Janet, was born in Washington DC on August 1, 1946 to the late Council and Helen Mellott, and resided in Falls Church, Virginia. Janet later moved to Belleair Shore, Florida with her beloved, late husband, Robert Kephart. Janet was a loving mother to Lara Hunsberger, an adoring Nana to five grandchildren Justice, Jeremy, Jack, Jamieson and Annabelle, and had only recently became a Great-Nana to Justice’s newborn son, Caden. Janet was a caring sister to Claudia Gerber; Sister-in-Law to Judy Judkins and Gale Reese; Mother-in-Law to Kim Kephart; and Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Janet lived her life with a passion for adventure and art. She loved sailing, to travel, she lived for a short time abroad, loved to read, and was amazingly intelligent. Janet was business savvy, worldly and sophisticated, but could also be heard rooting for her favorite sports team(s) from outside of the house. Janet was a refined hostess, and an even better cook. She is best known for Nana’s Spaghetti, no one can nor will make it better. Most of all, Janet was a warm and caring friend to so many. Everyone that had the pleasure of meeting her absolutely adored her!
We will miss her wonderful stories, all of the laughter, the texts of amazing sunset pictures, and endless advice. But most of all we will miss the boundless love, support, and all of the hugs that came with loving her. We will cherish our beautiful memories and hold them close forever.
Rest in peace, Mom, we all love you more than you could have ever imagined.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution may be offered to The Hospice Foundation of the Florida Suncoast, 5771 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33760, Online at www.Suncoasthospicefoundation.org
or the charity of your choice. Thank you.
