Janet Louise Gafney, Age: 81
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Sep 09, 1941---Feb 25, 2023

Janet Louise (Pierce) Gafney, 81, Overland Park, KS, loving wife of Michael Gafney passed away February 25, at AdventHealth Care Center in Overland Park.  She and her family have lived in Overland Park for over 55 years. 

Janet was born in Clay Center, KS to James and Louise Pierce and moved to Kansas City, MO in the 1940’s.  She graduated from Central High School in 1959 and met Michael while working at First National Bank.  They married in 1964.  Janet worked for J.C. Penney Catalogue Center for 17 years while raising her family. 

She leaves behind her husband Michael, son Andrew Gafney, Shawnee, KS, and daughter, Jennifer (Jeff) Martin, Lenexa, KS, and grandchildren Chad Martin, Tyler Martin, and Abigail Gafney.  She also leaves behind her sister, Phyllis Haslem, Rolling Meadows, Ill and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by her parents and sister, Mary Roepke. 

Visitation will be Friday, March 3rd at 9:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass 10:30 a.m. at Holy Spirit Catholic Church 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park, KS 66214. Burial will be held at 1:00 p.m. at Johnson County Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to Harvester’s 3801 Topping Ave., Kansas City, MO 64129 (www.harvesters.org).


Condolences

Glenda Palazzolo Feb 26, 2023

Friend ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Janet was beautiful inside and out. I will miss her so much.

Mark Feb 26, 2023

High School Friend of Mike ,Los Altos Hills ,California

Long time friend of Mike and Janet since before their wedding. Always a sweet and thoughtful lady. I an sorry and ask for God's peace for Mike and the family. Mark Morris

Mary Weiman Feb 27, 2023

Friend ,Olathe ,Kansas

Rest In Peace and comfort, my friend. You were so loved.

Barbara and Phillip Goodbinder Mar 01, 2023

friends and old neighbors ,Overland Park ,Kansas

Mike, Andy, Jenny and families, We were sorry to hear about Janet's passing. She was a lovely neighbor and friend. Sending hugs to all of you. May her memory be for a blessing. Barbara and Phillip 🤗🤗

James Atchison Mar 03, 2023

Friend ,Kansas City ,Missouri

Jenny Martin and Family - So sad to hear of your mother and wife's passing. May you be comforted in God's Love. In Christ's Precious Love Jim Atchison

Services

Event:
Visitation
Location:
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Address:
11300 W. 103rd St.
City:
Overland Park
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66214
Date:
Mar 03, 2023
Time:
9:30 AM
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Event:
Funeral Mass
Location:
Holy Spirit Catholic Church
Address:
11300 W. 103rd St.
City:
Overland Park
State:
Kansas
Zip Code:
66214
Date:
Mar 03, 2023
Time:
10:30 AM
Google Map:
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