Janet attended Southeast High School in Kansas City, Missouri, and carried forward a steady, thoughtful approach to life that was reflected in the care she showed others. her kind heart and generous spirit were evident to those who knew her.
She worked for the City of Kansas City, Missouri in an administrative role and retired in 1988. Through her years of service, Janet was known for the dependable presence she brought to her work and the consideration she extended to the people around her.
Janet was preceded in death by her parents, Russell and Roberta Griffing, and her husband, Dayton Jackson. She is survived by her sister, Carol Claxton from Mississippi; her great-niece Kerri Diehl; her great-great-niece Ashley Florez.
In her personal time, Janet found comfort and enjoyment in reading books, puzzles, and cross-stitch—simple pleasures that suited her patient nature and reflected the warmth she brought to everyday life.
