Janet Elaine Abell

October 4, 1945 - May 4, 2008

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Services:
 

A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 9, 2008 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home at 11:00 AM with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow at St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Hollywood, MD

Visitation:
 

The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 8, 2008 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM.
 

Janet E. (Arnold) Abell, 62 of St. Leonard and formerly of Hollywood, MD and Mt. Morris, MI a retired Systems Analyst with the Administrative Offices of the United States Courts Administration, Washington DC for 15 years, died Sunday, May 4 2008 of chronic lung disease at the Washington Hospital Center, Washington DC. Born October 4, 1945 in Flint, MI, Janet was the daughter of the late Vivian R. and Maxine M. Arnold of Mt. Morris, MI. She was a graduate of Mt. Morris High "Class of 1963" and moved to St. Mary's County in 1976 from Suitland, MD. Survivors include her husband of 40 years, Stephen I. Abell of St. Leonard, MD, whom she married on September 2, 1967 in Mt. Morris, MI; two brothers, Jack A. Arnold and his wife Kate of Mt. Morris, MI and Rolland Arnold and his wife Jane of Jacksonville, FL, son Robert Wade Abell and grandson Robert Stephen Abell, both of St. Leonard, MD. Other survivors include several nieces and nephews in MI, FL and MD. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 8, 2008 from 5:00 - 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, with Prayers being said at 7:00 PM. A funeral service will be held on Friday, May 9, 2008 at 11:00 AM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in St. John's Catholic Cemetery, Hollywood, MD. Pallbearers will be Mike Abell, Jimmy Abell, Larry Arnold, Don Arnold, Randy Abell and Rick Arnold.

Guestbook Signatures and Condolences

""Steve, I was so sorry to hear about your loss. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.""
- Gloria J. Pilketon (Alvey)
- Posted: Sunday, May 11, 2008

"Stevie sorry about Janet passing My husband and I were out of town my prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. My God bless and keep you safe. "
- Jenny Bowles
- Posted: Saturday, May 10, 2008

"We send our deepest sympathy to Janet's family and friends during this difficult time. We know she is at peace after a long and difficult struggle. "
- Allen & Becky Frenzel
- Posted: Saturday, May 10, 2008

"I was very sad to hear of Janet's passing. She was a wonderful, outgoing person, - friendly to everyone. She did a great job, and always tried to help anyone who called her from the courts. She was most generous in both spirit and giving of her time and energy, even making special treats for us in the office at holiday time, as if we were family. She cared deeply for her real family, and spoke of them often. We will all think of her often. My deepest condolences to her family. Merle Halpern (co-worker) "
- Merle Halpern
- Posted: Thursday, May 8, 2008

"Steve and Family, You know how much both of you mean to me. We've known each other for so long and shared some good times together. I will miss Janet so much. She was my best friend. I could go and talk to her about anything. Physically she is not here to touch and hold but in my heart she will always remains. She showed us how we should all love and take care of one another. She loved her family dearly. You can never put it into words. She talked about everyone everyday and it was always something positive. I thank God so much for all of the wonderful times we spent together. Please keep in touch. We are here to support you in any way we can. Love Always - Paula Godwin (co-worker) "
- Paula Godwin
- Posted: Thursday, May 8, 2008

"Janet was the best kind of person: Honest, funny, and giving. She was known within the court family for her generous heart, and a outlook on problems and issues that I still miss. I thank God I knew her, and did not miss the unique experience that was unrepeatable as knowing Janet. May she rest in peace, and rise in glory."
- John Myers
- Posted: Thursday, May 8, 2008

"We were so sorry of Janet's passing. She was a dear sweet friend whose company we greatly enjoyed. It was a pleasure knowing her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Steve and the rest of the family at this time. God Bless!!! "
- Bruce and Linda Fresh
- Posted: Thursday, May 8, 2008

"Janet will greatly be missed by me and my family. We have so many wonderful memories. She was like a second mother to me and a grandmother to my boys. Her thoughtfulness and love will never be forgotten. A tremendous loss to all. She is in a peaceful place now. Steve, we are here for you always. Love you!"
- Jonna Atkinson
- Posted: Wednesday, May 7, 2008

"Stevie and Family Will be praying for you and I am so sorry about Janet. Thinking of you all. Mary Ellen"
- Mary Ellen (Abell) Glass
- Posted: Tuesday, May 6, 2008

"Steve, Jack, Ronald, and family I am so very sorry to hear that my dear friend that I grew up with as a little girl had gone to be with her Savior. I will keep all of you in my prayers and thoughts as you go through this sad time. My love to you all."
- Mary Ann White
- Posted: Tuesday, May 6, 2008

"We are so sorry to have lost our dear Aunt Janet. She was a beautiful, giving person who was taken from us too soon. But I know she is in the loving arms of her Lord and is finally at peace without pain or suffering."
- Vikki Mioduszewski
- Posted: Monday, May 5, 2008