Janet Marie Gambuzza

Janet was born in Weedsport and attended Weedsport Central School. She pursued Business Administration at Cayuga Community College. She was an artist and musician, receiving accolades in local papers during her youth. She was employed with Kalets, Red Star, and Cosentino’s florist while living in Auburn, then at Peerless Insurance in Syracuse when she moved to Camillus.

Janet married Mario J. Gambuzza in 1964 of Auburn, NY – a wedding where over 500 attended. They started a family, lived in Auburn, then moved to Camillus in 1977. She was always involved with her kids’ activities whether it was Scouts, Brownies, West Genesee Marching Band, Ski Club, and the many events they were involved with. She hosted many parties over those years, whether for her husband’s employer, as well as pool parties for the kids. She also valued exercise, healthy eating, and activities keeping her youthful and young at heart.

Upon retirement, she joined the love of her life in the big move to Fort Myers, FL where they spent over 30 years. She again made numerous friends, participated in the Fort Myers Greeters Club, and built a wonderful life at their southern compound. Whether it was trips to the beach, waterfront dining, or social activities, she grew to truly love their new Florida home. She prided herself in her talents at home decorating, and truly made their townhouse a beautiful home. It was there she also loved entertaining her granddaughter, whether it was time at the beach, visits to Lakes Park, and the Art Walk in downtown Fort Myers. She was a valued member of the Amberwood community, and formed lasting relationships with a great number of residents.

Janet was predeceased by her parents, Anthony and Irene Joshanski, and sister Dolores She is survived by her husband, Mario, a son Michael (Teresa), and daughter Tina (Mike) Gambuzza-Sowan, and grandchild Rosalind Sowan. The family would like to thank the nurses from Carewell as well as Hope Hospice. There will be no immediate services; a celebration of Janet’s life will be held later this month in Fort Myers.