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Submitted: 1/30/21 • Approved: 1/30/21 • Last Updated: 2/2/21 • R383728-G383727-S3
Apr 17, 1931 - May 23, 2011
Section: Mausoleum Garden
*Obituary
Lochner, Janet Hale Longnecker Janet Hale Longnecker Lochner (80) of Dallas, beloved mother of Marcia, Rick, Jenny and Christine died Monday, May 23, 2011. She is survived by her children and her grandchildren: Carey, Megan, Michael and Jacquelyn. Janet died peacefully at her home surrounded by her family. Janet was born April 17, 1931 in Harrisburg, Penn-sylvania. She grew up with her devoted parents Paul and Emily and her loving brother Rob and sister Nancy in Havertown, Pennsylvania. Despite the Great Depression, her life in Havertown was bountiful. Her family tended goats, chickens and had a garden; there was always plenty. After graduating from Haverford High School, Janet earned a teaching degree at Pennsylvania State Teachers College. She taught elementary school for a few years before getting married and devoting herself full-time to raising her family. Janet and her husband settled in Connecticut, where daughter Marcia was born. Son Rick was born in Staten Island, New York. The family then moved to Westfield, New Jersey where daughters Jenny and Christine were born. In 1965, the family moved to Dallas. Janet made many new friends in Dallas and there were numerous children on the block for the kids to play with. The doors were always open at the Lochner household and a swimming pool did not slow the steady stream of friends and neighbors visiting while Janet was watching over all the fun.Janet had an artistic flair. She very much enjoyed decorating her house. Garage sales and estate sales provided an endless supply of new things to add to the house and also supplied unique gifts for her children, friends and coworkers. She liked to frame pictures and each picture arrangement was a thoughtful mosaic. Janet was so creative and made beautiful jewelry which she gave to her close friends and family and became the "jewelry repair shop" for all who knew her. She also enjoyed sewing and spend endless amounts of time making magnificent quilts. Janet was well-known for her stylish dress. She created her own style and always looked fantastic when she went out. Her colorful and unique outfits were a reflection of her artistic talents and her ability to make good use of local secondhand stores.Janet returned to the workforce as her children grew and she last worked at CXY Energy where she prospered and developed many lasting friendships. Janet was an avid duplicate bridge player and became a 'life master' in the 1980's. She played often in Dallas with her longtime bridge partner, Arena Trailer, and occasionally traveled the country to compete in regional tournaments. Janet loved to bake and cook for special occasions. Her blonde brownies, ruby red cake and fudge were legendary. Birthday dinners were highly anticipated events at her house. More than a few weddings and showers were brightened by her treats. Janet was devoted to her children and grandchildren. She was a regular at grandparent's days, recitals, soccer games, talent shows and graduations. She loved having her grandchildren visit and always had something fun to do and good to eat. A memorial service will be held in the Chapel at St. Michaels and All Angels Episcopal Church, 8011 Douglas Avenue, Dallas, Texas on Thursday, May 25th at 11:00. A reception will follow the service at 6214 Desco Drive. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts in Janet's honor be made to Abilene Volunteer Services Council at www.abilenevolunteerservicescouncil.org.
Published in Dallas Morning News on May 25, 2011.
Photo courtesy of Annette Shaw
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