Janet Mae Pitkin
May 7, 2021
November 3, 1950 – May 7, 2021
After a courageous battle with cancer, Janet Mae Pitkin, of London, passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Friday, May 7, 2021, at the age of 70. Beloved wife, best friend, and soul mate of Stuart Pitkin for 34 years. Loving mother and proud grandmother of Jamie and Shannon Lazar (Cameron, Nolan, Jazmyn); Janet Lazar (Dylan); Alan and Kristi Pitkin (Haylee, Hannah); Amanda and Angelo Memmolo (Ashley, Cortney, Sadey). She will be missed by her sister, Gwen (Kevin) McKeown; brother, Frank (Marilyn) Harrison; and by many nieces, nephews, in-laws, and cousins. Predeceased by her mother, Janet Cox; and her sister, Connie Hartland. Janet was a beautiful person inside and out, with her infectious smile and kind heart; to know her was to love her. She loved to golf, play cards, and listening to music. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Janet was always the life of any party; if there was a table, she would be dancing on it and so would anyone she would drag up with her. She made people feel comfortable and accepted. You could always feel her love and it resonated with all those around her. She lived across Canada and enjoyed traveling, especially to the UK where she and Stu toured the countryside and enjoyed the many beauties and history that surrounded them. She will be remembered for her generous laugh, hilarious antics, amazing hugs, the best tickle, and her amazing banana bread. As per Janet’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held. In memory of Janet, memorial donations to the Canadian Neuroendocrine Tumour Society would be appreciated.
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Dear Stu and Family, our hearts go out to you all with the loss of Dear Janet. Gilbert and I were so saddened, shocked and heartbroken to hear of Janet's passing. We were fortunate to have met through our NET journey and the London patient support group - which Janet was kind enough to lead - as well as volunteering together for several National NET awareness days and connecting at NET patient conferences. We shared our stories, laughs, concerns and were always amazed of Janet's positive outlook, sense of humour and compassion. We were hoping to reconnect for a glass of wine in the back yard but sadly it wasn't meant to be. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during such a difficult time. Our deepest condolences.
Hi Stu, so sorry to hear about Janet's passing. It's been a few years since you left our neighbourhood, but I can still hear Janet's laugh. She always had that twinkle in her eyes too - I think you were the reason for that. Kevin and I are thinking of you at this very sad time. Please drop by and say hello sometime this summer. Hugs. Marj & Kevin MacGregor.
Hi Stu, my heart goes out to you and all your family on hearing about Janet. She was special , so kind, generous and full of spark! I'm grateful to have even had a small part in knowing her. Sending hugs
Dear Stu and family. I am heartbroken by Janet's passing. She was such a life-loving, kind and generous person. We had the best times together and no one could make me laugh harder. And that smile. I will remember her with love always. RIP dear Janet. You will be greatly missed. (30.35) (a joke between us) Your friend, Winnie.
Stu, It is with great sadness to hear about Janet's passing. Gloria and I remember all the great times we had at Sunningdale. Our deepest condolences.
Stu and family I was so sorry to read about Janet's passing in the paper She was a one of a kind person and a great friend She will be missed Al and Ev Caldwell
Dear Stu, Our deepest condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Janet was always a happy person and she will be greatly missed. RIP Janet
Janet was such a special lady, with her lust for life and always enjoyed a good party! We were fortunate to share in her life as part of the family. Our heart goes out to you Stu as we know how much she will be missed by you and everyone who's life she has touched. Love Karen & Mel
With heartfelt sympathy and love to all the family. Janet will be so missed by us all, we will hold dear our precious memories of happier times and so much laughter, her beautiful smile and caring way Love Joan & Wade
Stu, my deepest condolences to you and your family, remembering our years working together and yes that smile.
Stu: I will always remember her smile and happy demeanor, My condolences to you and the family. Another star has faded far too soon.
Uncle Stu and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of Auntie Janet. She was truly a lovely lady, she will be missed by everyone. Sending all our love from ter Sister in law Vanessa and Niece's Debbie and Rachel â¤â¤â¤â¤
Stu my condolences to you and your family . I haven't seen you or Janet in years but she was definitely unforgettable and I know how much her family and friends will miss her. Sending you a hug. The photo is how I remember Janet. So beautiful.
I'm so glad that we had our reunion back in 2010, lots of laughs and memories were made. Janet you're unforgettable and will be missed by so many. My deepest condolences to Stu and the family.
Stu and family, so heartbroken to hear of your loss, and all our loss. I will miss that giggle and all her enthusiasm for life. Janet will never be forgotten, so we can take comfort in that and will always remember her on 7th May. Love to you all, from so far away - sadly. She was an amazing sister in law. xx
Stu and family. My deepest condolences to you all. We just talked on private messenger. The world is a sadder place without her.
Deepest condolences to all of Janet's family and loved ones. She was a lovely, wonderful woman who will be so greatly missed by all of us blessed to know her.
My heartfelt condolences Stu and all the family. I sadly did not have the privilege of spending time and getting to know Janet but what I do know is it would have been an instant friendship. You will have the treasured memories and multitude of stories to share keeping Janet in your hearts. Sending you all much love â¤ï¸
It is with great sadness that I read of Janet's passing. We were childhood friends and it was so amazing to reconnect through FB. My condolences to Janet's husband and family.
Our deepest condolences to all of you. Janet always embraced us like we were one of the family. We cherish our memories of our time spent together over dinners and holidays. Remembering our weekend together at the cottage always brings smiles to our faces. We love you all, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
My deepest condolences to Stu and family. My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Dear Janet ...Sending sincere sympathy on the loss of your precious Mom...keeping you in my heart as you face these challenging days of grief...XO Heather
Our condolences to Janet's family and friends. It takes the passing of someone like Janet to really hit home how poorly we communicate as a family. I honestly hope we can improve in the time we have left.
My deepest condolences to the family, know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. She was a very special woman and she will be missed by many.
Stu hi brother so sad to know Janet is no longer with us All, such a lovely person so kind and generous to everyone, such fun to be with on our trips to the lakes, she Will be so missed. Take care give us a call when your up it.♥ï¸ðŸ’–â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸ðŸ’–
Janet was a great lady who will be missed by so many. Her infectious laughter and wicked sense of humour will never be forgotten. We consider ourselves very lucky indeed to have known her as a friend. Stu, our thoughts are with you and the rest of the family. Keep your happiest memories close to your hearts. Louise and Ralph xo
Janet will surely be missed by all! She was a loving, giving person! Our thoughts and prayers are with her family!
It was a delight to know Janet, with her charming smile and hearty laughter. Our thoughts are with you, Stu, as you cope with such a great loss.
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