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I wish I could be with the family and friends in Dallas today to celebrate Janet’s life with you all, but on behalf of the Hamilton family, we are sending our sympathy, love and prayers! As one of Al & Annette Hamilton’s daughters, I had the privilege of seeing and knowing Janet, as she served the Lord with our family in Puerto Rico and as Dad’s Secretary when he was starting Pioneer Bible Translators. As I remember it, we first met Janet when she was Dad’s secretary at Mission Services and then was with us in San Juan, Puerto Rico, before PBT was started. In some of Dad’s writings he said of Janet, “Her skill and understanding of the mission emphasis which had become so strong in us had also become her life, and she did an excellent job.”
Janet was efficient and resourceful and she put together much of the materials used for conventions and church rallies during those early days of PBT when the first recruits were being recruited. Dad wrote, “Our team was small but the Lord directed others to help us and a small staff of people whom God sent soon became the major recruiting service for Bible translators of the Christian Churches/Churches of Christ.” Janet, as Dad’s secretary and assistant, was among the very first that helped get PBT off the ground, booking speaking engagements for Dad and keeping track of his schedule as well as helping Mom with us kids. I remember Janet always being quick to smile and laughing easily. She used to babysit us kids some when we were little and if she had to scold us, I think it was harder on her than us many times. (I’m not sure who cried more – Janet or us). She was tenderhearted and loving and we always considered her a member of our family. We have many happy memories of Janet and the times we had together. It was Dad who walked her down the aisle when she married Ronnie and started that new and exciting chapter of her life. She was a true servant of the Lord and though our paths haven’t crossed as often in my adult years, she will be missed by all of us in the Hamilton family, but we know as a faithful servant to the Lord Jesus, she now enjoys the rewards of her labors! If Dad were here, he’d have much to say about Janet and her significant role in the early days of PBT, no doubt there is a great reunion happening in heaven! We thank God for Janet, her life, her service and her love for people and the Lord Jesus! To God be the glory!
I wish I could be with the family and friends in Dallas today to celebrate Janet’s life with you all, but on behalf of the Hamilton family, we are sending our sympathy, love and prayers! As one of Al & Annette Hamilton's daughters, I had the privilege of seeing and knowing Janet, as she served the Lord with our family in Puerto Rico and as Dad’s Secretary when he was starting Pioneer Bible Translators. As I remember it, we first met Janet when she was Dad’s secretary at Mission Services and then was with us in San Juan, Puerto Rico, before PBT was started. In some of Dad’s writings he said of Janet, “Her skill and understanding of the mission emphasis which had become so strong in us had also become her life, and she did an excellent job.”
Janet was efficient and resourceful and she put together much of the materials used for conventions and church rallies during those early days of PBT when the first recruits were being recruited. Dad wrote, “Our team was small but the Lord directed others to help us and a small staff of people whom God sent soon became the major recruiting service for Bible translators of the Christian Churches/Churches of Christ.” Janet, as Dad’s secretary and assistant, was among the very first that helped get PBT off the ground, booking speaking engagements for Dad and keeping track of his schedule as well as helping Mom with us kids. I remember Janet always being quick to smile and laughing easily. She used to babysit us kids some when we were little and if she had to scold us, I think it was harder on her than us many times. (I’m not sure who cried more – Janet or us). She was tenderhearted and loving and we always considered her a member of our family. We have many happy memories of Janet and the times we had together. It was Dad who walked her down the aisle when she married Ronnie and started that new and exciting chapter of her life. She was a true servant of the Lord and though our paths haven’t crossed as often in my adult years, she will be missed by all of us in the Hamilton family, but we know as a faithful servant to the Lord Jesus, she now enjoys the rewards of her labors! If Dad were here, he’d have much to say about Janet and her significant role in the early days of PBT, no doubt there is a great reunion happening in heaven! We thank God for Janet, her life, her service and her love for people and the Lord Jesus! To God be the glory!
I wish I could be with the family and friends in Dallas today to celebrate Janet’s life with you all, but on behalf of the Hamilton family, we are sending our sympathy, love and prayers! As one of Al & Annette Hamilton’s daughters, I had the privilege of seeing and knowing Janet, as she served the Lord with our family in Puerto Rico and as Dad’s Secretary when he was starting Pioneer Bible Translators. As I remember it, we first met Janet when she was Dad’s secretary at Mission Services and then was with us in San Juan, Puerto Rico, before PBT was started. In some of Dad’s writings he said of Janet, “Her skill and understanding of the mission emphasis which had become so strong in us had also become her life, and she did an excellent job.”
Janet was efficient and resourceful and she put together much of the materials used for conventions and church rallies during those early days of PBT when the first recruits were being recruited. Dad wrote, “Our team was small but the Lord directed others to help us and a small staff of people whom God sent soon became the major recruiting service for Bible translators of the Christian Churches/Churches of Christ.” Janet, as Dad’s secretary and assistant, was among the very first that helped get PBT off the ground, booking speaking engagements for Dad and keeping track of his schedule as well as helping Mom with us kids. I remember Janet always being quick to smile and laughing easily. She used to babysit us kids some when we were little and if she had to scold us, I think it was harder on her than us many times. (I’m not sure who cried more – Janet or us). She was tenderhearted and loving and we always considered her a member of our family. We have many happy memories of Janet and the times we had together. It was Dad who walked her down the aisle when she married Ronnie and started that new and exciting chapter of her life. She was a true servant of the Lord and though our paths haven’t crossed as often in my adult years, she will be missed by all of us in the Hamilton family, but we know as a faithful servant to the Lord Jesus, she now enjoys the rewards of her labors! If Dad were here, he’d have much to say about Janet and her significant role in the early days of PBT, no doubt there is a great reunion happening in heaven! We thank God for Janet, her life, her service and her love for people and the Lord Jesus! To God be the glory!
Sonja Hawkins
Thursday October 13, 2022
I wish I could be with the family and friends in Dallas today to celebrate Janet’s life with you all, but on behalf of the Hamilton family, we are sending our sympathy, love and prayers! As one of Al & Annette Hamilton's daughters, I had the privilege of seeing and knowing Janet, as she served the Lord with our family in Puerto Rico and as Dad’s Secretary when he was starting Pioneer Bible Translators. As I remember it, we first met Janet when she was Dad’s secretary at Mission Services and then was with us in San Juan, Puerto Rico, before PBT was started. In some of Dad’s writings he said of Janet, “Her skill and understanding of the mission emphasis which had become so strong in us had also become her life, and she did an excellent job.”
Janet was efficient and resourceful and she put together much of the materials used for conventions and church rallies during those early days of PBT when the first recruits were being recruited. Dad wrote, “Our team was small but the Lord directed others to help us and a small staff of people whom God sent soon became the major recruiting service for Bible translators of the Christian Churches/Churches of Christ.” Janet, as Dad’s secretary and assistant, was among the very first that helped get PBT off the ground, booking speaking engagements for Dad and keeping track of his schedule as well as helping Mom with us kids. I remember Janet always being quick to smile and laughing easily. She used to babysit us kids some when we were little and if she had to scold us, I think it was harder on her than us many times. (I’m not sure who cried more – Janet or us). She was tenderhearted and loving and we always considered her a member of our family. We have many happy memories of Janet and the times we had together. It was Dad who walked her down the aisle when she married Ronnie and started that new and exciting chapter of her life. She was a true servant of the Lord and though our paths haven’t crossed as often in my adult years, she will be missed by all of us in the Hamilton family, but we know as a faithful servant to the Lord Jesus, she now enjoys the rewards of her labors! If Dad were here, he’d have much to say about Janet and her significant role in the early days of PBT, no doubt there is a great reunion happening in heaven! We thank God for Janet, her life, her service and her love for people and the Lord Jesus! To God be the glory!
Ever since knowing Janet, she has always been a bright shining light for Jesus and one of the most genuine and caring ladies I’ve known. She and husband Ronnie blessed our community, Montrose, CO for 25 years and had such a huge impact on Montrose Christian Church. Janet will be missed by many. Heaven has definitely gained a precious angel.
Cathy Roberts
Thursday October 13, 2022
Ever since knowing Janet, she has always been a bright shining light for Jesus and one of the most genuine and caring ladies I've known. She and husband Ronnie blessed our community, Montrose, CO for 25 years and had such a huge impact on Montrose Christian Church. Janet will be missed by many. Heaven has definitely gained a precious angel.