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Janet Steyh Obituary
She was born in Elmira, N.Y., on Oct. 11, 1958. Janet graduated from Lenape Valley H.S. and went on to earn her bachelor's degree in nutrition from Montclair State University. She was married to Adolf Steyh on Oct.22, 1988.
Besides spending time with her family, Janet had a few other loves of life. She was a faithful member of the Andover Presbyterian Church since 1993, and continued worshiping with the congregation virtually when she could no longer attend services in person. She enjoyed being involved in every aspect of the church, from teaching Sunday school to singing in the choir, participating in Vacation Bible School and working in the Second-Hand Store. Janet also treasured the outdoors. She relished skiing in the winter, water sports in the summer and going for hikes through the northern New Jersey State Parks. Later in life, she enjoyed motorcycle rides, traveling all over the tri-state area. While Janet's hobbies changed over the years, her love of crafting was always present. She made beautiful quilts, needle point, crocheted and created yearly memory books that her family will cherish always.
She is survived by her loving husband, Adolf Steyh; son, John Steyh and his wife, Paula; mother, Barbara Lee Johansen; four sisters, Linda Lee Wrisley and her husband, Kenneth, Donna Lee Johansen-Cross and her husband, David, Karen Lee Palatini, and Debra Lee Murrow and her husband, David; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Janet was predeceased by her father, John Johansen.
A memorial service to celebrate Janet's life will be planned once the rules and regulations due to the ongoing pandemic have been lifted. We ask that donations be made to Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice in Janet's memory at www.karenannquinlanhospice.org. Arrangements are under the direction of the Iliff-Ruggiero Funeral Home, 156 Main St. (Rt. 206), Newton. Online condolences may be offered through www.iliff-ruggierofuneralhome.com.
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Carol Wolters
June 17, 2020
Dear Adolf and John, So sad to hear about Janet's passing. We offer our deepest sympathy. I always loved seeing her at the church thrift shop! Her kind manner and smile always made my day better!!
Thinking of you, Luke and Carol Wolters
Debra Murrow
June 11, 2020
Janet was calm and consistent, she was my oldest sister so I really got look up to her as she was the 1st to go to college and forge the way. I will miss her presence in our midst. God bless you Adolf and John thank you for loving Janet as you did and always will. Love Debra
Nancy Carrasco
June 11, 2020
Adolf and John,
We are so sorry to hear of Janets passing. She was so brave....
May god bless you all and know we are thinking of you. May Janet be looking over us with a full heart.
John and Nancy Carrasco
Dave Murrow
June 10, 2020
To Adolf and John, and the extended Steyh and Johansen families, my deepest condolences to you in this time of loss. I pray that Janet is in a better place and no longer suffering. Sending prayers for you all during these days. Dave
Louis M. Masucci, Jr.
June 8, 2020
Adolph: May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Janet was a great friend and I loved working with her. May she rest in peace. I will keep your family in my prayers.
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