Janet K. Whitlatch

Janet Baker Whitlatch, age 77 of Upper Arlington, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, January 16, 2019. Janet was born and raised in Newark, Ohio, daughter of the late Paul and Hazel Baker. Also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Whitlatch, Jr. and sister, Linda Sandman. Janet graduated from Newark High School, Class of 1959 and went on to graduate from The Ohio State University where she received her Bachelor's and Master's degree in City and Regional Planning. Following college, Janet's path led her to be a full-time stay at home devoted mother. She was a kind, compassionate, loving and understanding woman. She volunteered with Canine Companions, was a member of the Embroiders Guild and Lakeside Women's Club. Janet enjoyed birdwatching, needlework projects, crocheting, reading, and spending time at her cottage at Lakeside. Most of all however, Janet loved being a grandmother and spending time with her grandsons. She will be greatly missed by her beloved children, Susan (Robb) Beckstedt and Brian Whitlatch; grandsons, Austin and Braden Beckstedt; sister, Marlene Murphy; nieces and nephews, Greg (Lisa) Sandman, Jill (Richard) Finck, Mike (Teresa) Sandman, Melanie Murphy, Leslie (Todd) See, and Kristen Murphy; and many other extended family members and dear friends. She truly was the kindest person with the most gentle heart. The family will receive friends from 4-7 P.M. Thursday, January 24, 2019 at SCHOEDINGER NORTHWEST CHAPEL, 1740 Zollinger Rd. A memorial service will be held at the same location at 11 A.M. Friday, January 25. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in memory of Janet Whitlatch to the Lakeside Chautauqua Foundation, 236 Walnut Ave., Lakeside, OH 43440. To share memories or condolences, please visit www.schoedinger.com.