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Janet attended the University of Georgia, majoring in horticulture followed by an MBA, and she returned to Minneapolis for her career in information technology, working for Arthur Andersen/Andersen Consulting and various freelance technology projects. In 1990, she moved to Atlanta, marrying her husband of 32 years, Bruce D. Voelker, in 1991.
Moving to Charlotte in 1996, Janet devoted her time and energy to her two passions – her family and her garden. She raised two wonderful daughters, Rebecca Lee and Magdalen (Maggie) Louise, who were the most important people in her life, bringing her joy, happiness and pride every time she saw them. And she spent her time in the garden, where she loved to "play in the dirt", creating an oasis of natural beauty that brought her and many others much comfort. A gentle rain, a new bloom, and the springtime awakening of her garden gave her peace.
Janet was loved by many, including her husband Bruce and daughters Rebecca and Maggie, as well as her sisters Sigrid Sanders (Clate) and Susan Coleman (Ted) and her brother Rob Gayvert (Barb) along with many sisters and brothers in law, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, and cousins, as well as many, many friends from all times of her life. She left her mark on everyone she met, and she will be dearly missed.
The family will receive visitors at Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary, 248 Rigewood Ave in Charlotte from 5:30-7:30pm on May 19, 2024. A Celebration of Life service officiated by the Rev. Dr. Scott Suskovic will be held on May 20, 2024 at 2pm at Christ Lutheran Church in Charlotte, 4519 Providence Road. In lieu of flowers, gifts in honor of Janet can be made to Wing Haven Garden and Bird Sanctuary, 248 Ridgewood Avenue, Charlotte NC 28209.
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Amy Coleman
May 20, 2024
I first met Janet in the early 1980´s. I was around 12, and her sister Susan became my dear stepmom. She was always so friendly and caring and enthusiastic. I looked up to her so much and thought she was one of the coolest people on the planet! She would bring gifts for us girls - some thoughtful and amazing book that spoke to my heart like the illustrated Jane Eyre or the works of T.S. Elliot. She had the best laugh, and I loved to have deep conversations with her. I was so happy to be there for her wedding to Bruce! I could tell how much she loved him and how well-suited they were for one another. I remember Maggie and Rebecca as children, playing with my own little daughter. They were so delightful and kind - just like Janet. My daughter whispered, "I think they are my sisters!" She loved them so! I wished I would have had the opportunity to spend more time with Janet! I smiled every time I thought of her or came across some treasure she gave me. I know everyone who knew her is so grateful for the loved she shared. I´ll miss her, and I´ll continue to pray for her sweet family.
Sha Tate
May 19, 2024
Our girls were in elementary school together! My first vivid memory of Janet was at a parents party in ballentyne. I remember her laughing and laughing and I thought- wow! This lady´s fun! and so sweet! She was always someone who welcomed seeing me with a huge smile and her heart was so full of warmth and love.
I´m very grateful to have gotten to talk to her just weeks before her passing. This really doesn´t seem real and I´m so sorry she´s gone. Her beautiful family will miss her so much. We all will.
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