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Janet M. Dean

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T. K. Thomas Funeral Home, Inc.

145 Delaware Ave

Palmerton, Pennsylvania

Janet Dean Obituary

Janet M. Dean
Janet M. Dean, 62, of Palmerton, passed away Thursday, Jan. 21, 2021, in her home.
Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, she was a daughter of Betty E. (Erickson) Dean and the late Ernest E. Dean.
She worked to support the medical staff at Bayada Home Health Care in Tamaqua, and other area health care companies.
Janet was passionate about painting and photography, practicing both for many years. Her work won several awards and recognitions throughout the Lehigh Valley and beyond. She received her most cherished award for Best of Show at the annual Pennsylvania Farm Show in Harrisburg.
Janet was a kind and giving person who never hesitated to offer her time and help to people and to projects. She also embraced nature, which was the beloved subject of her art. Her most favorite works depicted beautiful cloud formations.
Survivors include her mother; sisters, Kathy and husband, Lloyd Johnson, Peggy and husband, Kenny Luers, Barbara and husband, Kevin Allen; and many nieces and nephews.
Service: Private, at the convenience of family. Arrangements by T.K. Thomas Funeral Home, Palmerton.
Contributions may be made to the Palmerton Cat Project, c/o the funeral home, 145 Delaware Ave, Palmerton 18071.
Condolences can be offered at www.tk-thomas-fh.com.

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Published by Times News on Jan. 23, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Janet Dean

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15 Entries

Valerie Hoffman

January 17, 2023

Thinking of you Janet. Prayers to you & your family.

Peggy

Planted Trees

Valerie Hoffman

February 12, 2021

My condolences to Janet’s family. So sorry to hear of her passing. Janet & I were friends in HS and would get together occasionally & also every 5 years for our class reunions. I have a picture she took of my oldest daughter when she was a toddler, about 40 years ago. She matted & framed it & gave it to me as a gift. Rest In Peace, Janet.

Elizabeth P

January 29, 2021

So thankful for her life and the impact she had on her family, especially her nieces (Allen’s) from which I’ve heard many stories from. Until they see you again, soak up all of Heaven sweet sister. There is rest and you’ve found it ! Praise God you’re home!

Derrick and Keri Lee

Planted Trees

Diadra Sylva

January 27, 2021

Janet always encouraged me as a photographer and she honored many artists by creating opportunities for us to display our work. It was a pleasure to work with her. I’m so sorry to hear about her passing. My condolences to her family. Rest In Peace.

Robin and Dan Slifer

January 27, 2021

Janet,
Your smiling eyes will be greatly missed by many. We had alot of laughs back in our youth. We miss the good old days when we all were out and about and having Fun. May you rest in Peace gentle soul. God Bless
Dan & Robin

Carol J. Gilmore

January 24, 2021

Janet served on the Board of Directors of the Lehigh Valley Photography Club for several years as our Exhibition chairperson. She was particularly gifted at hanging the photographs at our member shows, combining images from different experience levels and subjects into a cohesive presentation that flowed beautifully and brought out the best in every image.

I know she loved Stonehenge Gardens in Tamaqua very much and I was happy to see her there at an event once.

A kind and loving person, Janet believed in the power of art to connect and empower people of all abilities and we once attended a Lehigh Valley Arts Council event on access to the arts together during which I was reminded of and inspired by her compassion for all people.

Life dealt you some unfair hands, my friend. Your passing is yet another reminder of how blessed I’ve been to surmount some recent health challenges myself. I’ve missed you and will continue to do so.

Mary Serfass

January 24, 2021

Godspeed, Janet. Your art will live on.
-Mary Serfass

Cathy Rhoades

January 23, 2021

To all of the Dean Family,
I was so sorry to hear of Janet's passing. I last saw her at a mutual friend's 100th birthday celebration this past summer. I knew she was having a tough time of health issues for the past few years but she looked well and I had hoped things would improve for her. She will be missed greatly. I loved her cloud paintings and photos, she was a talented artist and a very nice woman, always willing to help anyone.

Dennis M. Dano

January 23, 2021

To friends and family,
Janet was a dear friend who assisted me producing the Scholastic Art Awards in out region. She was my "Gal Friday". We lost touch for 5 years.
It was a shock about her passing. An extremely talented painter. She is now painting real clouds and sunsets. A gentle soul, always concerned about our environment. She will be missed. I wish her family health, healing and that we will always remember Janet.
Syncerily Dennis M. Danko

Elena Shackleton

January 23, 2021

We at the Lehigh Art Alliance were greatly saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful “Art Spirit”. She was truly influential and will be missed.

Elena Shackleton

January 23, 2021

We are truly saddened to hear of the loss of such a great “Art Spirit”. The Lehigh Art Alliance was greatly influenced by Janet. She will be missed. Our condolences go out to you, her family.
Sincerely,
LAA

Elena Shackleton

January 23, 2021

Patty Passick

January 22, 2021

My Deepest Condolences to all who loved my nature lover and very talented artist friend Janet. I will miss you Janet but I'm proud of the battle you waged and I know you're in a beautiful place being inspired beyond what was possible here on Earth.

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