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Janet Tornabene Obituary
She was born in Bennington, Dec. 28, 1942. She was the daughter of the late Joseph H. and Anna D. (Millett) Thompson. She received her early education in Pownal and was a 1960 graduate of Hoosick Falls High School.
Janet married Joseph J. Tornabene Sr. at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in North Pownal, Sept. 5, 1960.
Janet enjoyed the warm weather. She especially enjoyed spending the winter months at their home in Ponce Inlet, Fla., and her summers at their home on Lake George, N.Y. She had a Zest for life beyond most as she enjoyed creating celebrations for family and friends. “Mamma” is remembered by all as a great listener, excellent cook and loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She is especially remembered for her charming whit and exhuberance.
Survivors include her husband, Joseph J. Tornabene Sr., of Pownal; two daughters, Jennifer Cook of Pownal and Jessica Baldwin and Ronald of Williamstown, Mass.; a son, Joseph Tornabene Jr., and Dawn of Pownal; nine grandchildren Austin Turner, Bree and Ryan Cook, Matthew and Samantha Baldwin, Isabella and Joseph Tornabene III, and Megan and Erin Therrien; three sisters, Joan Montgomery of Florida, Judith Wallace of Virginia, and Joyce Campbell of Bennington; several nieces, nephews and cousins. She was pre-deceased by a brother, John Thompson.
The funeral will be held from the Mahar and Son Funeral Home on Tuesday Nov. 13, 2007, at 10:15 a.m. with a prayer and then from Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church at 11 a.m. where the Mass of Resurrection will be offered.
The burial will take place in the family lot in Oak Hill Cemetery in Pownal.
Friends may call at the Mahar and Son Funeral Home on Monday, Nov. 12, 2007 from 4 to 8 p.m., when the family will be in attendance.
If friends desire, contributions in memory of Janet A. Tornabene may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church through the office of the Mahar and Son Funeral Home, 628 Main St., Bennington, VT 05201.
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Memories and Condolences
for Janet Tornabene
Amber Lafontaine
November 18, 2007
Joe, Jody, Jess, Jen and family,
I am sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
Scott Wetsel
November 16, 2007
The Tornabene Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Jans passing. She was a unique and witty person. We are gonna miss sitting on the deck listening to Jan reminisce about her loving family. The many stories she could tell of her and Joe, Jody, Jessica, Alexandra and Matt.
She will be missed in everyday life but will always hold a spot in our hearts.
The Wetsel Family
Nicole Daniels
November 14, 2007
So sorry for your loss. God Bless you and your family in this trying time.
Cathy Allen
November 14, 2007
Jennifer and family: So sorry to read of your Mom's passing.Jennifer, You are in my thoughts
Gayle Brownell Magisano
November 14, 2007
To the Tornabene family ~ my deepest sympathy on Janet's death. I remember her at HFCS ~ she was a senior and I an incoming freshman ~ most gracious and caring ~ had a study hall with her ~ she and Charlene were helpful in making a freshman feel comfortable ~ that always remained with me how they shared their warmth and caring. She was a true inspiration!
"When someone you love
becomes a Memory
The memory becomes a Treasure"
Danny & Susan O'Brien
November 13, 2007
Joe,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michelle (Barcomb) Suchecki
November 13, 2007
Big Joe & Family,
My thoughts and sympathy are with you during this time of loss. My memories of Jan are filled with fun loving and happy times. She was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to you and the family.
Sincerely,
Michelle (Barcomb) Suchecki
Stephen Hooks
November 13, 2007
Joe, Jody, Jessica and Jennifer,
Our condolences go out to you and the family. I just heard yesterday and was very sad to hear about Jan. I had so many fond memories of Jan and growing up with you guys that I will never forget. Our prayers are with you always.
Love,
Steve, Jean, Zachary and Logan
Charlene Fisk
November 12, 2007
I graduated with Janet from HFHS and ran into her once in a while through the years but had no idea she was also fighting the cancer battle. She will be missed but not forgotten by all those who loved her.
Jaime Abbiatti
November 12, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss, words can not express just what Mamma meant to all of us. She was a grandmother to me and many other people. She is going to be greatly missed. She is one of the kindest, open hearted, greatest people I have ever know. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Lots of Love,
Kevin Bisaccio
November 12, 2007
Dear Joe,Jennifer,Jessica,Jody and Family:
My Deepest Sympathy at Janet's Passing. She was a wonderful woman and will very much be missed by all.You are in my thoughts and prayers.
In Sympathy,
Kevin Bisaccio
Paul Eason
November 12, 2007
My sincere condolences to all the family and friends of Jan. I met Jan through her nephew, Terry Trottier, almost 25 years ago. Certainly Jan will be sadly missed, however she created many wonderful memories for all who knew and loved her to recall with a warm smile and a special feeling with love in your heart!
Jeanne Mintrone
November 12, 2007
Dearest Tornabene Family,
Please know that we are very sorry to hear of Jan's passing. She was a wonderful woman and will remain in our hearts and thoughts for years to come. We know it is a difficult time for your family but please remember you are all loved and we are sending you are sincerest condolences and prayers.
The Mintrone Family
Bill Leonard
November 12, 2007
To Joe,Jennifer,Jessica,Jody and family. Our deepest sympathy to you for the loss of a very special loved one.We want you to know that we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow.We did not have the pleasure of knowing Jan as we do you,but we are sure she was a very special lady. Please take care.
Bill and Patty leonard
Lori-Ann Morrissey
November 12, 2007
Big Joe, Jody, Jessica and Jennifer,
We heard the sad news about Jan yesterday, and have been thinking about her with fond memories. No one will ever top her as the "Queen of Lake George Dock Fest!" She always had a soft spot in her heart for the underdog and personally helped me through some tough times as a kid.She was a very special person who shared her joy for life with everyone she met. We are thinking of you all, and send our deepest condolences.
norman fierro
November 12, 2007
Joe and Family, Our Condolences go out to you at this time on the lose of your wife and mother. Fran will always remember Jan, how you and she treated her at her time of trouble. Jan will be in our daily prayers: God Bless:
Fran(Fierro)Baker -Norm Fierro
Norman Fierro
November 11, 2007
Dear Joe and Family, Our Condolences go out to all of you at this time. Fran will always remember Jan and you Joe for your kindness at her troubled time. Jan will be remembered in our daily prayers. God Be with all of you:
Love: Fran(Fierro) Baker And
Brother: Norm Fierro
Dave Lennon
November 10, 2007
Joe, Dawn and Erin and family,
Please accept out deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. May you find comfort in the happy memories that you have had.
Dave, Heidi and Shannon Lennon
Linda Collyer
November 10, 2007
Jen,Jess,Joe: I remember when your Mom started this battle many years ago. She was an inspiration of courage and strength then and will continue to be. Our thoughts are with you.
Linda & Danielle Collyer
Joe Tomasello
November 10, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time. Your long time friends, Joe Linda Deb Dee and Joey Tomasello
November 9, 2007
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Janet was special lady. A true delight to know. Her quit wit and friendly nature made us love her. She will be greatly missed.
Sincerely, Charlene, Jackie, Regina, Dennis, and Sabrina.
Mony Whitton
November 9, 2007
Joyce,I'm sorry for your loss.I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.God bless
November 9, 2007
Joe, Jody, Dawn & Family
Sorry to hear about Janet. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Dee, Bruce, & Boys
Carla & Bob Marceau
November 9, 2007
Joe and entire family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please call if there is anything you need us to do.
Rosanna Neal
November 9, 2007
The Tornabene Family,
We want to give you all our heart felt condolences for your loss. She will be greatly missed, our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Randy Brookman & Rosanna Neal
Floyd Amidon
November 9, 2007
Unfortunately I only knew Jan for a short time. A short time is all it took to know what kind of person she was. Kind, friendly, caring, loving, and willing to go out of her way to make everyone happy. The world truly needs more people in it like Jan. May god rest her sole and watch over her!
Sharon Shepard
November 9, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.
Sharon A. Shepard
Vt. Dept. of Liquor Control
Gary & Antoinette Todd
November 9, 2007
Joe & Jody We are sorry to hear of your loss of a loving and caring wife and mother. May you hold close to your heart all the loveing memorys of your loved one. Know that she is in a better place with our loveing god whom has taken her from the pain she was in. Until you go to meet her someday remember that she is that angel resting upon your should guilding you every day..
Charleene and Bill Berard
November 9, 2007
Joe, Jen, Jes And Jody,
Know that our prayers are with you at this time and we we will continue to keep Jan and all of you in our prayers. Much Love always, Charleene and Bill Berard
Georgia Bain
November 9, 2007
Joe Jennifer and Jessica,
So sorry to hear about your mother,
my prayers are with you all
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