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Janet O'Ferrell Obituary
July 10, 1947 - May 3, 2023
Janet Astor Mathis O'Ferrell, 75, passed away on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at Kate B. Reynolds Hospice Home.
Janet was born on July 10, 1947 in Forsyth County. She grew up in Wilkes County and graduated from East Wilkes High School. After high school, she continued her education at Appalachian State University where she earned her master's degree. Janet was employed as a teacher for 31 years. She had a love for children, and following her retirement she volunteered regularly at Brenner Children's Hospital.
Janet was a member of Calvary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem. She toured every year with the church's Voices in Praise choir for their fall mission trip and was also a member of Bale's Bible Fellowship.
Janet enjoyed traveling with her husband Rick, visiting such places as Israel, Rome, the Greek Islands and surrounding areas. One of the highlights of her travels was being baptized in the Jordan River by Dr. Gary Chapman.
Janet was preceded in death by her parents, George Astor Mathis and Lucy Martin Mathis Hobson; her sister, Tanya Mathis; and her brother, Douglas Mathis.
Surviving family includes her husband, Glenn D. "Rick" O'Ferrell, Jr.; sister, Rita Mathis Brewington (Francis); two stepchildren, David O'Ferrell and Shannon Gibson; five step-grandchildren; six step-great-grandchildren; two nephews, Tyler Brewington (Sheri) and Ivan Brewington (Ashley); four great-nephews; and one great-niece.
A funeral service will be held at 3 p.m. on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at Calvary Baptist Church, with Rev. Steven Ackley officiating. Burial will immediately follow the service at Crestview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorial donations may be made to Calvary Baptist Church, Attention: Contributions, 134 S. Peace Haven Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27104 or Brenner Children's Hospital, Office of Philanthropy and Alumni Relations, P.O. Box 571021, Winston-Salem, NC 27157-1021.
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Jeff Brown
July 6, 2025
Janet was my 3rd grade teacher , Janet Mathis then , very sweet person , condolences to the family.
Ramona Lyon Hemric
July 5, 2025
Janet, Miss Mathis, was my 3rd grade teacher at C.B.Eller Elementary in Wilkes County. My dad passed in a tragic boating accident at Christmastime that year. I will never forget her kindness. She not only helped me during this time, but my classmates as well. She was a beautiful lady inside and out.
Craig Caudill
June 27, 2023
Janet was my 3rd grade teacher in her first year as a teacher and always one of my all-time favorites. She was one of the sweetest ladies I´ve ever known. Prayers for her family during this difficult time. Janet will definitely be missed.
Vicky Cason
May 7, 2023
Rick, Jack & I are so sad to learn of Janet´s passing. Our condolences to you - you were such a precious couple & special neighbors.
Meline Price Jones
May 6, 2023
Janet was oneof the friendliest members of Calvary Baptist Church. Her lovely and quiet demeanor was very appreciated.
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