Barbara Jean Janes
June 30, 1940 ~ October 6, 2020
Barbara Jean Wheet Janes, 80, of Edinburgh, Indiana, passed away Tuesday October 6th, 2020 at her home, after a long illness. Determined and resilient in her fight, Barbara left a lasting impression on everyone around her.
She was born June 30th, 1940 to James Wheet and Faye Eaton Wheet of Glasgow Kentucky. A country girl at heart with a great sense of humor, Barbara was the perfect example of “Be yourself.” She was a caring person, often sacrificing her own needs for the sake of others.
Barbara was a caregiver most of her life. Family was her passion, never hanging up the phone without an “I love you.” She enjoyed hosting big family dinners, cooking for her grandkids and was famous for her delicious Southern cooking, especially her chocolate meringue pies.
Barbara also enjoyed working crosswords puzzles and was an avid reader. She could read a 500 - page book in a day. She was quite the writer—a hidden talent of hers. She lived modestly and understood the value of an authentic life. As long as she had her family, she had everything. We can see her now, running barefoot in a field of flowers, with the wind in her hair and the sun on her face.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 am Friday, October 9th, 2020 at Jewell Rittman Family Funeral Home with the Rev. Eli Johnson officiating. Calling hours will be from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm Thursday at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Burial will be held at Garland Brook Cemetery.
Barbara is survived by her loving companion, Vincent Randall Sexton; Seven daughters; Kathy Wilson (Elbie) of Leitchfield, KY; Lorrie Stephens (Allen) Indianapolis IN; Tonya Lowery (Dale) Franklin, IN; Kimberly Denney, Columbus IN; Tammy Wyrick (Dean), Columbus IN; Nichole Bowers, Columbus, IN; Beverly Matlock, Columbus, IN; 17 Grandchildren, 17 great - grandchildren, 8 Great Great Grandchildren and 2 more coming in October 2020. Sisters; Beatrice Berry, Louisville KY; Juanita Woods, Taylorsville KY; Patty Houchens, Bowling Green KY;
Preceded in death are; Daughter, Debra Faye Pedigo; Parents, James and Faye Wheet; Brother, Eugene Wheet; Sister, Effie De-Fevers; Brother, Lawton Wheet.
Preferred memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
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My beautiful grandma. I am currently in the hospital, awaiting the arrival of one of your great great grandchildren. That will keep me from attending the services but I hope to be there by video as it’s something I never imagined missing. I will never forget the many hours we spent in your rocking chair reading books. I’ll always love and miss you.
So sorry for your loss.Prayers for each and everyone of you.
Omg momma I can’t believe your gone, I already miss you more then ever, I know I will never get to her your voice or you telling me lorrie Jean I love you!! I can’t believe I’m writing on your obituary I know your not suffering and your with your baby girl and your mommy and daddy but I miss you.. I’m just in my mind and heart realizing your gone. What I would do if you could come back
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Grandma, you were the sun and moon in so many of our lives. I am happy you are at peace now. I know you are up there dancing with the angels now. You may be gone,but never forgotten. Your taxi driver (me) will be there to greet you soon enough 😉😇😘
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My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I enjoyed the times and talks I had with Barbara Jean. She sure knew how to put a smile on everyone’s face.
Thanks Rocky means alot
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Grandma,
There is so many memories I could post but you and I know them I will never forget our times with each other I will miss so much and I will never forget the phone call when we had big blue and we had a bad snow storm you said Chad i need you to come take Randy to the store we are stuck of course I did. I will never forget our times to the doctors appointments and you rubbing my face telling me you loved me and for me to hush it when the doctor came in. I will forever cherish each moment I love you grandma tell my Daddy and grandpa hi for me and I will cya all one day until we meet again
love you and later
Chad Ann.
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To: Amanda, Jaelyn, Ava, Camden, Randy, Lorrie and all of Barbara’s family
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve heard many wonderful things about Barbara and how much she loved her family. You will meet again.
………………..Maggy Taylor
Thanks so much Maggie means a lot!
Aunt Barbara, Godspeed. Tell mama (Effie) I said hello. Love, Michelle.
Grandma, I just wanted to tell you good afternoon, and I love/miss you so dearly!
You have no clue how much you meant to me! You’ve taught me a lot in my life! I’m just happy I got to grow up with you and Randy. You guys stepped in, whenever I needed you most.
We may have not got along all of the time but we always made up for it!
I think about you every single day!
And I wanted to thank you, again, for spending your time that you did have with all of us!
You hold a special place in my heart & I know I have a special place in yours as well. ❤️❤️💜💜🤞🏻🤞🏻🥰🥰😘😘💞💞
We will meet again soon!
But for now, I’m out here living my best life, and trying to be the best Mother I can be as well!
I know you’d be proud of me! And Kieran too! We both send our love to you, ALWAYS!
Love your baby. Xoxo 💋