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Janet Reichert Obituary
Janet Marilyn Reichert
She leaves behind her three beloved children, Colleen (Elliott) Linder, John Cole and Eric Cole; Grammy to seven grandchildren, Colten, Cayden, Chase, Jack, Easton, Presley and Mason; sisters, Linda Perrine and Janet Perry; best friend, Jo Baker; and the love of her life, Peter Lund.
Jan, a woman of God, raised her three adored children while working at the Bon Marche. She was a second Mom to many, the "glue" of the family and made an impact on everyone she met with her sense of humor, loving spirit and her kind hearted generosity was unmatched as she went out of her way to help others. A volunteer at the Children's Museum, granchildren's schools and Domestic Violence Shelter.
She had a love for travel with her favorite places being Maui, Vegas, Disneyland, Chelan and Ocean Park.
A memorial celebration will be held on Sunday, May 22, from 1:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the home of Colleen Linder in Snohomish, WA. For information email [email protected].
Please make any remembrances to Imagine Children's Museum.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Janet Reichert
Jerry Perrine
May 9, 2021
Remembering my Sister in Law and all the fun times we had. She is definitely missed!
Marge Cunningham
May 22, 2011
Coleen, John and Eric..Janet was such a good freind, all the many years you kids where growing up , at our houses there in Lynnwood. I have many good memories of her, and will miss knowing she is not with us any more. I am so glad I was able to visit with her one last time, at your house Coleen, It was such a nice visit after all these years. Was so glad to have that opportunity. She will be missed!
For the smiles you left in our hearts, For the joy you placed in your children's hearts, For the Peace I know you have in Heaven. We will all walk tog
Coleen Fernandes
May 19, 2011
May 18, 2011
Colleen,
I'll be there with you on Sunday in spirit. Praying that God will comfort you & give you peace . My heart goes out to you...Love & hugs. Nonnie
Shelley Nettles
May 16, 2011
Colleen, John, and Eric:
Your mom was indeed a wonderful person with a very special heart. It was very obvious to me the first time I met her (probably like 28 years ago?) that she loved and adored the 3 of you. She was always kind to me, and offering to lend an ear if I even remotely looked sad. After the first meeting, I didn't expect her to remember my name, but she did! Every time I saw her, she asked about my children and showed genuine concern for how I was doing, even on the days when she herself was not feeling well. Heaven has truly gained a special Angel.
Linda Perrine
May 15, 2011
Sis time goes to fast in life.You think you will always have plenty of time to say all the things that you wanted to say. You could make me laugh over the silliest things. You gave us so many memories of Lake Chelan and how many Labor days we had spent together with our famlies. I love You,gone to soon.
Linda Federer
May 15, 2011
Dear Colleen: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.
Colleen Linder
May 15, 2011
Dear Momma, It's been just a week since we handed you over to God in Heaven and it feels like an eternity to me. I see and feel you everywhere I look. The tears have not stopped. Your numerous phone calls, little care packages of sweet nothings, the "i love you very much Sweet Pea" before ending a call, are no longer; however, your smile, stories, and legacy go on forever. Your love and devotion to me and the boy's was beyond measure. You were my biggest fan, my rock, best friend, and the only "constant" in my life. I regret not telling you this every single day what you mean to me but I know that we have no doubt how strong and how much we loved one another. You gave us everything you had and although you struggled in raising us, you made sure we never went without a single thing, even at the cost of putting yourself last on the list. We were your "everything" and we felt that. Growing up with you as a Mom made life full of adventure, fun, and more love then anyone could ever hope for. Your friends & family always knew you had their back and that you would go out of your way to do or give to them, and even to strangers. I especially loved that you always were in everyone's corner & especially the "underdogs" in life. You always told me how proud you were of me however, it was you that taught me resourcefulness, creativity, fun, compassion, strength, and love for life & people. I pray that you are forever happy, that you can look down from above & see how much you are adored, loved, and missed and that because of you your family stands stronger and more united then ever because we know above all how meaningful that was to you. Life without you physically is unimaginable & unbearable but I hold out knowing that one day we will walk together again in a Heaven, where pain no longer exists. You were the best Wife, Friend, Sister, Grammy & Mommy....ever, ever, ever! I was the luckiest one to have been blessed as you for a Mom! I miss you and love you to the moon and back again. Your passing on Mother's Day was appropriate as this was and will always be known as YOUR day. Love you with all my heart,your one and only...Baby Girl
Tori Perry
May 15, 2011
Aunt Janet was a big part of my life growing up her strength and attitude on life is stay strong love one another and never give up. She is up with alot of amazing people now sharing her wisdom and telling on us.(LOL)
We Love you AJ your a part of so many of our lives.
Coleen Fernandes
May 15, 2011
Dearest Colleen, I was so touched by your story of standing by your Mother through some of her toughest hours of her life. I remember what that feels like and it takes great love and strength to journey with a loved one that way.My prayers continue for your family. I loved your Mom's laugh and love for family. Blessings of Peace and continued healing. Coleen and Family
Colleen Linder
May 15, 2011
Dear Momma, It's been just a week since we handed you over to God in Heaven and it feels like an eternity to me. I see and feel you everywhere I look. The tears have not stopped. Your numerous phone calls, little care packages of sweet nothings, the "i love you very much Sweet Pea" before ending a call, are no longer; however, your smile, stories, and legacy go on forever. Your love and devotion to me and the boy's was beyond measure. You were my biggest fan, my rock, best friend, and the only "constant" in my life. I regret not telling you this every single day what you mean to me but I know that we have no doubt how strong and how much we loved one another. You gave us everything you had and although you struggled in raising us, you made sure we never went without a single thing, even at the cost of putting yourself last on the list. We were your "everything" and we felt that. Growing up with you as a Mom made life full of adventure, fun, and more love then anyone could ever hope for. Your friends & family always knew you had their back and that you would go out of your way to do or give to them, and even to strangers. I especially loved that you always were in everyone's corner & especially the "underdogs" in life. You always told me how proud you were of me however, it was you that taught me resourcefulness, creativity, fun, compassion, strength, and love for life & people. I pray that you are forever happy, that you can look down from above & see how much you are adored, loved, and missed and that because of you your family stands stronger and more united then ever because we know above all how meaningful that was to you. Life without you physically is unimaginable & unbearable but I hold out knowing that one day we will walk together again in a Heaven, where pain no longer exists. You were the best Wife, Friend, Sister, Grammy & Mommy....ever, ever, ever! I was the luckiest one to have been blessed as you for a Mom! I miss you and love you to the moon and back again. Your passing on Mother's Day was appropriate as this was and will always be known as YOUR day. Love you with all my heart,your one and only...Baby Girl
Jo Baker
May 15, 2011
Janet was so full of life that I know that she is still with us guiding us and sending us instructions. I will miss you my forever friend. Thank you for sharing the good times and the bad and for setting an example of what a wonderful Mother and Grandother is.
I love you and miss you. Jo
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