Janet Lynn Hobbs, 60, of Plymouth, passed away Thursday, Nov. 30, 2023, at Allied Hospice Center, Wilkes-Barre.
Born in Plymouth, she was the daughter of the late Jesse and Thelma Hobbs.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Mary K. Hobbs; nephew, Jesse; and a great-niece and great-nephew.
Janet attended Wyoming Valley West High School and was employed by the Social Security Administration.
She will be sadly missed by her sisters, Linda Lasinski and her husband, Charles, Plymouth; Carol Kraynak and her husband, Gary, Plymouth; brothers, Jesse, Pittston; Ronald and his wife, Beth, Highland, Ind.; William and Ruthie, Plymouth; Edward and his wife, Debbie, Plymouth; nieces, Karen, Jennifer, Mellissa, Michelle, Amy and Tanya; nephews, Roy, Ronald, Gary and Shawn.
Janet's family would like to extend their appreciation to the nurses and doctors of Geisinger PCU, Wilkes-Barre Twp., for their loving care. The family would also like to thank the Allied Hospice Center staff of Wilkes-Barre for their care and compassion. They are truly angels.
Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of her family.
Arrangements are under the direction of Richard H. Disque Funeral Home, 2940 Memorial Highway, Dallas. Condolences may be made at disquefuneralhome.com.
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Ann Mazzaro
December 9, 2023
I am so sorry to hear about Janet´s passing. I worked with her at Social Security. She was very kind and had a wonderful sense of humor. My prayers are with Janet´s family. She will rest in the arms of our Savior. She will be missed.
Paulette Reilly
December 3, 2023
Hobbs Family,
I was sorry to hear of Janet´s passing . I worked with her at SSA and Medicare. She always had a smile and a great laugh. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Susan kahley
December 3, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Janet´s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. So many memories growing up with your family.
Susan Hillard Kahley
Shelly
December 3, 2023
I'll miss and love you forever Aunt Janet. Such a sad time for the Hobbs family :(
Delores Stavitzski
December 3, 2023
Hobbs Family, I am so sorry to hear about Janet's passing. I remember Janet from coming down your house on Pierce St., I was friends with Carol. Prayers for your family. Delores Degavage Stavitzski
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