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JANETTE BLINN Obituary
Of Lynn, July 27. Wife of the late Joseph Blinn. Mother of Tina Aronis and Robert Egan and his wife Lori all of Lynn. Sister of Thomas DiCarlo, Richard Aronis, and Joseph Aronis all of California, Diane Murphy and Madeline Borgonzi both of Revere and the late Annette Egan. Grandmother of Emily and Olivia. She also leaves her dear friend Dan Casipe of Haverhill and her nieces and nephews. Funeral from the Cuffe-McGinn Funeral Home, 157 Maple St., LYNN, Wednesday at 9:00AM. Funeral Mass in the Sacred Heart Church at 10:00AM. Relatives and friends invited. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Visiting Hours Tuesday 4-8PM. Gifts in her memory may be sent to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701. For online memorial and guestbook, please visit www.cuffemcginn.com
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Memories and Condolences
for JANETTE BLINN
Tina Aronis
August 8, 2012
Ma,
Your writer is at a loss for words, so I will borrow some from Wicked. "Who can say if I've been changed for better? But because I knew you, I have been changed for good." I love you.
Tina
August 6, 2012
Eulogy
Janette had many roles in life. She was known as Janetti, "Hun", Mom, Grandma, Sis, Auntie, and Sweetheart.
As Janetti, she was known for her joyful demeanor and cheerful greetings. She had a unique ability to put a smile on anyone's face and she always found a way to go the extra mile to help others. She wore her heart on her sleeve and would say whatever was on her mind. If she liked you, you were in, and if she didn't- you knew it. Every breakfast outing, the family joke was to pray the home fries were "hot and crispy" because, if not, she was sure to send them back.
As "Hun", Janette was a devoted wife to Earl. She met Earl when she was twenty years old and they were married after dating for only six months. Some predicted that they would not last a year, but they were married for thirty-five years and grew more in love as the years went on. When Earl passed away five years ago, she was the rock of the family. Janette was always strong for her family.
As mom, Tina and Bob (or as she called them "T" and "My baby boy") were her first priority! Growing up, Sunday night dinners were an open house, and Bob and Tina's friends were always welcomed. Bob would come home with half the neighborhood street hockey team; Mike, Sean, Mike, and Chris. In later years, when Tina's friends ...Karen, Mary Ellen, and Stephanie visited, Janette would give motherly advice to them as if they were her own. They all watched musicals and movies and drank martinis. Jeanette and Tina shared many winning moments watching the redsox until Youkie (one of Janette's favorite players) was traded. Janette always made time for Tina and Bob! Whenever asked for a favor she would instantly rearrange her schedule to help out. When Lori would ask for a hem on the girls' dance costumes Janette would easily take care of it. Every Saturday morning she would be at Bob's to clean the house, iron clothes, and play with Emma and Livy.
As Grandma, nothing filled her life with more joy than her two grandchildren, Emma and Olivia, who she would affectionately call her "Chocolate and Vanilla frosted Cupcakes." Her grandchildren always remember her way of expressing her love for them by saying "I love you more than all the tea in China" and "I love you more than all the candy in Candyland." If there was a way to make her grandchildren happy, Janette would find it. Whether it was countless hours of playing Duck, Duck, Goose or coloring contests, you would always hear them laughing and giggling. She also used her talent of sewing to make dresses for Emma and Livy as well as numerous outfits for their American Girl dolls.
As Sis, Janette's best friends were her sisters, Diane and Madeline, or as she called them "Dee Dee and Maddy." She loved them dearly and they laughed often, at times to the point where she would tell them "I think I wet myself." On a shopping trip to Big Lots, Janette and Diane bought two large Adirondack chairs for Janette, the only problem was Janette drove a KIA and the chairs did not fit. So they decided to set up camp in the Big Lots parking lot, sitting in the chairs, drinking their coffee, and laughing the whole time while waiting for Tina to come help them. The three sisters spent a lot of time together, even having coffee at five in the morning, and when they were together there was no shortage of fun or laughter. Being the oldest, Janette would stand up as protector of her two younger sisters without hesitation. The three sisters lived by the Three Musketeers motto, "All for one and one for all."
As Auntie, Janette was a favorite aunt to many of her nieces and nephews, both Blinns and Aronises. She loved them with the same love and devotion she felt for their parents. Whoever was in her company, felt they were special.
As sweetheart, Janette rekindled an old friendship and found another chance at love with Dan. Janette and Dan went to Disneyworld and it was truly "The Happiest Place on Earth" for them. Dan was devoted to her throughout her illness. When asked by the priest why he loved Janette, he responded, "She's funny, she's beautiful and she's friendly." With seven words, Dan captured the essence of Janette. Janette and Dan didn't have much time together, but the time they had was filled with love, laughter and friendship.
Janette will be sorely missed by all whose lives she touched. She took life's problems head on and never asked why. She will always be loved!! We know one day she will meet us again with her smiling face and cheerful way of saying hello. But until then, in your words Janette, we love you more than all the candy in Candyland.
Aunt Janette and her grand daughter! :)
Tracy Aronis-Laws
July 31, 2012
Aunt Janette was our Musketeer. She was Smiley, Sweet and Sensitive to the needs of others. She Loved her family! She will be missed tremendously.
Maureen Gemellaro-Walker
July 31, 2012
Lori and Bob, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My deepest sympathies go out to you and your family at this trying time. I wish you peace and love. Maureen Walker and Family
July 31, 2012
My Sisterinlaw Janette,
Janette was fun to be with and would find humor in a lot of things & people.
She loved to joke & hear jokes & had a great laugh. Janette loved life & people.I always knew her as a hard worker. She also was a a careing person.
Janette use to like to sing,she even use to look like Connie Francis when a teenager. A lot of people use to tell her that. Well I know she will be missed very much by her loving Family & Friends.God Bless The Family, & know that Jesus Loves us all.I like the verse in the Bible that says{ To Be Absent From The Body:
Is To Be Present With The Lord }
Joe & I will always love you all.Love Barbara ,Joes wife.
joe Aronis
July 31, 2012
My sister Janette has had the best Attitude of any one I ever knew.Her warm and loving smile will be always remembered in my heart ,As one of Gods gifts to me and my family. Love Brother Joe Aronis.LOLLY
July 31, 2012
My sister Janette has had the best Attitude of any one I ever new. Her warm and loving smile will be always remembered.As one of Gods gifts to me and my family.
Your loving brother Joe, Lolly
July 31, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers, and offer our deepest condolences during this very trying time.
Joseph & Lisa Shapiro
Wakefield, MA
July 31, 2012
Dear Bobby,Tina ,Diane and Madeline, Wow what a surprise to hear the passing of Janette.We did not know she was sick,so what a shock. All of you are in my prayers for sure,Thinking of you during this hard time. Renette & Norm
July 31, 2012
Tina, Bobby, Madeline and Diane - You have lost your mother and sister but all the great memories of her over the years will remain with you forever. Janette always had a great smile for everyone.
Love Dianne & Anthony Borgonzi
July 31, 2012
love you sister. will miss you deepley, love Richie.Carol
Ronda (Aronis) Cupler
July 30, 2012
Aunt Jeanette was a beautiful fun person who would light up a room with her beautiful smile and make you laugh with her wonderful sense of humor she has touched many lives. She will be missed by all. My deepest love to all family members and friends I'm praying for all.
Love Ronda (Aronis) Cupler.
Kristen Hamilton
July 30, 2012
She was like a mother to all of us growing up and in past years like a grandma to all of our kids. Her smile was the best, brightest and biggest!! We will all miss her!
Love the Hamilton Family
The Lata's
July 30, 2012
Our deepest condolences for the loss of a beautiful woman. Her contagious laugh and big smile will be missed by so many. We hope you find comfort from all wonderful memories she's given to you. Our thoughts are with you all during this difficult time.
Much Love,
~ Joyce, Micheal & Nancy Lata
jim long
July 30, 2012
I'm very sorry for your loss
Kim Wilkins
July 30, 2012
Dear Tina and Bobby & families,
I was so sad to hear of "Aunt" Janette's passing. I have so many wonderful memories of her and "Uncle Earl" from my childhood. She was always so happy and pleasant and her laugh was the best. I wish you all comfort and peace during this very sad time. Now she is with "Uncle Earl" and they are surely watching over all of you.
Love,
Kim (DeTour) Wilkins
Madeline Borgonzi
July 30, 2012
I still can't believe my sister is gone. We were so close that there will be a huge void in my life. I'll miss the daily calls and almost daily visits. I'll have to rely on the many memories that bring a smile to my face, until we meet again Janetti Spaghetti.
Jessica Borgonzi
July 29, 2012
Auntie, you were like another mother to me. I have so many memories of you from my childhood right on through to my adult years. I loved you with all my heart and I will miss your visits and watching musicals and putting together puzzles with you. My comfort now is that you found peace and I will see you again one day.
Diane Murphy
July 29, 2012
Over the years, my sister and I shared many experiences together. Not only was she was my sister but she was my friend. We were together all the time and laughed often. I will miss the times we spent together, whether it be shopping, working or playing scrabble. I will FOREVER miss you. Rest in Peace Janette Spaghetti.
July 29, 2012
Tina & Bobby,
Our deepest condelences on your loss. Though I hadn't seen Janette in years, I've often thought of her and the times we spent working together at Sexton Can in Everett & the many visits to the house. I'll always remember the laughter. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this diffuct time. God bless.
Nancy & Barry Wiltshire
(formerly of Malden, MA)
beth bond-kairis
July 28, 2012
My deepest condolences on the loss of "Aunt" Janette. I hadn't seen her in years, but often thought about her and
"Uncle" Earl. They treated me as one of their own. I will NEVER forget you. Until we meet again, rest in peace.
The Staff of Cuffe McGinn Funeral Home
July 28, 2012
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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