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William Janow Obituary
May 10, 1949 - July 1, 2025
Lexington, Kentucky - William 'Bill' Arthur Janow, 76, of Lexington, KY passed away peacefully July 1, 2025. He was husband to Artie Mullen Janow for 51 years, father to Kristin Janow Santiamagro and William Ryan Janow, grandfather to Eddie Santiamagro.
Bill was known for his exuberant sense of humor. He was a graduate of Highland Heights High School '67, attended UK, where he was a member of ATO. For LFUCG, he worked rose from land surveyor to Municipal Civil Engineer. Enlisted in the Army Reserves serving in the100th Infantry Division, Navy Reserve Sea Bees, and the 190th Calvary Scout Battalion during Desert Storm. Was awarded the Army Commendation Medal twice, the Army Achievement Medal, retired as a Sergeant First Class. Bill was PTO president for several years at St. Peter Paul Schools. Was commissioned as a Kentucky Colonel. Bill served as President of the American Public Works Association Kentucky. Volunteered in numerous organizations such as 4-H, Humane Society, and Kentucky Underground.
Visitation is 5-7pm Monday, July 7, 2025 at Johnson's Funeral Home in Georgetown, KY. A celebration of life will be 11:30am July 8, 2025, burial to follow at Camp Nelson National Cemetery. Donations can be made in his name to the Humane Society.
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Dennis Duffy
July 8, 2025
I´ll always remember Bill for his friendly demeanor and willingness to spread the brotherhood of ATO.
Elizabeth Kikuchi
July 4, 2025
Sincere condolence to this family. I will remember Bill as a kind friend and a great helpful to many people he knew. I am sure he will missed by many . To the family take care and God bless you.
Bob Wiseman
July 3, 2025
What a good guy. I always looked to Bill for solid advice and guidance. We worked closely together at LFUCG for years. Many great memories . He was an important figure in establishing Ky APWA to professionalize and recognize the oft unsung hero´s of day to day Public Works across Kentucky . He was "one of the good guys" ! I thank him for all he did for me and mourn his loss along with his family. Bob Wisrman
Lovell
July 3, 2025
What a life well-lived. Thank you, Sir, for your lifetime of service.
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