Janet "Jan" Stewart Wantland Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Janet “Jan” Stewart Wantland, 76, of Louisville, passed away after a short illness Saturday, May 28th, 2022. She was born February 5th, 1946 in Leitchfield, KY, daughter of Elbert Ransom and Hester Stewart. Jan was predeceased by her parents, an infant brother Arnold Lee and sister-in-law Carolyn Stewart. She is survived by her son John Christopher Wantland; two brothers, Bobby L. Stewart and Gary D. Stewart; niece Debbie (Richard) Long; nephews Jimmy (Sheila), David (Karla) and Jason Stewart. Also surviving long time loyal friend Len Hendrix and her beloved canine companion “Buddy”. Jan is also survived by her Health Care Surrogate and devoted friend of almost 50 years Kathy Mattingly and her family, who were like family to Jan: Sarah, David, Matthew (Kate) and Christopher (Heather). The family wants to thank the many neighbors who enabled her to remain in her residence during a prolonged series of various health issues, including Andrew George and Ziuta Halpern. The family would also like to offer a special thank you to Dr. Vivek Sharma, Oncologist and the staff at the Brown Cancer Center who were with her with seven bouts of cancer. Janey will forever be remembered for her outgoing personality, love of animals, strong will and “fight” within her, and her love and exuberance of holidays, especially Halloween and Christmas! Always, under the tree, a gift for everyone, that was her rule. There will be a visitation at Ratterman and Sons, 3800 Bardstown Road from 2-7 p.m. Thursday, June 23rd followed by a memorial service at 7 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations to the U of L Brown Cancer Center or to the Humane Society of Louisville. Online condolences may be shared at www.ratterman.com.

Janet "Jan" Stewart Wantland

February 5, 1946 - May 28, 2022

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