Janet K. Smith
March 14, 1939 - February 5, 2022
Janet K. Smith, age 82, of Amherst, passed away peacefully at her home, after a brief illness, on Saturday, February 5, 2022. She was born on March 14, 1939 in Pekin, IL, but lived most of her life in Amherst. She enjoyed working on word searches and feeding all of the animals in her backyard. A red-tailed hawk was her favorite. Janet is survived by her son Robert Mimms, daughters; Teresa Bolhuis and Mary McNamara, 6 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, and her best friend and companion of 13 years, William Workman. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Smith, a daughter, Jennifer Kuhr sister, Georgia Cameron and her parents; Dr. George & Gertrude (nee Klein) Mansion. There will not be any services. The Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Road, Amherst, is assisting the family with arrangements. To send an online condolence, please go to www.dovinreberjones.com.
Janet K. Smith, age 82, of Amherst, passed away peacefully at her home, after a brief illness, on Saturday, February 5, 2022. She was born on March 14, 1939 in Pekin, IL, but lived most of her life in Amherst. She enjoyed working on word searches... View Obituary & Service Information