There are people who come into your life who enrich it in ways you can never imagine. Janet was first my teacher, who then became a mentor, a colleague, and a friend. Janet changed my way of looking at mathematics in ways that influenced the way I thought about the subject and informed how I taught it. She brought the subject matter to life, highlighting its beauty and elegance. Her eyes would sometimes actually twinkle when she caught a student in an "aha moment". She was one of the most accomplished woman I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. Author, gifted teacher to future teachers, mentor to many, proud mother, loving wife, and a good friend --- these were her gifts and she shared them with so many . Her contributions to the discipline of mathematics are many. She leaves a legacy that will live on in the hearts and minds of all who were privileged enough to have known her and been taught by her. My sincerest condolences and heartfelt prayers for comfort and strength go out to her husband and children.
