Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Janet Johnson Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Janet was born on July 20, 1936 in East Waterford, PA to Helen Genevieve (Jones) Clugston and George Stine Clugston. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, friend, and neighbor who will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
She graduated from Juniata Joint High School in Mifflintown, PA. After graduating, she married James Frank Johnson and moved to Delaware. In addition to being a dedicated mother, she held positions with multiple charities and also worked at H&R Block.
She is survived by her four children, Edward Johnson (Karen), Sharon Molin (Ted), Barbara Carrington (Edward), and Frank Johnson; 10 grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, James Frank Johnson, her sister, Geraldine Zeigler, and her brother, Gregg Clugston.
A memorial service to celebrate Janet Mae Johnson's life will be held on Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 10 AM for visitation and 11 AM for service at Atonement Methodist Church, 3519 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703. Additionally, a private burial will be held in Juniata County, PA.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to any charity in Janet Mae Johnson's memory, as she was a supporter of so many charities.
To offer condolences, please visit:
Gebhartfuneralhomes.com
302.798.7726
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Janet M. Johnson, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2 Entries
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Randy Van Sickle
June 16, 2025
The first time I met Janet was at her son Ed's 21st birthday party at her home in Claymont. Right away she made me feel like part of her family. She made everyone feel welcome and loved and will be sorely missed. Heaven just became a better place.
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
3401 Philadelphia Pike, Claymont, DE 19703
Make a Donation
in Janet Johnson's name
People and places connected with Janet
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Janet's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Janet Johnson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
