Janet B. Abbott, 81, of Lander, PA., died Tuesday, October 11,
2016 at her home, peacefully with her husband at her side. She
was born July 14, 1935 in Warren, PA. Janet was the daughter of
the late Wendell and Edna Dudgeon Burgett. She resided most of
her entire life in Lander, PA., and was a graduate of Sugar Grove
High School. Janet was a former member of the Warren Public
Library Association Board of Directors, she also served as
Secretary/Treasurer of Warren County Republican Committee.
She was an active participant and attendee of Warren County
School District meetings, where she often supported both sides of
the fence.
Janet enjoyed numerous trips to New England, where she loved
eating at lobster pots and many trips to the Finger Lakes and the
Outer Banks. She especially enjoyed her visits to Texas to see her
brother, Frank.
Janet also enjoyed her deep sea fishing trips. She was an avid
cook and baker, many people loved her bread. Janet was an
accomplished crossword puzzler, especially completing the New
York Times Crossword puzzle in ink. Most of all she always put
her family first, especially her children. She is remembered as a
wonderful wife, mother and grandmother. All who knew her
will miss her.
Janet is survived by her husband of 61 years, John “Jack” Abbott
whom she married January 29, 1955 in Lander, PA., 4 Children –
Trudy A. Bull and husband, Rex of Lander, PA., Beth Miller and
husband, Joe of Bethel, N.C., Sean P. Abbott and wife, Kerry,
Chad B. Abbott and wife, Linda all of Lander, PA., 1 Brother –
Frank Burgett and wife, Dorothy of Pearland, TX., 5
Grandchildren, Christopher Lindell, Sarah Hacke, MaryAnne
Lindell, Garret and Logan Abbott, 2 Step Grandchildren, Amy
Johnson, and Joshua Tellman, 4 Great Grandchildren, 3 Step
Great Grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of her Life, will be held at a
later time, date and place to be announced. Those wishing to
place memorials may do so through Warren Public Library
Association, 205 Market Street, Warren, PA., 16365 or Bridges of
the Rouse, 905 Fourth Ave., Warren, PA. 16365, or Alzheimer’s
Association of Greater Pennsylvania, 1128 State Street, Erie, PA.,
16501, or a Charity of one’s choice. E-mail condolences may be
sent by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com The Donald E.
Lewis Funeral Home, Inc. has been entrusted with final
arrangements.
Janet will be missed when I worked as a hairdresser
Janet and her Mom Edna, were one of my favorite customers. I enjoyed
their company and friendship so much! Thoughts and prayers to all
of you. Sincerely, Craig & Carol Wilcox
Thank you Craig and Carol.
Dear Jack and Family,
My sincere condolences go out to each of you. I had known Janet for many years, since Frank and I have been friends since the sandbox days. I was drawn by her unique, infectious laugh that always spread to other people. She truly could, and did, light up a room. I remember growing up thinking she was the most intelligent person I knew. She always had something very interesting to say, or on a special project. And of course, who could forget her cooking. She left a wonderful footprint on this earth.
Thank you Wayne. You are right, she has left a wonderful footprint on this earth.
Dear Jack and the Extended Burgett-Abbott Family — I was blessed to have Janet as a close friend, beginning with our JCC years, 1953-54. Thanks to our friendship, my father renewed his ties with Wendell and Edna. And I spent many unforgettable times at the landmark Burgett family farm. Whenever I managed to get home, I always tried to visit Janet and Jack and to engage in conversation and savor her incomparable baked goods. I sorely miss our long friendship and extend my deepest sympathy to Jack, the incomparable caregiver, and to the rest of the family.
Thank you Rupert.