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1946
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2019
Janet Keith Obituary
KEY COLONY BEACH, Fla. — On August 22, 2019, Janet Keith of Key Colony Beach, Fla., formerly of Urbana, Ohio went to a better place in the heavens, after a multi-year struggle with many health issues.
She was born Janet Elaine Birt on December 2, 1946, in Union City, Indiana, to Adrainne Lavonne (nee Besecker) and Arnold Wayne Birt. She grew up in Rossburg, Ohio and graduated from Ansonia High School.
One of the things she loved most in life was Ohio Northern University, where she graduated with a B.S. in Education and was a 4-year Lady Polar Bear athlete, playing volleyball, basketball and softball.
Janet devoted her working career to serving the public as a physical education teacher, deputy sheriff and Juvenile Probation Officer.
She loved flying and the exploration of space and was a licensed private pilot and long term member of the All-Ohio 99s.
Janet is survived by her husband, Michael, of 47 years, her mother of Greenville, and her sister, Melanie Clinton , of Asheboro, N.C. and loving cat, Flash 3.
As per her wishes, there will be no public service or memorial and her ashes will occupy a special place in Ohio.
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Memories and Condolences
for Janet Keith
September 16, 2019
I worked with Janet thru two of her positions. What a smart dependable and fair person.Mike you were blessed to be with her all this time as we were to have known her. RIP Janet Skip Deane
Kathy Harrigan Bodey
September 9, 2019
Mike, I am so sorry to hear this. I have so many memories of Janet, especially our attending the Dayton Air Show & of her wonderful sense of humor.
Mindy Worthen
September 8, 2019
Mike, I'm so sorry to hear the sad news. Have missed you both all these years since you moved to Florida. Thinking of you, and all the fun times we had in the past. Hugs, Mike.
Gail Burnett
September 7, 2019
Michael..Although we fell out of touch long ago, I treasure the memories of you, Janet, Clyde and I pursuing trivia at "Packy's". My thoughts are with you.
September 7, 2019
So sorry to hear of Janet's passing. I will always remember her delightful sense of humor. She brightened many days in the workplace.
Suzy Aukerman
Sadie Moore
September 7, 2019
Sad to lose a friend and fellow public service worker from years ago. You will be missed. Godspeed to a loving soul.
Patsy Clark
September 6, 2019
I have many fond memories of Janet as we grew to adulthood. Think of her often and will continue to do so.
Susie M. (Heatherly) Birt Hillison
August 27, 2019
So sorry to learn of this news tonight. I, like so many others, have such grand happy memories spent with Janet. Her bigger than life joyful smile will always and forever come to light with her name, for me. And now knowing that Janet is a distant cousin to my three daughters and their children, I'll be sure to make sure they too will continue to remember Janet to their descendants. My sympathies to Mike and all of Janet & Mike's family, neighbors, co-workers, friends and all she came in contact with. R.I.P. my dear friend. You'll always be just a joyful memory away for me.
Jana Champ
August 27, 2019
RIP Janet. Thank you for so many great laughs. Love you.
Jana Champ
August 27, 2019
So sad to learn of Janet's passing. Many fond & happy memories running through my mind all day. RIP dear Janet. Love you, old friend. Prayers for you, Mike.
Dennis, Brendae & Patrick Keith
August 24, 2019
We love you Janet. May you rest in peace.
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