Janet Kay Hamrick
December 6, 1943 - December 21, 2024
Janet Kay Hamrick, age 81, of New Castle, DE, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2024.
Born in Charleston, WV, on December 6, 1943, she was a daughter of the late Emmet and Ivory (Carpenter) Hudnall. Janet worked as a secretary for many years at William Penn High School.
Deeply committed to her faith, Janet served as a church member of First Baptist Church of New Castle for 60 years. In her spare time, she could be found sewing quilts, doing arts and crafts or making scrapbooks. More than anything else, Janet was the epitome of a family woman and cherished all the memories spent with her loved ones, especially her grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, Janet was preceded in death by her sisters, Betty Wyatt, Sandy Hudnall and Noralene Hudnall. She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Eldon K. Hamrick; children, Aaron Scott Hamrick (Lyn) and Annette Susan Gebhardt (Erik); sister, Gaila Lambert; grandchildren, Benjamin (Heather), Alyssa, Jonathan, Madeline (Brandon) and Ty; and great-grandson, Brink.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:30 am until 11:30 am on Friday, December 27, 2024, at First Baptist Church of New Castle, 901 E. Basin Road, New Castle, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 11:30 am. Entombment will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park, 2220 N. DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Janet’s memory to First Baptist Church of New Castle, 901 E. Basin Road, New Castle, DE 19720 or online by clicking here.
Rose
I am going to miss her so much ❤️
Butch Callahan
Joy and I are saddened to hear of Janet’s passing. We remember her as a sweet, happy wife and mother and a faithful follower of Christ.
To Eldon, and family, you are in our prayers.
Barbara Mack
God bless the Hamrick family and many prayers as you go through your loss. Janet was a true believer in Jesus so there will be many blessings awaiting her.
Makaila blizzard
She was one of the amazing person I have ever met I will always remember when going up the kids ministry would go over to there house and go in there pool it was so fun we will miss her dearly
William&Monica Richardson
We remember Janet fondly from the many yrs we served together at church. Our thoughts & prayers are w/the family.
Edna Watt
I was so very sorry to hear that Janet has passed away. She was such a good friend for many years, and I’m sad to know that she is gone. I’m sure you feel the same way. My sympathies to Eldon, Aaron & Annette. My family and i will keep all of you in our prayers.
Edna Watt & Family
Kimberly McMillan
Aaron and Lyn, I am so very sorry for this crushing loss. Aaron, it is clear that all that your mom was shines in the person that you are. My prayers are with you and your family. <3
Sammie Gillespie Allman
So sorry for your loss. Go rest high on the mountain Janet you earthly work is done . Sweet memories will be with us . Love and prayers .
Trish Fox
Praying that the memories of Janet as she was a faithful Christian, wonderful wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother, will give you comfort in the days ahead and joy as you celebrate her life and love.
Shelley Ferguson Kimmey
Janet has been a part of our families lives since before I was born. I have find memories of her from when I was young and attending First Baptist. Such a sweet and Godly woman. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time
Dennis and Diane Chidester
Diane and I send our heartfelt condolences to Eldon and family .
I could never thank Janet enough for introducing Diane to me at FBCDE . My family and the Hamricks were close friends and longtime members at First Baptist.
She will be deeply missed.
Jannifa Heyward
My deepest sympathy to the Hamricks family. Janet was a great servant and friend. She will be greatly missed. May God gave you all peace and comfort.
Dori Brasure
Janet was a sweet, godly lady. In the year we attended First Baptist, I enjoyed talking to her. I know she will be greatly missed. Love to Eldon and the family.
Bessie Pruitt
Eldon and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. Janet was a beautiful, sweet, kind and loving Christian lady.
You were the best husband and lovingly took good care of her.
God blessed you with many wonderful years together. That’s what true love looks like.
She will be missed by many.
Sending prayers of strength and comfort in the days ahead.
Cheryl Harpster Buckworth
Im so sorry for your loss. Janet was truly an amazing person the world was a better place with her in it. Our prayers are with your family
Betsy Fleetwood
I’m so sorry to hear of Janet’s passing. She was an amazing lady! She always had a kind smile and a gracious warmth when dealing with students and parents. I hope your memories help ease some of the pain of her passing.
Joy Hunter
I’m so grateful to have known Janet , what a beautiful soul I’m sending my deepest condolences to Eldon and her entire family and praying for comfort during these sad times God bless 🙏🙏
C Blevins
How she was an incredible person and was greatly cherished! She did many amazing things, raised incredible children, helped so many others. How she will be greatly missed but we know she is with the Lord in heaven! We miss her and she inspired us all . 🥰
Janet Hamrick McNeese
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Janet’s passing. I so enjoyed visiting with her at the Hamrick reunion this year. Uncle Eldon – My thoughts and prayers are with you and my cousins.
Craig Blackman
Mrs. Hamrick was a wonderful Christian lady. She spent a good deal of time with my mom, before her passing. Throughout the years our families were close. I know this is going to be hard and very tough going forward living life without your wife, mom, grand mom, sister, and great grand mom. But know this: she is no longer in any pain, she is sitting on the banks of Heaven, glorifying her savior. We will see her again one day, but for now she’s in paradise, as she joined the Heavenly band. She will remain alive and well inside our hearts, because we loved her. As the family now grieves the loss of a loved one. Know that Heaven has truly gained a loving and wondrous soul.
Vincent Jr and Theresa Post
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Vincent Jr and Theresa Post
Terri Hadley
Our deepest sympathy to Eldon and family. We have fond memories of Janet and your entire family.
Terri and Tim
Sandra W Shuman
Rest in peace, Janet, my friend. Condolences to the family.
Frank Lagola
Love singing in hymn class with Janet & Eldon leading us. Very thankful I had a really good conversation with her at church about a month ago. Grateful I visited her in the hospital last Friday & prayed with & for her.
Tom and Peggy Rabenold
We loved her too. Such a wonderful joyful woman. We are blessed to have known her and to be a part of her extended family through our daughter’s marriage to her grandson Benjamin . Love to all
Amelia Dye
RIP Janet. Sweet lady you will be forever remembered, loved and missed. My condolences Eldon to you and your family.
Cheryl Buckalew
The most selfless person I have ever known. Always wished the best for everyone. Family was everything to her. I will miss our weekly crafting and adventures but I know you are rejoicing with Jesus
Ms.Dixie
Dearest Precious Maddie and family, sending my love and prayers to all…she was a “special angel in disguise”, just like you..God Bless…love always, Ms. Dixie
Joseph Post
Aunt Janet will be missed by so many relatives. She was a beautiful lady both inside and out. God bless her family and friends. She was truly a blessing to all of us. Rest in peace Aunt Janet.
Theresa Holyfield
Aunt Janet will be sadly missed, she was such a sweet and beautiful person. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Sending hugs and love!
Lora (Galuska) Morrow
As a young teen, spent many Sundays in the First Baptist Church nursery with Mrs. Hamrick. She was such a sweet lady, and her deep faith was always so important to her. Condolences to the family.
Shelly Hoglund
So sorry for your loss!
Phyllis
I was so happy that Janet and Eldonwisited me ai Cadia What a blessing We talked for over and hour Iwas so happy to see her I will miss her friendship 😔
Phyllis Thompson
I willmiss her friendship She visited me at Cadia Therapy We talked for over an hours May comfort the family
Diane Woodham
Mrs.Hamrick, was the sweetest person. I will miss seeing her at her dental appointments. Man hugs to the family, Diane
Karen Wheeler Dahne
Janet and I were second cousins, we grew up together on Campbells Creek, my condolences to her family, I have fond memories of our childhood
Nicholas W Johnson
Eldon, you and your family are in our prayers. We have so many memories of you and Janet. I (Linda) still remember those years, which seem to be not so long ago, when you and Janet first meet.
The two of you were so much in love and that love remained constant. Our prayer is that the love you shared for all those years will keep you and give you peace. May God comfort you with more sweet memories than tears. With heartfelt sympathy, Nick and Linda (Belcher) Johnson