Janet VanGorden

July 23, 1935 - April 9, 2016

JANET VanGORDEN Janet VanGorden, 80, of Great Bend, PA went home to be with the Lord on April 9, 2016 surrounded by her loving family. She was predeceased by her husband of more than fifty years, Alvin James VanGorden in 2009. Janet was also predeceased by a daughter-in-law, Tina VanGorden in 2013. She is survived by two sons, Michael and Cindy VanGorden and David VanGorden; four granddaughters, Kristen, Nicole, Malinda, and Megan; three great grandchildren, Jade, Bonham, and Emily; three siblings, James, Judy, and Shirley; many nieces and nephews, including Barbara and Bob, Cathy; a very dear friend, Clyde Yeomans; companion dog, Happy; and a companion cat, Precious. Janet enjoyed gardening and was known for her beautiful flowers and landscaping. She spent many peaceful mornings on pogo.com playing games. She was a past member of the Great Bend Hose Company and a member of the V.F.W. Auxiliary, Great Bend. Janet especially loved having her family and friends gathered together. “The more the merrier.” At Janet’s request, her family will gather in her home to celebrate her life. Arrangements are under the direction of Tuttle-Yeisley Funeral Home, Inc. Hallstead, PA. Should friends so desire, expressions of sympathy may take the form of a donation to Hospice of the Sacred Heart, 600 Baltimore Drive, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18702.