of West Memphis, AR
August 22, 1949 - March 27, 2024
Janet P. Heath, formerly of West Memphis, passed away at Three Rivers Long Term Care in Marked Tree, Arkansas.
She was born 22 August 1949 to Harold Person and Lucille Fielder Person.
Janet attended the Parkin school system, graduating 19 May 1967. She had many higher educational accomplishments including Henderson State University Bachelors degree, Arkansas State University 1972 Masters degree, Memphis State University 1995 Doctorate. Janet was highly respected in the field of education. In June 2012, she participated in the College Board AP reading and scoring the AP statistics exam in Daytona Beach, Florida. In 2015, she received an outstanding service award from the Baptist College of Health Science. She was a member of Sigma Zeta National Science and Mathematics honor society.
Janet was preceded in death by her parents.
She is survived by her twin sister, Rita Person Cross of West Memphis; her son, John William Heath Jr., his wife, Erin; grandchildren, Andrew and Grace all from Potomac, Maryland. Left behind is her beloved Butch Cordell, a friend and companion of over eighteen years.
We are grateful to the Three Rivers Nursing Home and Elite Hospice for their dedicated and loving care of Janet.
Please feel free to may make a donation to the First United Methodist Church Of West Memphis or The Alzheimer's Association in her honor.
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18 Condolence(s)
Andy Luttrell
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Prayers for Janet and her sister and family. Prayers for Butch, too.
Love and prayers,
Andy Luttrell
Patti Waggener
Monday, April 1, 2024
My longtime colleague and wonderful friend, I cherish all the good times we had together. The world was a better place with you in it. You will be missed.
Patti
rachele shea
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Rita and Jay I am so sorry about Janet. Rita, I know you two were so close and you were so good to her. Jay, you were her light and life I know you will miss her. With love, Rachele Rucker Shea
Marilyn Conner
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Rita,
My heart goes out to you in your time of grief. You, your mother and Janet brought much joy to my mother, my sister Susan and me in our growing up years in Parkin. Love to you.
Butch Cordell
Saturday, March 30, 2024
Janet, you were my life for 19 years. I will miss you so much and so happy that I was able to visit with you just 4 hours before you left us. My love for you cannot be put into words but I hope you knew how many people also loved you. You will be the most beautiful angel in heaven. I will always love you, Butch
Vernon G Jenkins III
Friday, March 29, 2024
Condolences to Janet's Family and Rita. Their Mother was my 3rd grade teacher. The Girls got their Mothers gentleness and kindness. May she have a Great reunion with Mr.Harold and Mrs. Lucille in HEAVEN
Carol Langston
Friday, March 29, 2024
Rita,
I was deeply saddened to hear about Janet’s passing. She was not only a dear friend but also an exceptional educator whose impact touched countless lives.
Janet's dedication to her roles as a sister, mother, grandmother, daughter, companion and friend, as well as her passion for mathematics education, truly made her shine brightly in this world.
She was one of the most brilliant professors with whom I have ever worked. I cannot tell you how many times I watched her explain a concept to a student so that he or she fully understood how to generate a solution. She made students want to learn math!
I was so happy to share in Janet’s celebration and joy in earning her doctoral degree. She was extremely dedicated to teaching and service. She was often called upon to assist with special projects and initiatives. Simply put, she was a superstar!
Janet’s laughter, kindness, beauty and wisdom will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Please know that my prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the cherished memories you shared with Janet, and may her legacy continue to inspire and uplift those whose lives she touched.
Carol Langston
Jeanette Peden
Friday, March 29, 2024
Prayers for family and friends. She was such a beautiful person
Doris Bridges
Friday, March 29, 2024
Dearest Rita, Was so sorry to hear of the loss of your sisters death. I know you have faithfully been there for her during her illness at home and at the Nursing home as much as you possibly could, making that drive so many days during that time. I know you will miss her terribly and Butch will as well. They have been through so much together during those years they were fortunate to have together. We pray that God will wrap you in His loving care and surround you and your family with His love at this difficult time.
Doris and Floyd
mary m weiner
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Rita and butch,you are to be appreciated for your care and devotion to janet.sha and I were friends for a long time and I will miss her.m.
Ava J. (Stewart) Marotti
Thursday, March 28, 2024
So very sorry to read of Janet's passing . She was a friend from school and an "around the corner" neighbor during our school years. She and Rita were so sweet to me in earlier years and both down the street neighbors in the early 2003's in W. Mphs. I worked with her Dad also, such a nice family ! Please know I offer my sincere condolences to all her family and pray for peace to all who loved her.
Tish Thomas
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Rita, I’m so sorry for your loss. Janet will be greatly missed by family and friends. My prayers are for peace and comfort for you all.
elbert person
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Will miss her.She was very well liked and known in the education field an by her family,all of us.
Joyce Goff
Thursday, March 28, 2024
I met Janet at my 50th high school reunion in West Memphis. She was a lovely, personable and gracious lady. So sorry for your loss of this beautiful loved one.
Judy Bond
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Rita I am saddened to hear of Janet’s passing. I have fond memories of my friendship with you both. Especially remember our trip to the New York Worlds Fair with the scouts!
You and your family will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
Linda Matthews Casalmn
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Janet may you rest in peace. Prayers for Rita and family. You were very sweet
Brenda McGruder Carey (Wood)
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Rita & Family, I am so sorry for the loss of Janet! I went to school & graduated with Janet in 1967 from Parkin! We used to ride bicycles together! She was always a sweet friend! My mother, Ruby Wood, never could tell Janet & Rita apart but I could! Your family is in my prayers!
Trish Smith
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Janet was always a beautiful person both inside and out. I always enjoyed out Sunday School outings catching up with her. My love and prayers go to Butch and her family.