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Janet Foner Obituary

Published by Ralph Schugar, Inc. Funeral Chapel on Jul. 24, 2019.

Janet passed away in July 2019. Graveside Service and Interment will be held on Friday at 11 AM at Beth Shalom Cemetery. Contributions may be made to charity of donor's choice.

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October 15, 2019

Two or three times the past three decades I called Janet a national treasure. That's a little inaccurate. She was an international treasure.

If history is written well in 2030, Janet will be prominent in it. At this moment society has little awareness of the size and importance of her impact. But those of us who met her know, and her work will live on.

Jim Shackelford
Bloomington, IN
(resident of Allentown, PA for 22 years)

August 12, 2019

Bill Horne

A stalwart friend since 1985 and an inspiring leader. My condolences to Mayer, Joe and Carl.

Posted by Bill Horne

August 12, 2019

Wendy Wood

Dear Mayer and family,
Was truly sorry to hear of Janet's passing.
She had a generous spirit and a wonderful laugh.
She helped many people to find their own paths,
It was many years ago when I worked with her in Harrisburg, and I learned much from her.
My sincerest condolences to all of you. She will be missed.

July 28, 2019

Betsy Ames

Janet is to me
a force of nature,
like the sun rising,
the seasons turning,
the winds blowing,
or gravity-
I'm not sure I ever
really expected
her
not to be here
stemming the tide
of nearly universal confusion
about the true nature
of human minds
in all our diverse
brilliant
scattered
pieces
envisioning
and manifesting
a cohesive geometry
(puzzling* sometimes,
just for fun!)
with a guiding thread
stitching together
those who knew
and loved her:
Nothing is wrong with our minds.



* this is a reference to her puzzle quilts, which had pairs of blocks that were similar in structure but that she would use color to disguise which actually went together.

I will miss her tremendously. I send my deepest condolences to her family.

July 28, 2019

Mike Markovits

I will remember Janet as a courageous fighter, someone who was eager and willing to take on the biggest challenges, and who insisted on thoughtful treatment for herself and everyone around her. I join her family, friends, and colleagues in mourning her passing. She will be missed and the brilliant thinking and the example of her leadership will live on forever.

July 27, 2019

Marci Stern

I have known and loved Janet for almost 40 years. Her brilliance, love, and courage have changed hundreds of lives around the world and her legacy will continue. We all, together with Mayer, Joe and Carl, mourn her loss.

July 26, 2019

Marsha Saxton

Janets passing is a huge loss to the world. I and innumerable others will forever benefit from her leadership, her mentoring, her wisdom, her loving persistence in reaching for what is right. Janet, we will miss you!

July 26, 2019

Marsha Saxton

Janet's passing is a huge loss to the world. I and innumerable others will forever benefit from her leadership, her mentoring, her wisdom, her loving persistence in reaching for what is right. Janet, we will miss you!

July 26, 2019

I am very sorry for your loss. Janet was a mentor of mine. I am so grateful for her compassion and her ability to listen so deeply to people. Thank you for sharing her. Mary in Portland OR.

July 26, 2019

Jim Cummings

Janet was a treasure, who will be remembered around the world. I was constantly inspired by her. I send my love to Joe and Mayer and all of you who were close to her.

July 25, 2019

Acquaintance

Su Stout

My wholehearted condolences to all Janet's family, friends, and colleagues. Janet was an amazing women who shared so much of herself with all of us. She will be deeply missed.

July 25, 2019

Joan MacKenzie

Janet was the most courageous, brilliant and loving person I've ever known. She was a gift to the world and will be missed forever. Deep sympathy to Mayer, Joe and Carl, for your loss.

July 25, 2019

Friend

Liz Friedman

Janet has a huge place in my heart. She will be missed by every one of us. Sending you all the comfort you need and much love. May her memory be a blessing.

July 24, 2019

Friend

Jeanette Armentano

Thank you Janet for your bravery, intelligence, & fierce fight for Mental Health Liberation for every human. I will miss you. Your legacy & work will continue. With all my love always. Rest In Peace
Condolences to your family

July 24, 2019

Ellen Tait

What an extraordinary woman and friend. Love you, Janet, and to your family.

July 24, 2019

Friend

Glenn Johnson

An enormous loss. Sending love to all Janet's family.

July 24, 2019

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lyn cole

Condolences from new zealand...G-ds blessings to her family and friends at this time of loss

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