Janet Eleanor Murphy

Janet was a great special education teacher. Very kind woman.

I worked with Janet at Chancellor Elementary back in the mid-80's. We got to know each other when she asked me to photograph students at the annual Special Olympics track and field competitions. Her dedication to her "kids" was wonderful to watch, using her humor and kindness every step of the way. You could count on Janet under any circumstance, including faculty meetings, happy hours, and in-services, to make you laugh. Her giggling smile lit up her twinkly eyes. She and Wilma were quite a pair to have on staff, and we'll all remember the fun those two had together bringing joy to us all. I was lucky to be part of a Trivial Pursuit group who met monthly for rousing games. Janet and Sharon always hosted the Christmas party, and it was such a treat to see all the rooms decorated with piles of goodies and treats. Wherever Janet went, she left people happy and glad to have spent time laughing with her. She will be so missed by her beloved family and I send my deepest condolences for the loss of this wonderful woman.