Obituaries
Janet Jarvie, 83
January 09, 2021
Janet Jarvie, 83, of Mt. Joy, formerly of Kensington, MD, passed away on January 9, 2021 at Lancaster General Hospital. Born in Glasgow, Scotland, she was the daughter of the late Richard and Joan (Henderson) Jarvie. Known amongst her family as “Netta”.
Janet came to America with intentions of it being a pit stop in her plans for international travel, but after some time in Washington DC it became her home. She found a group friends who became her family and worked with various agencies, organizations, and companies as a bookkeeper and business manager.
She enjoyed travelling and took many trips to Scotland, England, Wales and Australia to visit family. Janet also enjoyed going to Ocean City, MD and spending time on the beach. Janet played tennis and was a member of the Kenmont Swim & Tennis Club. She continued playing in Lancaster, where she also got involved in volunteering with the Mt. Joy Library, Lancaster General Hospital, and with her church.
Janet was a member of Mary Mother of the Church, Mt. Joy.
Janet made friends everywhere she went. She was generous and caring and extended her kindness to everyone she met. She was extremely supportive and was always there for her son and grandchildren, all of whom she deeply loved.
She is survived by her son, Mike Jarvie and his wife Prudence, her grandchildren; Liz Kupetz and her husband Stephen, and Drew Jarvie, a sister, Helen Collier of Wales, and many nieces and nephews in Scotland, England and Australia, who knew her affectionately as Auntie Netta. She is also survived by her extended family; Greg Buckingham, Julie Carter and her husband Ben, Marty Buckingham and his wife Joy, Phil Buckingham and his wife Susan, and their families, all who lovingly called her JJ.
In addition to her parents, Janet is preceded in death by her siblings; Bette Carruthers, Richard Jarvie, Bert Jarvie, Frank Jarvie, and Christine Martin.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, January 30, 2021 at 10:00am at Mary Mother of the Church, 625 Union School Rd., Mt. Joy, PA 17522. Guests will be received for a time of visitation prior to the service starting at 9:00am. For those who cannot attend, the Mass will be LiveStreamed on Janet’s obituary page starting shortly before 10:00am.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made in Janet’s name to Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601.
Janet’s service will be LiveStreamed on this obituary page under the obituary. The window for the stream will not appear until shortly before the start of the service at 10:00am EST.
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Condolences to the Family
January 30, 2021
I met Janet through Tennis. She was a good tennis player and when she could no longer play tennis she would come to our matches to support us. She always had a smile on her face and a soft place in her heart for everyone. She will be missed.
Deepest Sympathy to her family.
January 18, 2021
Janet and I were good friends in Scotland, where we were both born and raised. We emigrated to Prineton, N.J. together when we were 21. After about 3 years we moved to Washington, D.C., where we shared an apartment near Dupont Circle, joined The International Club, enjoyed roller skating, made many friends, and laughed a lot. Subsequently we continuously stayed in touch — and it always brought me joy when I answered the phone and heard her Scottish accent. My husband, John, and I shall miss her dearly.
Bette Kane Behringer
January 17, 2021
Janet was my neighbor across the street in Mount Joy. I always enjoyed chatting with her, but I was most inspired by her love and involvement playing tennis. She always made it sound so fun to go play tennis and have lunch with the girls. I remember her telling me she had a house in Kensington when I moved down to the DC area. My condolences to the family.
Mindy Watkins
January 17, 2021
We volunteered with dear Janet at Mary Mother of the Church. She was always so positive and upbeat and we admired that about her. Her family meant the world to her and she spoke lovingly about them. Janet’s beautiful Scottish accent was just wonderful. So very sorry for your loss. May she rest in peace.
Marybeth and Mike Toole
January 16, 2021
We will always remember her smile and caring. We loved working with her. Barbara, and Susan and all her friends at Milanof-Schock Library.
January 16, 2021
We loved chatting with Janet while she was walking Sparky! She was a wonderful neighbor and will be missed!
Jaime Brossman
January 16, 2021
A loving Aunty who will be deeply missed. Goodnight Aunty Netta xxxx thinking of all the family at this sad time xx
Angela Howkins
January 15, 2021
So sorry for your loss!! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers!! The Peachey Family
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- Saturday, January 30, 2021
- 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
- Mary Mother of the Church
- 625 Union School Road
- Mount Joy, PA 17522
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- Saturday, January 30, 2021
- 10:00 AM
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- 625 Union School Road
- Mount Joy, PA 17522
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