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Janet Trosko Obituary
On Saturday July 16, 2022, Janet Davies Trosko passed away at age 87.
Janet was born on Sept. 24, 1934, in West Pittston, to the late Griffith and Evelyn Davies. She graduated from West Pittston high school and went on to work at several colleges and universities throughout her career, ultimately retiring from Penn State University in 2003.
Janet always loved music and could often be found singing or whistling. Her bright smile and warm, nurturing spirit made her a perfect Grammy to her five grandchildren.
Janet was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Joseph Trosko, and siblings John Davies and Dorothy Schlingman. She is survived by her son, Tom and wife Kelley, of State College, and daughter Sue Abele and husband Walter, of Greensboro, N.C., along with grandchildren Joe, Rachel and Nick Abele and Samantha and Charli Trosko.
Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org.
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Memories and Condolences
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Dick Kotch
July 13, 2024
peace be with her Dick Kotch
Beverly Memory Drozd
July 26, 2022
I am so sorry to hear of Janet's passing. I am the youngest of the "George Family" cousins and did not get to know that side of the family well, but I have fond memories of Janet from when I was young. The last time I saw her was about 15-20yrs ago. It was a pleasure to see her and her sister Dorothy at that time. My sympathies go out to Tom and Sue.
Ed Barrick
July 25, 2022
I worked with Jam at the Penn State downtown center in Hbg, Nancy Karlik, Jan and I were a great team. She was always a very sweet, kind lady. God Speed , I´m sure Joe was standing there so happy to see you.
Gerst and Carolyn Buyer
July 20, 2022
Sue, Walt and family, we are so sorry for your loss. May memories of your loved one be always near, never far and may you experience a Peace that surpasses understanding.
Marie Trosko Barbose
July 20, 2022
Sue and all of Janet´s family. I am so sorry to hear of your Moms passing. I regret not knowing her but I do know how important she was and is to her family. Please accept my sincere sympathy.
Dick Kotch
July 20, 2022
sorry to hear of her passing, Her husband and I played on the baseball team at Wilkes college
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