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Janet Claggett Obituary
January 22, 1954 - June 26, 2021
West Columbia, South Carolina - Janet Robin Claggett passed away peacefully on June 26, 2021 in West Columbia, SC. She was well-known by her friends and family for her love, generosity, and care for others, as well as her deep affection for nature and animals. Born in Fresno, California she attended Fresno State University, and had an amazing career, leading the Richland County Information Technology department as CIO for over 24 years. She is survived by her sons Eric and Scott Claggett, daughter-in law Sara-Renee Claggett, sister Carolyn Skiles, nephew Robert Griffin, niece Yvonne Griffin, mother in-law Onita Claggett-Anich, sister in-law Kara Claggett, brother in-law Lance Claggett, and her 6 grandchildren Kevin, Adalyn, Rosie, Priscilla, Kaleyna, and Lucas.
In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Carolina Wildlife Center.
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Memories and Condolences
for Janet Claggett
PMI Charleston Board of Directors, Charleston SC
July 8, 2021
Janet's tireless involvement with and support of SC GMIS often intersected with similar efforts of PMI Charleston, resulting in an ongoing partnership between our two organizations. Janet and her knowledge, passion for her industry, and her willingness to help others will be sincerely missed. The PMI Charleston Board of Directors are pleased to honor her memory with a memorial contribution to Carolina Wildlife Center. We send our heartfelt condolences to all of her family and friends.
David Sullivan
July 5, 2021
I got to know Janet through the Metropolitan Information Exchange (MIX) an association of local government CIOs and IT Directors. It was a pleasure to share ideas and get support from Janet. She will be missed. Photo - Janet at the 2015 MIX Conference, Slover Library Norfolk Virginia.
June and Kay Randall
July 4, 2021
My husband Kay Randall and I were blessed to work with Janet through the GMIS International organization. She provided wonderful leadership and professionalism in all of her endeavors. I spoke to her back in May as we were planning a GMIS Past Presidents reunion at the 50th Anniversary Conference scheduled for this August. She shared about her leg, rehabilitation, and desire to make it to this Conference. I know she will be present in Spirit. She will be missed but we´ll remembered for her friendship and contribution to implementing innovative technologies during her career.
We offer our deepest condolences to the family and prayers of comfort during this difficult time.
June and Kay Randall
Metropolitan Information Exchange
July 1, 2021
We had the pleasure of counting Janet as a friend and colleague in the national leadership association for the country's top government CIOs/IT Directors. She was a member for almost 10 years!
Janet was a fun, kind, and thoughtful peer. Many of us are heartbroken at losing her.
Sending you our sympathies, along with our willingness to help your family if you need anything. We made a donation to the Carolina Wildlife Center in her honor.
May fond memories of Janet help us all through the loss of her.
MIX
Metropolitan Information Exchange (MIX)
July 1, 2021
We had the pleasure of counting Janet as a friend and colleague in the national leadership association for the country's top government CIOs/IT Directors. She was a member for almost 10 years!
Janet was a fun, kind, and thoughtful peer. Many of us are heartbroken at losing her.
Sending you our sympathies, along with our willingness to help your family if you need anything. We made a donation to the Carolina Wildlife Center in her honor.
May fond memories of Janet help us all through the loss of her.
MIX
Sue Farni-Lindner
June 30, 2021
I have enjoyed knowing Janet over the years in two professional organizations. She was a special and unique lady and will be greatly missed.
Debbie peterson
June 30, 2021
My deepest sympathy to Janet's family and friends on her passing. Janet was a lovely person and always so thoughtful. She was a gem and will be missed!
Omikhli Cura
June 30, 2021
Sister! Mother! And now, Sage Woman as you bear witness to the final mystery! Thank you for the light you shone through your bright, bold eyes! As you navigate the next adventure we'll keep your name alive as the Lakota songs drum on and we eat 12 grapes every New Year! Those of us surviving are at a great loss, and the next just added to its numbers a great light. Enjoy your next adventure! Blessed Be! And for all who read and share in grief, Blessed Be!
Ryan Patrick Kern
June 30, 2021
JC was amazing! I've been sharing fond memories of her with friends who knew her and those that didn't since I heard her life on Earth ended. As she lives on through memory and through the souls she touched, may All That Is Kind And Gentle comfort those who grieve.
Brenda
June 29, 2021
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will remember her soft voice and sweet smile.
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