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for Janet Dares
Rick Gallioto
January 26, 2024
I'll never forget Ms. Janet, or Mr. Ervin. Like another
set of parents for me.
Craig Cortello
February 19, 2011
Pardon the length of these sentiments, but I regret that I wasn't able to attend the service and there's a lot to say. Ms. Janet was one of the pillars of our neighborhood, and it feels as though there's a void on Edenborn St. now. She was the sweetest lady I've ever known, and my heart goes out to Mr. Irvin, Pat, Jamie, Sandy, David, Kevin, and your extended families.
It is said that those who are remembered are never really gone. So many fond memories of the Dares family and Ms. Janet - too many to mention but most vividly, my trip to the camp on Lake Salvador which included my first plane ride and hanging with the kids in the 'hood late into the night during the summers in the 70's with parents yelling from the front porch, "It's time to come in."
But mostly I remember that any time that I was in the vicinity of the Dares residence during meal time, I was included. It wasn't an option to say no. If you were a friend of the Dares family, your WERE their family. It was that simple. And as we all know, Ms. Janet was the glue that bonded your family.
Please know that the thoughts and prayers of the extended Cortello family are with you all.
Becky Gonzalez
February 7, 2011
Irvin,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We used to see you both at St. Benilde at mass and adoration. May God help you and your whole family at this difficult time. With deepest sympathy, Becky and Carlos Gonzalez
Scott and Kate Butler
February 4, 2011
Uncle Irv and cousins, we are all better people for having been blessed by Aunt Janet's patience, understanding and appreciation for God's presence in our lives. I remember Nanny's excitement for our Bi-Centennial poster contests at The Refuge and the Penny-Fairs on the porch on Bode Street and Friday evening picnics at the lafefront. Aunt Janet's beautiful smile will remain a wonderful memory we can all think back on and find strength, regardless of what life sends our way. More snow than we've seen here kept us home but please know everyone is in our thoughts and prayers.
February 4, 2011
We were so sorry to hear of Janet's passing. We were old friends in our teen years. She will be in our prayers.
Phyllis and Johnny Sharai
Peggy Allange
February 3, 2011
Kevin, Dawn and Family,
We are truly sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Mike & Peggy Allange and Family
Anne Gindre
February 3, 2011
It is with a deep sorrow that we have learned Aunt Janet passed away. We share your sadness. We will always remember her kindness, her joy in life, her hospitality, her generosity and her cheerfullness. Our love and prayers are with you all. Here in France, we think of you all during this time of loss. With all our love, from your French family.
Anne and family Gindre
February 3, 2011
It is with a deep sorrow that we have learned Aunt Janet passed away. We share your sadness. We will always remember her kindness, her joy in life, her hospitality, her generosity and her cheerfullness. Our love and prayers are with you all. Here in France, we think of you all during this time of loss. With all our love, from your French family.
February 2, 2011
Janet Fontenelle will be remembered in our thoughts and prayers....both her and her family was always very kind to us in Slidell when they came to their summer home years ago....the family was very special and holy....Sorry about your lost...The Garica Family....Slidell, Louisiana...
Agabita Garcia Rowe 985 639-0165
Leslie Frommeyer Bieganowski
February 2, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lesley McMullen
February 2, 2011
Momom was a great lady who put herself first before others. You couldn't ask for kinder person. She will be greatly missed,
Ira & Darlene Delesdernier
February 2, 2011
Our condolences to Irvin, Sandy, and entire family for their great loss. If Janet is "judged in Heaven" by her "great deeds" on earth, she should have her WINGS already
Rick Gallioto
February 2, 2011
Our love and prayers are with you all. Thinking of you guys and remembering all of the wonderful times. Rummel'74
Mitch Landry
February 2, 2011
So sorry to read of Mrs. Dares' passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Mitch Landry, Rummel '78
February 2, 2011
Ms Janet will be greatly missed. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
We love you guys so much, Claude, Linda, Theresa & L'Claude.
neomia edgerson$
February 2, 2011
we will miss her but alway in our prays neomiaedgerson&family
Charlene Heikamp
February 2, 2011
Our girls were two of the many children Mrs. Dares taught at St. Christopher. She lived her faith and taught through her example. She was a loving and generous person. Our deepest condolences to her family and friends. We'll never forget her!
Dale School For Special Children
February 2, 2011
Miss Janet would come to visit the children and always bring each one of them a "treat".
She was well loved by all the children and staff. Just her presence gave each and everyone a great "inner" happiness.
Miss Janet has always been one of God's Soldiers. Thank you Miss Janet for caring about everyone.
Aileen Acevedo
February 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Nannie will be greatly missed. Love Aileen, Ponch, Raul and Lily Acevedo
Renee Bowz
February 1, 2011
Irvin and family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I'll always remember Janet as a friendly, loving and generous person.
God Bless, Renee Dessommes Bowz
February 1, 2011
we are thinking of you during this difficult time. we will miss ms janet very much.she touched our lives in so many ways. carlos,renee,gabriel,and victor
Jennifer Treadway Morris
February 1, 2011
Pat and Tricia, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know she is with the other angels who will show her around heaven. Love you both, Aunt Jenn
Jenn Treadway
February 1, 2011
Pat and Tricia, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. So sorry for your loss. Know that she is with other angels to show her around heaven. Love you guys, Jenn Treadway
Ryan Skaggs
February 1, 2011
To The Dares Family,
I offer my deepest and most sincerest condolences for your loss.
My time spent at St. Christopher was enriched by Mrs. Dares' tutelage in both Religion and Art; both of which she taught with passion. I still have two of my drawings, aided by her instruction, which she urged me to submit into an Art contest and won two awards for.
Just as it has with me, I know her loving memory will remain with all her students, friends and family who were so lucky to have been touched by her spirit. Forever forward from this day will I look upon the beauties of nature as emboldened by the artistic touch of Mrs. Dares.
Respectfully,
February 1, 2011
Dear Jamie and family,
Please know that James and I are thinking about you all during this time of loss.
Susan Hester Edmunds
Jane Heltz
February 1, 2011
Mr. Dares and Family,
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Mrs. Dares was a wonderful, kind and considerate lady. It was our pleasure knowing her. I know she will be missed. May her soul rest in peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
God Bless You All.
Jane and Daniel Heltz
Annie Traina
February 1, 2011
Our prayers go out to the Dares Family. So sorry for your loss.
Annie, Gary & J.C. Traina
Andi Cleveland
February 1, 2011
Sandy and family, My prayers and thoughts are with you for the loss of your mom. She was such a wonderful, kind person. I know she will be missed.
Andi Willis Cleveland
Kevin Robert
February 1, 2011
Irvin,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
John Jay Grisaffi
February 1, 2011
When we lose someone we love it seems that time stands still. Our thoughts & prayers are with Janet & her family whom we have truly loved for over 60 years. Lean on your friends & faith for strength in this time of need and take comfort knowing how much Janet & her family are respected and loved by all who know them.
Gisele Fee
February 1, 2011
Our prayers and deepest sympathies are with the Dares family. Ms. Janet was a sweet,sweet lady, and I know you will miss her.
Sheryl, Al and Gisele Fee
DIANE JOHNSON
February 1, 2011
KEVIN AND DAWN AND FAMILY, MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY IS EXTENDED TO YOU IN THE LOSS OF YOUR MOM! SHE IS NOW WITH HER LORD AND SAVIOR AND IS AT PEACE!MUCH LOVE TO YOU ALL! DIANE CUSACK JOHNSON
Michelle Genovese
February 1, 2011
Aunt Janet, may you be blessed with the light of eternal peace as you enter the Kingdom of Heaven to be with our Lord forever. Amen.
Buddy & Sue Gegenheimer
February 1, 2011
Dave,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
LIsa Hava
February 1, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Larry Caillouet
February 1, 2011
Deepest sympathy to the entire Dares Family at this time of your great loss.
We have lost yet another great long time devoted St. Benilde parishioner and inspirational matriarch of a Catholic family in our church parish.
Sincerely,
Larry Caillouet
2305 Belmont Place
Metairie, LA 70001
Jerome Kern
February 1, 2011
One of the few teachers I remember from St. Christopher. She helped to make me the person I am today, and for that, I am grateful. We will miss her.
February 1, 2011
Deepest sympathy to Sandy and family at this time of loss, God's Love and God's Speed.
Raymond Curtis, Jr. & Family WLF Survey.
Carol Diliberto
February 1, 2011
So sorry for your loss..Carol and Chris Diliberto, Massapequa Park,ny
Toni H
February 1, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Sandy and his family at this time of loss.
Sincerely,
The Gerald J. Hibbs family
Fred and Dot Wilbert
February 1, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Donald Whittinghill
February 1, 2011
While we humans pass onward, memories linger. She might well be now seen among the stars, those sparkles that we kids gazed upon from Joyces's front porch. Our awe at the shooting stars has been dwarfed by the wonders of her contribution to our lives.
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