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Janet Sloan Obituary
Janet M. Sloan passed away on May 1, 2015 at the age of 86.
Janet is survived by her loving husband of 65 years Ray Sloan; sister Nancy Foti (Andras); children Nancy Hamner (Nat), Carol MacDonald (Reggie), Laurie Sloan (Frank Noelker), and Andy Sloan (Amy Gugig); and granddaughters Kelley Berning, Maggie MacDonald, Catherine Hamner, Abby MacDonald, and Annie Hamner.
Janet was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on June 12, 1928 to Catherine and Earl S. Kelley. At the age of 9, Janet moved with her family to Los Angeles, California. Janet met Ray Sloan when they were both attending UCLA. They were married in 1949.
Janet traveled the world by her husband's side, visiting 30 countries before Ray's retirement from the Continental Group in 1985. She loved painting, spending time with family, and socializing with her husband and their many friends. Janet had a genuine curiosity about the world and enjoyed learning about history and nature.
A memorial service will be held at 12 noon on May 30, 2015 at Saint Michael Church, 469 North Street Greenwich, Connecticut. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the American Red Cross. To leave an online condolence please visit www.leopgallaghergreenwich.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Matthew Peterson
May 23, 2015
Dear Sloan Family, I offer my condolences. She had great spirit and was very kind when I met her at Andy and Amy's wedding.
george poillon, jr
May 11, 2015
Dear Ray, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Janet was a beautiful person and I know she will be missed.My sincere condolences to you and your family. Sincerely, George M. Poillon, jr
joan haughs
May 4, 2015
so sorry to hear the news of Janet's passing. she was the ultimate lady and I feel blessed to have her in my life. She made our bowling group at GCC so much fun..always dressed like a model. funny stories to tell and an all around classy woman. We at GCC will miss her. condolences to Ray and family.
Micki & Jerry Lee
May 4, 2015
We are deeply sorry to receive the sad news about Janet Sloan. She was a delightful person and a great friend. She will be sorely missed by our "GCC Friday night group". Our thoughts are with Ray and the Sloan family at this difficult time.
Maggie MacDonald
May 3, 2015
I love you grandma. I'll see you again someday.
Maggie MacDonald
May 3, 2015
I am more than blessed to call you my grandma. I love you always and forever. Rest in peace my angel, I'll see you again.
May 3, 2015
4 incredible children, 5 beautiful granddaughters is no mistake. Janet was the inspiration to all of us and it shows in her legacy. Blessed to be part of this wonderful family. Reggie
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