Janet was born and raised in Philadelphia and graduated from Roxborough High School. She attended The Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Epiphany in Roxborough, and later served as Director of Music at Grace Lutheran Church, also in Roxborough.
Janet received a BS in Elementary Education, with a minor in music, from Temple University and an MS in educational strategies from Wilkes University.
At St. John's, Janet played the organ for the traditional service, the keyboard for the contemporary service and directed all of the choirs and musical groups at St. John’s. She supported the Youth Ministry, produced the Valley Arts Christmas music events, and so much more. After decades of devoted service, Janet retired on 23-May-2021.
Janet lives in Souderton with her husband, Bruce. She enjoys spending time with her two grown children and their families, reading, baking and gardening.