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Jacob Janiak Obituary
On January 1, 2015, Jacob Edward Janiak, of Parkton, loving son of Ed and Terri Janiak; dear brother of Jen and Zach Janiak; cherished grandson of Jean and Joe Pollitt, Gloria and the late Edward Janiak, Sr.; treasured nephew of Cindy and Lou Seabrease, Brenda Scribner, Janet and James Duke, Steve Janiak, Rich and Roberta Foard; cousin of Adam and Allison Seabrease, Wesley and Rachel Scribner, Harry, Megan and Sam Foard. Also survived by many loving relatives and friends. The Janiaks are so grateful for the outpouring of love and offers of support they have received. Family and friends will celebrate Jake's life at the family owned Evans Funeral Chapel & Cremation Services - Monkton, 16924 York Rd.(York & Monkton Rds. - Hereford), Monkton on Saturday from 3-5 & 7-9 PM. A memorial service will be held 3 PM Sunday at Grace Fellowship Church-Shrewsbury. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Jake's name may be made to Woodberry Crossing, a farm where Jake volunteered and worked to enrich the lives of urban children, youth and families with the opportunity to experience nature, 925 Stablersville Road, Parkton, MD 21120. Memory tributes may be sent to the family at www.evansfuneralchapel.com
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Alyssa Ehrsam
December 31, 2022
Terri, Ed, and Zach,
Sending our love and prayers on this day and every day. Jake's huge smile and fun loving personality is imprinted on our hearts along with everyone he knew and loved. May the love of friends and family continue carry you through your grief- lean on us as you need to. We love you all.
Love,
Alyssa, Fritz, Becke and Anya
Barbara Baer Commander
January 26, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of your loss! I hope you find some comfort in the memories of your beloved son.
ryan a
January 15, 2015
Janiak family,
The little time that we spent togther at wvu was awesome. I didn't have many friends there, but Jake made me feel welcome and he was a good friend. Real people like jake are hard to find in this world. I will miss him dearly, and I appreciate all the time we had together. May you find peace in all the great memories he has created in our lives.
January 13, 2015
Dear Terri and Ed, We are so very, very sorry to hear of Jake's passing. Although we never had the privilege of meeting Jake, Alyssa.spoke of what a great person he was. Please know we care and that you are in our thoughts and prayers during the very difficult times ahead. Love and prayers, Alice and Reggie Beckett
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Teresa Thomas
January 13, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss
January 11, 2015
Ed, Terri, Jen, & Zach,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for all of you. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Kim Hill
The Pusloskie Family
January 10, 2015
Our deepest sympathy. The special happiness that Jake shared with everyone will always be remembered and missed
Trina Carroll
January 10, 2015
Dear Terri and Family,
Just wanted you to know that I'm thinking about you during this sad time! Oxox
January 10, 2015
Our deepest sympathy is with your entire family. We will always remember Jake and his great spirit and energy. He was a joy to know.
Jane, Dwayne, Dan and Tim Weaver
Parkton, MD
Jared Overtoom
January 10, 2015
You were my best friend. I love you Jake Janiak. Not many are lucky enough to have a guardian angel like you.
Rick Jenkins
January 9, 2015
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Vicki Shields
January 9, 2015
Jake had such a light about him; his laugh was contagious and he could put a smile on anyone's face. He was a student I will never forget. My condolences to the Janiak family and to all who love him.
Debbie Bell
January 9, 2015
Terri & Family,
I cannot imagine what your family is going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With our sincerest and deepest sympathy.
The Bell Family
Rivera Family
January 9, 2015
Janiak Family,
Our hearts ache for the loss of your young man. Know that you have been in our thoughts and prayers. Love and strength to your family.
Colleen Fallano
January 8, 2015
Dear Terri,
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
January 8, 2015
Terri-
I can't believe this news--I can only guess that God must have needed an angel for you all and for the kids whose lives Jake touched.
Sharon Lanzi Bateman
January 8, 2015
I loved the summers with Jake at Woodberry Crossing. He brought joy, kindness and humor to the staff and to hundreds of children.
Sincerest condolences,
Cindy Woodruff
Peace Study Center
Mixhelle Beaghan ( Heavel )
January 8, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Mazzellas
January 7, 2015
To the Janiak Family,
We send you our love, prayers of support, and a light of hope.
Scott Brazinski
January 7, 2015
Dear Janiak family,
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. Knowing the kindness and love of family and life that Ed has, I am certain that Jake treasured his time with you and had a wonderful life. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerest Condolences, The Brazinski Family
January 7, 2015
Ed and Terri, our hearts broke when Temple told us of Jake's passing. I can't imagine what you all must be going through right now. Please know that our prayers are with your family. I remember long Saturdays on the football field in Hereford and Jake's innate ability to get everyone laughing. He always had a smile. My Father was also heartbroken to hear the news and offers his deepest condolences as well. If there is anything we can do for your family please don't hesitate to ask.
-Hina, Temple, Tripp, Chloe' and the biggest Hereford Bulls football fan Keith aka "Papa"
Heather Nale
January 7, 2015
Ed, Terri, Zack and family
All of you are in our thoughts and Prayers during this time. Our hearts are broken to hear of Jake's passing. With love and deepest sympathy, Heather, Jeff & Samantha Nale
January 6, 2015
Terri and Ed, how I loved being part of Jake's life when he was little and how much richer am I for havin known him. Leah and I and our whole family grieve for your loss. We remember Jake forever and his hot bologna, mustard and mayo sandwiches that got him through his kindergarten year at our house! Love to you, and Jen and Zach.
-Joanna Bell and family
Yvonne Jenkins
January 6, 2015
Dear Janiak Family
We can not express how sorry we are.
Our sons Luke and Zack have become such wonderful friends over these last few years and we consider you our extended family. You will be in our prayers each day.
Stephanie, Gerry, Patrick and Maeve Kearns
January 6, 2015
Dear Teri, ED and Zack, Although we haven't seen each other in a while, we don't forget. We always assume there is plenty of time. I have learned in the most difficult way, in my own family, that this is not true. We have right now. You are in our hearts, thoughts and prayers as you travel this painful road and if we can do anything to make your burden lighter, you only need to ask.
Linda Childress-Wilson
January 6, 2015
There are no words. God bless your family.. so very sorry for your loss.
Christopher Wantuch
January 6, 2015
Dear Janiak Family,
Almost every conversation I have had with Ed usually finds him talking about his children. That said, I cannot imagine the sorrow that you as a family are experiencing now. But knowing Ed as I do, I can only imagine that together you will endure this very difficult time. My thoughts at prayers are with all of you during this time.
Duron Jones
January 6, 2015
Dearest Janiak Family,
May the love and support of family and friends lift you during this difficult time. May God's grace & peace rain apon your family & stregthen you. Our thoughts & prayers are with you!
Regards,
Duron
Brenda Kahl
January 6, 2015
Words cannot describe what the Janiak family is currently enduring. Ed, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during the trying time. My deepest condolences for your loss.
Michele Murphy
January 6, 2015
I offer my sincerest condolences to Jake's family. His larger than life personality and his gentle loving heart will be remembered by all who have known and loved him.
Eleezeh Safarians
January 6, 2015
Dear Janiak Family
Please accept my deepest condolences on this tragic loss. May God give you the Strenght you need to get through this. Jake is not gone he was an angle that came to this world and he was been called upon to watch over all of you and protect you. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Patti Maus
January 6, 2015
Our deepest sympathy to the Janiak family. While I did not know Jake personally, he was part of the WVU family, which makes us all family. Our thoughts are with you. Sincerely WVU Central Maryland Parent Club.
Chris Doles
January 6, 2015
Ed, I have not known you for long but I know good people when I meet them and I'm devistated to hear of your loss. Know that all of us are thinking and praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
Tim and Nancy Neary
January 6, 2015
Jean, Joe and all the Janiak family, we know just how deep you love and devotion has always been towards one another, and grieve this great loss with you. We pray that the Lord will comfort you. The Lord is close to the broken hearted!
Karen Byrd-Gibson
January 6, 2015
Our prayers and thoughts are with you in the time of your lost. Take one day at a time may God give you strength to face tomorrow. Karen Byrd-Gibson Receptionist Phi Delta Theta Headquarters.
January 5, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss and pray peace will replace your heartache. Believing with you in God's promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Romans 15:13 Love and Deepest Sympathy, The Franz Family
Barbara Willette
January 5, 2015
Jake was one of the most delightful students I have ever taught. He was friendly to everyone and enjoyed learning. I extend my sympathy to his family and extensive group of friends. It is sad for all of us to lose this ray of sunshine.
Debbie Ford
January 5, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Janiak family.
Eva Lorber (Garrett's Aunt)
January 5, 2015
My heart hurts for the Janiak family and Jake's friends. May you feel God's presence and love more than ever and find some comfort knowing that Jake is with Jesus watching over you and feeling the love.
January 5, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss. Jake was a fun, friendly, caring person. He is going to be missed.
January 5, 2015
Dear Janaik's and family, We are so sad to hear of Jake's passing. I have many fond memories of him at Central. Much love to you all. May the God of comfort be with you. Deb and Mark Dininno
Marlene Torbeck
January 5, 2015
I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I share your pain as I also lost a 19 year old son. Please know your family is in my prayers.
January 5, 2015
As members of the Central Presbyterian Church, we are deeply saddened by the loss of Jake Janiak, grandson of our fellow members Joe and Jean Pollitt. We were so sorry to hear of the passing of such a young man. Our prayers are for all of you. God be with you. Bill and Jane Wiesand.
garrett radcliffe
January 5, 2015
Hey bud I known your looking down on us, you have so many people helping out your parents and Zach with this and I'm sure thatbyoubwould be happy with that. I just cannot believe that your gone but your family keeps reminding me that your in a better place and that makes it easier to deal with the fact that I'm never going to see my one true best friend ever again. So many people love you jake I know I did, you and Zach are my brothers to the end of days and 's Terry and Mr ed you guys are my second parents. I love you guys so much and I'm so sorry for this very special gift that has been stolen from you guys. Just remember that you guys have a lot of support from your friends and family so don't ever want you guys to feel alone and scared or upset because jake wouldn't want that. I love you all so much and I'm always there for you. And jake man you are in my thoughts all the time I just keep thinking of all the good times that we had and all the good memories we made. You new how to make people laugh and smile and that's why everyone loved you and became so close with you. All in all you were a great person and an even Vetter friend and I'm so sorry that this had to happen to you but I hope it comforts you in heaven that your family is in my prayers at all times and that I'm going to be there for them like I was there for you anytime you needed it, I love you all so much and stay strong you know that's what jake would want.
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