Janie Marie Tarullo Johnston

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Scranton, Pennsylvania

Janie Johnston Obituary

Janie Marie Tarullo Johnston of West Scranton died Friday in Geisinger Community Medical Center.

Born in Scranton, she was the daughter of the late Michael and Eleanor Loughney Tarullo. She was educated in Scranton schools and was a graduate of West Scranton High School.

Janie was a fun-loving, generous mother, sister and friend who always brought joy to others. She loved music, dancing and playing her tambourine. She will always be remembered for her kindness, grace and her love of the beautiful things in life. She has instilled those same qualities in her loved ones and they will be forever grateful.

Surviving are children, LizaJane Johnston, Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; Chadden Lee Johnston and wife, Angie, Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; Lacey Johnston and companion, Stephen Seliga, Scranton; and Crystal Johnston and companion, Marc DeAntona, Scranton; one grandson, Angelo Danger Johnston, Fort Walton Beach, Fla.; one sister, Cathy Tarullo Wehner and husband, Ernie, Ventnor City, N.J.; one brother, Michael Tarullo, Orlando, Fla.; nieces and nephews.

Friends may call Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Carl J. Savino Funeral Home, 157 S. Main Ave., Scranton. A blessing service will be offered at 8 in the funeral home by the Rev. Sam Ferretti, pastor of St. Lucy's Church, West Scranton. Interment will be at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Lighthouse in Scranton Inc., P.O. Box 199, Scranton, PA 18504.

Published by Scranton Times on May 19, 2013.
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Chad and Liza,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
Love,
Jennifer Stevens Kraft

Jennifer Stevens Kraft

May 28, 2013

Dear Lacey & Crystal, Caring thoughts & deepest sympathy are with you and your family . May you find comfort in your memories.

Butch, Bonnie & Evan Prall

May 25, 2013

Lacey and Chrystal and family: On behalf of our family, we are all so sorry to hear about your Mom's passing...We will keep all of you in our prayers during this unbelievable time. Love, Gail and Jesse Rozelle and Family

May 22, 2013

Liza and family I'm so sorry for your loss she was a nice neighbor for many years my condolences and prayers. Bertha Elejalde.

Bertha Elejalde

May 20, 2013

You are in my thaughts, prayers, and most of all my heart. deepest condolences

Angela Gray

May 20, 2013

Liza and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You guys are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Callahan

May 19, 2013

My Janie we think about you constantly thank you for loving my children and Rico .. So glad that you were part of our family's life you will be missed everyday love the Hricko Family

Hricko Family

May 19, 2013

Chad, Liza, and family,
We are very sorry for your loss. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Randy and Jeni Cleveland

May 19, 2013

liza and family sorry for your loss

betty smith

May 19, 2013

I was so very sorry to hear of Jane's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this so very difficult time. Gretchen Jennings

May 19, 2013

I have known Jane for years she was a wonderful woman. To her family I am so sorry for your loss. Remember to good times that will keep her in your heart always.

Patti Jennings Fowler

May 19, 2013

Dear Lacey and Crystal,
I am so sorry for your loss. I never met your mother but she has raised two wonderful daughters who will live on as a testimony of her love and spirit.
Melissa McLaughlin Mountaintop PA

May 19, 2013

Liza, Our thoughts are with you and your family. Gary and Judy.

Judy Lemieux

May 19, 2013

I am lucky to have had the pleasure of working with Janie. She was a wonderful person with a heart of gold. My heart goes out to her family.

Laura Perry

May 19, 2013

Liza and family, I'm so sorry and shocked of your loss. Your mom was a fun loving, free spirit who adored her children. You all are in my thoughts and prayer.

Mary Ellen Wiesel

May 19, 2013

My thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow.

Carrie Ferrone

May 19, 2013

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