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Janis Sexton Obituary

Family-Placed Death Notice

Janis J. Sexton, of Decatur, GA, passed away February 27, 2007. Janis is survived by two daughters, Loren and husband Bob Means, Duluth, GA; Leah Sexton, Tucker, GA; one brother, Ken and wife Sandy Jones, Tampa, FL; two grandchildren, Caroline Means and Will Means; several nices, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents, Albert and Martha Jones. Funeral services will be held 2PM Saturady, March 3, at the Eastminister Presbyterian Church, the Rev. Walter Jones and Rev. Arch Baker, officiating. Interment, Floral Hills Memory Gardens. The family will receive friends 6 to 8 PM Friday, at the Horis A. Ward Stone Mountain Chapel. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Ehlers Danlos Foundation, www.ednf.org. or Meals on Wheels, 4549 Chamblee Dunwoody Road, Dunwoody, GA.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Mar. 1, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Janis Sexton

26 Entries

Annette Wells

March 21, 2007

Loren, Leah and Family,
I was so sorry to learn of Janis' death. We had such a good visit with all the EHS girls last summer when I was home. When I think of Janis, I always picture the little girl with the big bow in her hair in our kindergarten picture. I have read all the other entries in this special guest book and you should always be so proud of the testimonies others have given for her life. What a special person and friend she was. We will all miss her.
Annette Nash Wells

Theresa Tippens

March 12, 2007

Loren & Leah,

Our sympathy goes to you in this trying time. I am so thankful to have renewed the friendship with your mother over the past few years with our gathering of the East Atlanta High School girls from the class of l965. I am so thrilled that she was able to join us in January at my house. She brought us to laughter many times with her stories. Many thanks go to Carolyn Harris for bringing Janis to us. We will miss her, but know she is in better hands now.

I hope it helps to know how much everyone thought of your mother.

Theresa Ward Tippens

Jeni (Johnson) Tillotson

March 4, 2007

Dear Leah and Loren -
My heart has been heavy ever since hearing about your mom. She was like a second mom to me for many years. I have so many wonderful memories of her. She was always so loving, caring and giving of herself. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Angela Griffin (Ruhlman)

March 3, 2007

Dear Loren and Leah,
Our thoughts are with you and our hearts are heavy for you. I pray you will sense the loving arms of our Savior wrapped around you as He has promised to be "close to the brokenhearted" Ps.34:18. We rejoice for your mom and the magnificient celebration she is having, face to face with Jesus Christ!! She was truly a conduit of God's love in my childhood. Even in the midst of her own challenges, she never failed to express joy, kindness, thoughtfulness and love to others.

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Barbara Willis

March 3, 2007

Loren and Leah,
My heart is heavy this morning upon learning of your mother's death. She has been a dear friend of mine for over 30 years (Loren, you were just a baby when we became neighbors in Tucker). She was a loving mom, talented, beautiful, and most of all, loved God. What a sweet spirit she had. I last spoke with her about 6 weeks ago, and I will always treasure that conversation. I pray for God's loving arms to wrap around both of you girls and her grandchildren and give you all peace and comfort during this difficult time.
With love and blessings,

Shaye Marie Sauers

March 2, 2007

Leah, Loren, Bobby ( and family) -

Janis was/ and is one of those angels from above ,with a kind heart and a fantastic sense of humor. ( whenever it was needed.) I believe she is up on heaven watching down on all of us, and not in pain anymore. She will definetely be missed, and never be forgotten. Thinking of you guys.

Kim Pollard

March 2, 2007

"For the righteous man is taken away from calamity; he enters into peace; they rest in their beds who walk in their uprightness." Is. 57:1b-2
Dear Bobby, Loren and Leah, Caroline and Will,
Your mom (and grandma) was an instrument of God's encouragement in Mike's and my life. Never complaining, always praising, she shines as a light in this dark world (Ph. 2:14-18). I am filled with joy in knowing that she is now with her Savior, able to praise Him without any sickness or disability. How precious Her Savior is to her. I grieve with you in your loss of such a godly mother. I know you will miss her. We will too.
Love in Christ, Mike and Kim(Borck)Pollard

Pat Lovell

March 2, 2007

Ken, My Mom called me today when she saw the obituary about Janis. I wanted to expres my sympathy to you and Sandy and Janis' children and grandchildren. I remember Janis fondly as a childhood friend. "The Fayetteville Rd" Clan.
Patricia Bowen Lovell

Will and Danielle Witheringotn

March 1, 2007

Loren and Leah,

I just wanted to express to you our sympathies. Your mother was a truly wonderful person. I have very fond memories of her and you both from our years in the "Forest". I pray God's comfort on you and your renewed hope in the "resurrection of the body" which your mom is enjoying to the fullest now!

Sandra Ruhlman Smith

March 1, 2007

Loren, Leah and Bobby,

There aren't words that can adequately capture what an amazing creature I saw your mom to be. Kindness, humor and talent characterized her. It was such a privilege to count her as a friend. For so many years after growing up and leaving home I was able to keep up with the going-ons in your lives... and all the latest jokes... by having mom recount their lengthy conversations back to me. Your entire family has been dear to ours for so many years, and we are hurting with you over this loss.

We also cherish and anticipate the promise of a reunion with your mom someday. I can't help but smile at the thought of she and Aunt June visiting together now. Don't you know there is mirth in heaven with the two of them together!?

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim and Margaret Culkar

March 1, 2007

Dear Loren and Leah, Jim and I were very sad to hear about the loss of your mother. Janis was such an amazing person. Our friendship goes back over 20 years to the days in The Forest. I have never met any one with such an upbeat view of life. I never heard her complain about any of the health problems she suffered in her life. Her faith was a gift she lived and shared. She was a friend Jim and I will never forget! Our sympathy and prayers are with you and your families at this very difficult time. Love, Jim and Margaret Culkar

Ellen Witt (Graham)

March 1, 2007

Loren,
I have such fond memories of your Mom and "play time" at your house. I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family at this time of loss. You all will be in my prayers.

Leah Sexton

March 1, 2007

I want to thank everyone for all the prayers and support for us during this hard time. Mom touched so many people in her life and loved with no boundaries. She was such an AMAZING mom and friend. As much as I miss her and want her here, I am happy that she can now dance again and paint the sky for all of us. I love you all!

Elaine Gondek

March 1, 2007

Loren and Leah, how sad I was to hear about your Mom but now she is free of pain and with God....and with her sweet personality and wonderful wit I bet she has Him laughing right now. You are in my prayers as I know she was close to you both and loved you both very much.

March 1, 2007

Loren, Bobby, Caroline & Will,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our deepest sympathies and know that you are in our prayers.

Tim, Erin, Anna and Colin Murphy

Amity Borck

March 1, 2007

Loren & Leah,
I LOVED YOUR MOM! What joy she brought to everyone around her. I will never forget the ways she so graciously loved my mom when she was sick. I wish I had had more time to love your mom the same way. I'm glad they are together with their First Love. May God comfort you and fill you with His peace.
Love, Amity Borck

Claire Broome

March 1, 2007

I worked with Janis many years ago at CDC--she was such a lovely person and brought a wonderful spirit to the office and all those she worked with. I still value my memories of her, and send my sympathy and prayers to her family in their loss.

sincerely,
Claire

Laura Meek

March 1, 2007

Loren, Bobby and Leah-
I will always remember your mom's sweetness and how she made your house such a great home to spend time in as a child. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Amanda Stevenson

March 1, 2007

Leah,Loren,Ken & Bobby
I was saddened and shocked to hear about Janis'death. What a beautiful person she was. I enjoyed the times we had together and treasured her friendship and love. She was proud of all of you and loved you all dearly. My thoughts and prayers go out with you today as you grieve her loss. Remember she is now in God's hands and no longer in pain.

Amanda Stevenson

March 1, 2007

Leah,Loren,Ken & Bobby
My heart is saddened by the death of Janis. What a wonderful friend she has been and I will truly miss her. We had lots of fun together and I will truly miss her. May God bless you all at this time.

Carolyn and Bill Broucek

March 1, 2007

May you find comfort in your memories of your mother and the times she shared with you. Remember her smile and the gleam in her eyes!

Gwendolyn G Ruhlman

March 1, 2007

Loren, Bobby and Leah,

My heart is saddened as I learn of the death of Janis, a dear Mom to you and precious friend to so many. Janis has been a faithful friend to me for so many years and I treasure the memories of much laughter with her. Through the meeting of our seven year old daughters, Loren and Angela, Janis became my dear confidant of 29 years. She will be missed by so many.
My love and prayers to each of you.

Gwen Ruhlman

Gwendolyn G Ruhlman

March 1, 2007

Loren, Bobby and Leah,

My heart is saddened as I learn of the death of Janis, a dear Mom to you and precious friend to so many. Janis has been a faithful friend to me for so many years and I treasure the memories of much laughter with her. Through the meeting of our seven year old daughters, Lauren and Angela, Janis became my dear confidant of 29 years. She will be missed by so many.
My love and prayers to each of you.

Gwen Ruhlman

Ana Lynn Witherington

March 1, 2007

Loren, Bobby, Leah -- I am so sorry, shocked and so sad. What a terrific loss for everyone who knew her. I'm glad that she now has a gloriously restored body. I have such incredibly wonderful memories of firsting meeting Janis when they were building the house across the street and in all the great times we had together in The Forest when you children were young. What a very special, beautiful lady. May she rest in peace. I pray God's comfort will sustain you during this time.

Angie Mazanetz

March 1, 2007

Loren and family,

Our deepest sympathies. May God grant you and your family some peace in this time of sorrow.

The Mazanetz Family

Sheila Allgood

March 1, 2007

Leah, Loren, Bobby, Ken! Janis was truly "God's Precious Gift"! I will greatly miss her. She will always be my favorite cousin on Daddy's side of the clan. I'm here for all of you & love you. Janis, I'll see you in heaven! I love you!

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