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Janet Egan Obituary

Janet C. Egan

Janet, age 71 of Wilmington, DE, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Monday, January 7, 2013.

Janet was born in Wilmington on November 19, 1941 and she graduated from P.S. duPont High School in 1959. Janet enjoyed bowling, watching old movies, reading and volunteering for many republican candidates. She also worked as a title clerk for several local car dealerships and as a unit clerk for the Wilmington Division of the Medical Center of Delaware. Her proudest moments were spent as devoted wife, mother and grandmother.

Janet is survived by her husband of 50 years, William Egan, her son Sean (Pamela) of Claymont; her daughter Sheila Harlam of Wilmington and her mother Dorothy E. Jensen of Wilmington. Janet was predeceased by her father, Mertin Steele and her beloved grandparents John W. and Beulah Thomas. Janet also leaves behind 2 brothers, John C. and Thomas W. Jensen and 3 sisters, Brenda Martinek, Cindy Smuzynski and Joyce Baily-Clauson. Janet will be dearly missed by her grandchildren Tara, Timothy and Victoria Harlam.

The family would like to extend their gratitude for the care Janet received by the staff at Vitas Hospice.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 12, at 10:30 am, at the MCCRERY & HARRA FUNERAL HOMES, 3924 Concord Pk, Wilmington, DE where friends may call after 9:30 am. Burial will be in Silverbrook Cemetery, Wilmington.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Vitas Hospice, 100 Commerce Dr., Suite 302, Newark, DE 19713 or Delaware Humane Society, 701 A Street, Wilmington, DE 19801.

For online condolences visit:

www.mccreryandharra.com

302-478-2204

Published by The News Journal on Jan. 10, 2013.
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Sean and Sheila,
I'm so sorry to hear about your mom. It's difficult in this phase of our lives when we take on the care of our parents. Anyone who knew your mom knew you two were the light of her life. Thinking of you and your family.

Sheila Pearson Kozar

January 23, 2013

We join all of you in your sorrow. Sorry to hear of your loss. There is nothing like memories that brings a smile to your face in this time of sadness.

Steve Shadwell

January 11, 2013

Sheila~
I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. I will continue to keep your family in my prayers. In sympathy, Sharon

Sharon Cawman

January 11, 2013

Dear Sheila & Sean,
We are both so sorry for the loss of your mom.
Dale & Eileen Hohberger

January 11, 2013

Our deepest thoughts and prayers to the Eagan Family.Janet rest in peace

Michael Donahue

January 10, 2013

Bill, you have been a devoted and loving husband to Janet thru these many illnesses.

Joseph & Miriam Elman

January 10, 2013

Dear Sheila and Sean,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this most difficult time. May you take comfort in knowing that she is resting now in the arms of our Lord.

Bill Greto, Jr.

January 10, 2013

Sheila, Tara, Tim, and Tori,
We are so sorry for your loss! Know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers! Love, The Brady Family

January 10, 2013

Sean and the Egan family...I am so sorry for your loss...your Mom was a wonderful person!!

Melanie Lewis

January 10, 2013

To: Cindy and the Egan family, praying that God Almighty will comfort your broken hearts duriing this sad times.

Ena Morgan

January 10, 2013

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

Bill and Jomarie Hargrove

January 10, 2013

Sean, Sheila and Mr.Egan, I sorry for your loss. I remember Mr. Egan when I would come to the house with Sean. She was such a nice person, someone who was always pleasant and made you feel at home. I pray that God will comfort you in this time. God Bless

Dennis Knotts

January 10, 2013

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