Janet Ward

September 16 1940 - November 13 2021

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FAMILY AND FRIENDS ARE ASKED TO GATHER AT THE CHURCH FOR HER FUNERAL MASS.

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John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
Tuesday November 23rd 2021 3-7 P.M.

1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus Ohio 43212

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Services:

Prayer Service
Tuesday November 23rd 2021 at 6:45 am

John Quint Treboni Funeral Home
1177 W. 5th Avenue
Columbus , Ohio 43212

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Funeral Mass
Wednesday November 24th 2021 at 11:30 am

St. John the Baptist Italian Catholic Church
720 Hamlet Street
Columbus , Ohio 43215-1534

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Obituary

Janet (DiLoreto) Ward, born September 16, 1940, entered into Heaven's Gates on Saturday, November 13, 2021 at the age of 81. Janet lived in Groveport, Ohio, with her life partner, Larry McCann. Janet was preceded in death by her parents; Andy and Rose (Casaro) DiLoreto, her late husband of 26 years; Chuck Ward, Eldest son; Michael Ward, and sisters; Patricia (Glen) Adkins and Mary Lou Walker. As a young girl, Janet worked along side her family in their American-Italian restaurant in the Short North, "20th Century". She graduated from St. Joseph Academy in Columbus. Janet and Chuck were entrepreneurs, starting with Chuck's Little Giant grocery store, and later, Little Italy Pizza Groveport, famous for their homemade salad. Janet was renowned for her Italian recipes on Little Italy's menu. Janet was active in supporting the Groveport community; helping numerous needy families and sponsoring the many school sports' leagues through the years. She was active in the GALA, Sons and Daughters of Italy, and annually donated her time and talents to the Columbus Italian Festival,. Her heart was larger than life itself, so forgiving, so generous and so giving to all. No one was ever a stranger or for in her presence, she welcomed everyone with open arms Casinos were her enjoyment; sights, sounds and SLOTS!
Janet is survived by her three children; Theresa (Mark) Porter, Nadine LaFond, Nicholas (Laura Honeycutt) Ward, Grandchildren; Chase (Talya) Porter, Chane (Abigail Jenkins) Porter, Samantha (Matthew Hand) Ward, Jordan and Monique LaFond, Avery Ward, Tiffany Jones, Aaron Honeycutt and Bobbie Weiner, six great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and her "adopted children", Michael (Tammy) Davis. Janet is also survived by her four siblings; Andrea (Roger) Myers, Julie (Roland) Lane, Andy (Lynn) DiLoreto and Tonette (John) Sanders. Visitation will be held at the JOHN QUINT TREBONI FUNERAL HOME, 1177 W 5th Avenue, Columbus, Ohio on Tuesday November 23rd from 3-7 p.m. With a GALA service at 6:15 p.m. and a prayer service at 6:45 p.m. A funeral Mass will be held at St John the Baptist Catholic Church, 720 Hamlet Street, Columbus, Ohio 43215 on Wednesday, November 24th at 11:30 a.m. Private family burial. In lieu of flowers donations to Groveport Food Pantry. To sign the on-line condolences please visit www.johnquint.com


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From : St. Joseph Academy Alumnae
To : Family of Janet DiLoreto Ward
Date: November 16th 2021

The Notre Dame de Namur Alumnae Association of St. Joseph Academy sends sincerest sympathy to the family of our alumna, Janet DiLoreto Ward. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Eternal Rest grant unto her, O Lord. May she sleep in heavenly peace.
From : Contino Family
To : Nick and Family
Date: November 17th 2021

Our deepest and sincere condolences to the family. Janet was always warm and friendly to us all, and she always had words of encouragement and love. Janet is in our prayers. Marge, Joe, John, Amy and Tammy and Family. God Bless
From : Diana and Gary Clemens
To : Nick and family
Date: November 17th 2021

Nick, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your sweet mother. Janet always had time to stop and chat (even when we ran into her at the casino) and always wore a smile. We will miss seeing and talking to her. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
From : Kristy (Ervin) Thompson
To : Family of Janet Ward
Date: November 20th 2021

Thoughts and prayers for you all. Janet was always so kind, welcoming and always made us feel at home. I will miss her.
From : Virginia & Clem Pannella
To : The Family of Janet
Date: November 21st 2021

So sorry to hear of Janet’s passing. We were in Amici D’Oro and the GAC together for many years. It was a pleasure to have known her for many years. She also treated the Gala ladies to many wonderful pizzas! Ginny & Clem Pannella
From : Shelby Westwood & Paige Crouse
To : Janet Ward’s family
Date: November 22nd 2021

Our deepest sympathy to Janet’s entire family, especially
Nick. Janet was a wonderful and caring woman and friend to
all she met. Our euchre card club will be lost without her smiling face.
Lots of prayers for those who knew and loved her%uD83D%uDE4F
From : Seymour/Leora Ludwig
To : Family of Janet Ward
Date: November 23rd 2021

We are so very sorry to hear the passing of such a beautiful lady.SHE has left a great legacy for her family.I will surely miss her kind sweet smile.My heart hurts for the family of Janet.I"m sure she"s in heaven smiling down on us.GOD BLESS.


From : John Kershner
To : Nick, Laura & Avery
Date: November 23rd 2021

Nick, Laura and Avery.

I am so sorry for the passing of your sweet and wonderful Mother / Grandmother. She is such a positive and kind soul and will be greatly missed by so many. Our hope is built on a wonderful reunion together in heaven.


From : Howard Wells
To : Family of Janet Ward
Date: November 24th 2021

I first met Janet while I was coaching swimming at the Hilltop YMCA in Columbus. Janet, and a group of ladies, including Pat Ross, were always there to help with anything, especially when I started coaching in Groveport. She was very involved in her family activities. I remember Nicky, Mike and Nadine, and they exhibited the strong family values they were taught by their parents. Janet was kind, always friendly and was always there when needed. She will be greatly missed by the Groveport community.
From : Ginny Clark
To : Janet Wards Family
Date: November 30th 2021

So sad to hear of Janet’s passing. We shared family through my Aunt Lucy Gatto. I’ll miss her at the Sons /Daughters of Italy events. Sending my thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Ginny Fulcher ( Gatto) Clark
From : Chris Fadley
To : Family of Janet Ward
Date: December 28th 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. I have such wonderful memories of Janet. She will be greatly missed. Dad sends his condolences as well. You are in our prayers.
Chris Fadley and Tom Fadley.