Wadsworth: Janet passed peacefully at her home with family on January 2, 2020. For 37 years she was the soul mate and girl of beloved husband Timothy’s dreams. Devoted mother of Mary, Robert, and Anna Swisher, proud grandmother to Harper Lenore.
Predeceased by her father Robert F. Uhl. Survived by her loving mother Barbara Ann (Parot) Uhl, Brothers Gary (Alcuin Johnson) Uhl and David (Jene-Elise) Uhl.
A dedicated English teacher, Janet retired from Mt. Morris Central School where for 33 years she exemplified the caring teacher in every sense of the word. Inspiring countless students and touching the lives of many throughout the community.
In retirement Janet enjoyed the experiences of family, tending her flower gardens, picking through “treasures” at estate sales, reading a good book and relaxing with a cup of coffee while taking in the view from her favorite wicker chair on her farm house porch.
Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 10AM to 12 NOON at the Kevin W. Dougherty Funeral Home, 21 Big Tree Street in Livonia, where her Memorial Service will take place at 12 NOON. Interment will be held privately at a later date.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: Livingston County Hospice, 2 County Campus, Mt. Morris, New York 14510. To share a memory or a condolence, please visit: www.doughertfuneralhomes.com
Oh Tim, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are such an inspiration to me. God gives Grace to get through times such as this. There are no words that will suffice except to know people care about you and your family. You are in my prayers.
Our deepest condolences to Janet’s family. She was called too soon. This was the perfect time for her to be able to enjoy her children and her young granddaughter. To spend time and grow old with her husband.
Life’s plans aren’t always pleasant.Heaven has gained an angel.
So sorry for your loss. Florinda and Rick Steinas (Rosa Valentino’s sister and brother in law)
Our hearts go out to everyone in Janet’s family and all who knew her. We hope you find comfort together honoring her life and legacy. With deepest sympathy,
My condolences to Tim, Robert, Mary, and Anna on our great loss. We shared many years together at MMCS, and after retirement we continued with many special lunches etc. She was much too young to leave us. I’ll always cherish her memoryPat Wolfanger
Dear Tim, Rob, Mary, and Anna,
We send you our greatest love and our heart-broken sympathy. Swish was so much more than a brilliant colleague; she was a friend beyond compare. We drank countless cups of coffee over your kitchen table and laughed so much. And we cried over all her tribulations getting pregnant. And we rejoiced with your family and Mount Morris family when, along with Ginny Nolan, I hosted Robbie & Mary’s baby shower. And Anna, when Mom was well pregnant with you, and the twins were infants, she told me about having to run to the old Walmart in Geneseo to pick up more diapers & baby supplies, and there she was, unshowered, with a coat that wouldn’t close around her large belly, and the twins screaming, and she said, “Everyone in Walmart was staring at me like I was some unwed mother who didn’t pay attention to the sex education unit in Health class.” I loved her strategy for getting through the schoolweek. Every Sunday, she would make 5 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. Each morning she would take one out, because it would defrost by lunchtime. And every Thursday she would announce, “Onely one pb&j left…it’s almost Friday!” Yes I have so many stories, and here is my favorite. In August of 1985, Rob decided to ask me out for the first time. So he called Janet and said, “I want to ask Susan out but I’m afraid of ruining a good friendship.” Jan replied, “Rob, don’t be an asshole; just ask her out.” And he took me out on August 18, 1985 for my birthday. On November 26, 1986, Janet and Tim were at our wedding, and now we just celebrated our 33rd wedding anniversary this past November. Thanks Swish, you changed our lives forever, and we will forever love you. Susan & Rob
Our deepest sympathy to the Swisher’s and Uhl’s families for the lost of a wife, mother, child ,sister.
As neighbors and friends of the Uhl family we can recall great an loving memories i of Janet as a grade school-er, through her college years. The wonderful young lady and the proud mother
She surely will be missed but never forgotten.
To this day members of our family still continue their life long friendship with the Uhl’s an their Mom.
RIP Janet we all loved you.
We are so sorry to hear this news. I always enjoyed my snippets of time with Jan while our kids were growing up. Our deepest sympathy to Tim, Rob, Mary, and Anna.
Janet and I were teaching colleagues and friends for more years than I can remember. When I needed a lift I would walk across the hall. Janet’s wry smile and optimism would light up the day. She was an excellent teacher and an even better friend. I will also remember her awesome courage. I will truly miss her. My best to Tim and her children. She was fortunate to have you and you to have her.Lew Schornstein
I am stunned and shocked at the news of Mrs. Swisher’s passing. She was an amazing teacher and fun Facebook friend. I knew her children just barely from being at Lena Ferraro’s house. She made MMCS special in those days along with rides with Mrs. V. I send my love and prayers to the family. RIP Mrs. Swisher.
So sorry for the loss of Jan Swisher. We spent many years together as co workers, teacher of my kids, and especially faculty room friends. She was a very special person and we lost her too soon. My deepest sympathy to Tim and her family. ?
Janet was a friend and teaching colleague for more years than I can remember. If I ever needed a pick me up I could walk across the hall to her room. Her wry smile and optimism were contagious. She was an excellent teacher and a better friend. I will miss her.