Janet Hines Obituary

Anchorage resident Janet Hines, 73, died peacefully in her sleep Feb. 2, 2009, surrounded by her family at Providence Alaska Medical Center. She fought a brief, courageous battle with lung cancer.
A celebration of life will be announced later. Her ashes will be spread in Resurrection Bay this summer.
Janet was born Feb. 26, 1935 to Merl and Amanda Miles in Spooner, Wis. She graduated from high school in 1952 and attended two years of college. On Sept. 11, 1954, Janet married Jerry Hines. They immediately embarked on a 20-year Air Force career which took them to Texas, California, France, The Netherlands, Massachusetts, the Philippines and Virginia. Upon Jerry's retirement from the Air Force, they returned to Wisconsin for six years.
In 1980 they felt the urge to move one more time and came to their beloved Alaska and bought a home in Anchorage.
Janet was a member of St. John United Methodist Church, United Methodist Women and served as president for two terms of the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary. She was a member of the Anchorage Historical Society, Cook Inlet Historical Society and the Wild Flower Garden Club. She volunteered at the Museum Gift Shop, Faith in Serving Humanity, Operation Santa Claus and was a Girl Scout Leader. Her special interests were hiking, photography, reading and gardening. Janet and Jerry traveled extensively around the world.
Janet and Jerry's love and devotion to each other and their family was an example and inspiration to family and friends. Janet touched the lives of many people.
Janet is survived by her loving husband of 54 years, Jerry; daughters, Judi Hines of Newport News, Va., Susan and Paul Noeske of Mukwonago, Wis., and Leslie and Richard Jacoby of Seward; and her grandchildren, Samuel, Nick, Ian and Stuart of Mukwonago, and Lydia of Seward.
Janet was preceded in death by her brother, Jack Miles.
Donations may be sent to The Janet Hines Memorial Fund, St. John United Methodist Church, 1801 O"Malley Road, Anchorage, AK 99507.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News from Feb. 13 to Feb. 14, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Janet Hines

13 Entries

Scarlet Stiteler

February 17, 2009

Judi & Family-
I am very sorry for your loss. I am glad you were able to be with her, I hope you are able to take comfort in that! You now have another angel watching over you.

Marion Howard

February 16, 2009

Jerry & Family. May your hearts be filled with joyful memories of Janet. She was a great neighbor for a few yrs & was one of my favorite friends, I will miss her dearly. May God bless you all. Love Ron & Marion

Richard and Heather Jacoby

February 16, 2009

Leslie’s mom, Janet, was a wonderful, loving “other mom” to our son, Rich, and a dear “sister” to us. The spirit and dignity with which Janet led her life and the abiding love which guided her relationship with her family and friends is a comfort to us, and we are grateful to have shared a part of that life and that love.

Matt and Marci Miles

February 16, 2009

Our heartfelt wishes to Uncle Jerry and family in this time of loss. Aunt Janet was always there for us; she was appreciated while with us and will be greatly missed and not forgotten.
We are put on earth with the expectation of leaving it a better place. Janet was up to the task.

Diana Justus

February 15, 2009

Janet was a wonderful loving woman who I had the greatest pleasure of knowing when she attended The Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary meetings. I will miss you Janet and your beautiful smile. Prayers and thoughts are with your family during this time of sorrow.

Mr&Mrs anthony Baker

February 14, 2009

She was a neat aunt to be around when i was able to be. Uncle jerry--her were very hospitable when we were there in ALaska (07') showed us around anchorage before we left for home.

Margret Greene

February 14, 2009

Janet was my Father's cousin. I was fortunate enough to get to know her at our Family Reunion in Wisconsin. She was always warm and loving. And, she had a fine sense of humor. Her family is in our hearts and prayers.

Amy Gray

February 13, 2009

Hold close those special memories and know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless.

Sharon Miles

February 13, 2009

Janet was a good friend as well as a wonderful sister-in-law. Aunt Janet was loved by mine and Jack's, 6 children. We will miss her very much. Love Aunt Sharon

Al & Lois Basler

February 13, 2009

For 26 years, we had the pleasure of calling Janet neighbor as well as friend. She was a warm and caring person and cared for all people, as witnessed by her active participation in many organizations in our community. She loved her family and was proud of all her children and grandchildren. We enjoyed our trips with them, and always laughed about our special guide in Nome - "don't you know!!"
She was a great neighbor and warm and wonderful friend, who we now say, Good bye dear friend, rest easy, your journey has ended, while our's continues for a while longer. May God in His compassion, hold the family close during their grief.

Love and Blessings

Sharyn Fox

February 13, 2009

Judi and family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. It is apparent that your lovely mother's legacy will live on in her daughters. Knowing Judi, Janet must have been a wonderful woman indeed. Love, Sharyn and Bud

Cathy Koch

February 13, 2009

Having known Judi for many years, I have had the pleasure of seeing her Mother on occasion over the years. She was always very warm and personable and seemed to really enjoy her family. My blessings and prayers are with the Hines Family during this difficult time.

Joanne Norcutt

February 13, 2009

The true tribute to a mother is the legacy she passes on to her children. Faith, intergrity and desire to help others along the way. I know this must be true of Janet because I know one of her daughters personally. Janet's legacy continues.

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