart and she will always be with you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. Love & Hugs
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