Photo courtesy of Becker Funeral Home, Inc. - Clermont
Clermont, Florida
Oct 12, 1959 – Jun 1, 2025
Janet Marie Carney
October 12, 1959 - June 1, 2025
Janet Marie Carney was born October 12, 1959, and called to her heavenly home on June 1, 2025, to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She passed at home surrounded by her loving family. Janet was strongly rooted in her faith and instilled those values in her children.
Janet was born in Jamaica, Queens, NY, and grew up in Hicksville, Long Island, NY. She was a proud member of the St. Ignatius Girls Drum and Bugle Corps. She attended Hicksville High School/New Utrecht High School and after graduating she went on to attend Briarcliffe Secretarial School. She loved working in Manhattan at McCaffrey & McCall and playing softball with her co-workers in Central Park.
Janet met the love of her life, Walter, who grew up across the street in Hicksville. They married on May 26, 1984, then moved to Central Florida and were blessed with three daughters. While her children were growing up, she taught Sunday school at her church and worked as a food service manager at Lake County Schools for over 17 years.
Janet is predeceased by her father, Patrick O'Dowd, mother, Angela O'Dowd, stepmother, Gloria O'Dowd, and brother, Patrick O'Dowd. Janet is survived by her husband, Walter Carney, her three daughters, Kristine (Kevin) Sherman, Kelly (Malcom) Jones and Kathleen (Robbie) Milejczak, her sister, Maureen (Timothy) Manley, step-siblings, Kathi (Vincent) Paolillo, Robert (Margie) Cornman, Stephen (Jackie) Cornman, along with her beloved grandchildren, James, Juliana, Elizabeth and Kensington. Janet also leaves behind many beloved cousins, nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
Family and friends are welcome to attend the visitation hours held at Becker Funeral Home in Clermont, FL on Friday, June 6, 2025, between 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Mass will be the following day, Saturday, June 7, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, followed by the burial at Oak Hill Cemetery. The family would also like to extend an invitation to come back to their home for a Celebration of Life located at 8715 County Road 561 Clermont, FL 34711.
In lieu of flowers, making a donation to Greater Clermont Cancer Foundation would be greatly appreciated as they helped Janet tremendously during her battle with cancer.
Janet was a wonderful Girl Scout Leader and was a beautiful person inside and out. She will be missed.
Anna Ringland
June 05, 2025 | Clermont, FL | Acquaintance
Heavenly Blossoms Bouquet VASE INCLUDED
Jeannette Weismantel
June 05, 2025
Your mom was a light and joy -- always happy and laughing. She will be greatly missed. Thinking of all of you, as you navigate this difficult chapter in life. ♥
Michelle Parlier
June 04, 2025
I have known Janet my whole life. I loved her like a sister. She was Family to us in many ways and always will be. I am so sorry, I can't be there. My heart & soul goes out to Walter and the whole family. I Love you ALL and will be praying for you all
Laurie Stevenson
June 04, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV | Family
I have known Janet my whole life and I loved her like a sister.. I am so sorry i cant be there my heart goes out to Walter and the whole family I am praying for you all
Renee Stevenson
June 04, 2025 | Las Vegas, NV | Family
Janet was a wonderful, generous woman. She always had kind words and a smile to give. I feel blessed to have known her for even a short while. My heart goes out to her family.
Allie Weeks
June 04, 2025 | Clermont, FL | Coworker
I miss you every second, every minute and every hour mama, until we are reunited in heaven
June 04, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tough time.
Lynn Patrick
June 03, 2025 | Clermont, FL | Friend
Christine and family, I am deeply saddened to hear about Janet’s passing. My heart is breaking for you. I knew her way back from the days I worked at Dr. Vatev’s office and from Cypress Ridge when my girls attended. I am praying for each of you as you face the coming days, weeks and years. Sending big hugs!!!!
Marla Caldwell
June 03, 2025 | Clermont, FL | Friend