Brooklyn, N.Y. - Janet Gail Morgan Mol passed away peacefully at home Sunday, May 30, 2021.

Janet was born Sept. 1, 1940, in Ledyard, to Henry and Beatrix Morgan. She is survived by her son, James Curtis Mol of Lakeville; and her daughter Gretchen Elise Mol and husband Tod Williams of Sheffield, Mass.; and her two beloved grandchildren, Ptolemy John Williams and Winter Morgan Williams.

She is also survived by her two sisters, Patricia Statham (brother-in-law John), and Sheila Hatmaker; and her brother Richard Morgan (and sister-in law Deborah). She was predeceased by her brother Harry.

Janet was raised on the Morgan family farm in Ledyard. She attended Norwich Free Academy and later the University of the Arts in Philadelphia, Pa. She received a Master of Fine Arts from Wesleyan University.

An artist, Janet taught for 26 years at the Norwich Free Academy School of Arts in the Fine Arts Program, and loved working with young adults who were pursuing a life in the arts. Once retired, she moved to Brooklyn, N.Y., where she lived for 22 years. She lived and created more artwork in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, N.Y., and loved being close to her two children, Jim and Gretchen, and soon, her two grandchildren, Ptolemy and Winter. One of her favorite things to do was ride her bike over the Williamsburg Bridge, feeling the breeze, to visit her kids and grandkids.

A memorial service celebrating her life and art, will be posted at a later date. It will be held near the Morgan family farm, where so much of her early life was spent.

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Published by The Day on Jun. 15, 2021.

Memories and Condolences
for Janet Mol

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John O. Statham

September 5, 2023

Janet, you were, during my childhood, my favorite aunt, always thoughtful and kind. I was always in awe of you.

Ptolemy Williams

December 8, 2022

Throughout my childhood, grandma Morgan was one of the most significant people in my life. As the years passed, she was always who I would look to to embrace my creative personality, as she had always been a true artist. And I remember every moment that I'd find her looking around embracing every small trace of creativity as she and I walked through the streets of Greenpoint, Brooklyn. I still view her as an inspiration, to inspire me to spread kindness and creativity. Rest in peace grandma Morgan. We'll miss you.

Ian Pawluk

November 9, 2021

I just found out tonight that Mr. Mol passed away. I was her student at NFA for painting and AP studio art. Her impact on my life is difficult to type here. I hang a painting on my wall that I created in her class. It's set in a 6-pane window. It fell off the wall one night at school and Ms. Mol found it in the morning. She was cautious to share the bad news, but assured me that she thought it looked better after breaking...
I now teach art at NFA. I never thought I would teach, but as I considered the impact Ms. Mol and other teachers had on my life, what better career could I aspire to? She remains my favorite teacher. My condolences to Gretchen, Jim and the family.

Elaine Sooy Goodman

October 10, 2021

After trying and failing to get in touch with her, I learned on October 10 that she died last May. We met at Philadelphia College of Art in 1958 when she was a brilliantly talented young artist. We became lifelong friends though our visits were few and far between. When she and Jim eloped, they came to my little house on the way to Maryland where they got married. Each time we got together we resumed whatever conversation we had the last time we met. There are so many memories and my heart is broken.

Stephanie Brown

July 12, 2021

Janet Mol was my favorite teacher. I remember the day she picked me to model in class; she always encouraged me to embrace my unique talent in painting & creativity. Mrs. Mol said she loved my big poofy textured Afro. LOL. Janet taught me & later had my daughter also in drawing class. I´m so sorry for your loss she touched many lives. I went on to the Corcoran Art school. Rest in power Janet. Amen

Rose Heineman

June 16, 2021

My condolences to Janet's family. I was very sorry to hear of Janet's passing. She was my art teacher at NFA and very influential for me on my path. Her intelligent, warm, bright, kind, inclusive presence has stayed with me well beyond high school. My heart goes out to her.

Brett A. Bernardini

June 16, 2021

Janet was one of the most compassionate and visionary people I knew. As a colleague at NFA, I loved her art, her conversation, her laughter and savored her friendship. Much peace and healing to her children and her extended family! The world has lost another creative light!

Jessica Bennett

June 16, 2021

My time in Ms. Mol's classes were some of the best, most productive and satisfying moments of high school. Decades later, I still fell her encouragement every time I pick up a pencil or a brush. She was far too young to leave this world.

jamie

June 15, 2021

I absolutely luved Janet as my art teacher! One of the best teachers i had.I am so sorry to hear of her passing.She is making heaven even more beautiful..Jamie k.

Bill Wrigley (NFA Class of 92)

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Wally Lamb

June 15, 2021

I was sorry to read of Janet's recent passing. She and I were friends and fellow faculty members at NFA during the 1970s-90s. Whenever I had occasion to stop in at Janet's classroom in Converse, I was always struck by her teaching method: she was a collaborator with her students, circulating around the room and giving each of them individual attention. It was a wonderful thing to witness. After Janet moved to NY, I didn't see her but kept abreast with her via our mutual friend, the late Mary Anne Hall, who also passed this year. Condolences to her children and friends. It was a privilege to have known Janet.

Elizabeth Spurr

June 15, 2021

Janet was my painting teacher and friend. She had so many true insights about us (students) and much to offer. She certainly helped bring out the best in me and helped me believe in myself. Her art will live on and so will her legacy. My condolences to your family.

Elizabeth Spurr

June 15, 2021

John Proctor

June 11, 2021

My condolences go out to Gretchen and Jim Mol. Your mother must have been a wonderful mother to you both to have raised such great children. Both of you are well respected and a credit to your mother. t has been a pleasure of having you, Gretchen as a student and you Jim for your guidance work with one of my interns.

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