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METZ, Janet E. (Foley) 93, of Springfield, passed away peacefully Monday morning, February 10, 2014 in Forest Glen Health Campus following several years of failing health. She was born in Springfield on September 4, 1920, the daughter of the late Stuart and Esther (Gainous) Foley. Janet was a 1939 graduate of Springfield High School and earned her bachelor of education degree from Wittenberg University. She retired as an elementary school teacher from the Springfield City Schools following a 25 year career at Emerson Elementary. She was a member of St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church for over 60 years. Survivors include her son and daughter-in-law, Ken and Ruthann Metz of Springfield; grandchildren, Kevin (Michelle) Metz, Kyle (Pam) Metz, Julie (Doug) Hanaway Sr., Ken (Kristin) Clark, Andy (Tiffany) Ross, and Paige (Steve) Pugh; great grandchildren, Harley, Kaitlyn, Reagan, Doug (Scooter), Kris, Nick, Hannah, Sean, Isaiah, Ben, Dani, Joey, and Destiny; and nieces and nephews, Nancy Neer, Bob Baker, and Tim and Terry Budd. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, C. Louis Metz in 2000; two daughters, Sandra L. Neumann and an infant, Karen Sue Metz; two sisters, Louise Leach and Norma Budd; a niece, Darlene Leach; and her best friend, Sybil Lloyd. Janet's funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the LITTLETON & RUE FUNERAL HOME. A gathering of family and friends will be held from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service. Burial will be in Ferncliff Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Gentiva Hospice, 3085 Woodman Dr., Suite 200, Dayton, OH 45420 or Forest Glen Legacy Care Activities Fund, 2150 Montego Dr., Springfield, OH 45503. You may express condolences to the family at www.littletonandrue.com
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February 13, 2014
So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I got to know Janet and Louie many years ago,I was their doctors nurse. They were wonderful people. Louie always had a story and Janet had her smile. Their memories make me smile. Judy Barger
Loreene Hottenstein
February 13, 2014
What a wonderful lady with a great sense of humor. Janet will be greatly missed. Prayers go out to her family in this most difficult time. May you find peace in precious memories now that she is resting in the arms of JESUS.
Peggy Burgstaller-Mullins
February 13, 2014
Mrs. Metz was my daughter's kindergarden teacher at Emerson. Such a special teacher and person I have never forgotten her. May God give her family the peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Melinda Mayne
February 12, 2014
I met this wonderful lady at Community Hospital when she volunteered....I worked in pt registration....she always made me laugh telling each other jokes & stories! Loving memories I will keep in my heart. I know you all will miss her! Thoughts are with you!
Sheila Lloyd- Franklin
February 12, 2014
I remember first meeting Janet in the early 70's and to later find out she was our Mothers best friend(Sibyl Lloyd). Our Mother has been gone for ten years now and I am sure her and Janet are now in a most beautiful place together again..I have thought of Janet always as a dear wonderful person..You her family will be in our prayers. Bless You all and always talk about your memories...It sure will help with the pain of losing your Momma...Love from all Sibyl Lloyds children...
Roger Ludlow
February 12, 2014
I was on the Emerson faculty with Janet in the fifties under Principal Charlie Bost. I remember Janet and Lou being so much fun at staff gatherings.
Carolyn "Susie" Duncan-Hammonds
February 12, 2014
I went to Emerson in the 60's and remember Mrs Metz well, she was my Kindergarten or 1st grade teacher, I am not sure which. She has and will always be remembered. May God Bless her family during and after this sad season.
Kathy Carter/Umstead
February 12, 2014
I remember Mrs. Metz. She was my/our kindergarten teacher. She was also a good friend of our family. She brought inspiration to us all. You will be missed.
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