Mrs. Janet Muhm

Janet Muhm passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 10, 2023 in Cherry Hill, New Jersey. Born on July 21, 1927 in Albert Lea, Minnesota, she was raised in Norman, Oklahoma by her parents Charles Robin and Marjorie Helen (nee Thomson) Sandifer before moving to a farm in Iowa. Janet later graduated from Iowa State College (now University), where she met her husband, Bob, the love of her life. They lived in several different states during their marriage, but spent the longest time in West Deptford, NJ. As an active member of The Presbyterian Church at Woodbury for many years, Janet served in many positions including Elder, Deacon, Trustee, Sunday School teacher, alto in the choir, head of the Mission Task Force, participant in the Handy Helpers group, and more. Janet believed strongly in helping others. She undertook a wide variety of volunteer opportunities including serving as a volunteer and board member at the Abilities Center (now Abilities Solutions) in Westville, NJ over the course of approximately 20 years. As a member of "The Sewing Ladies" of Christ Episcopal Church she spent many afternoons with her friends making Christmas ornaments for sale at that church’s Christmas bazaar. The memories of those afternoons on the patio, and her hand in the creative process, bring an extra layer of meaning to decorating the Christmas tree each year. Janet was intellectually curious throughout her life and had many interests and hobbies. She enjoyed golfing, gardening, and needlework, and while taking graduate classes in her 40’s was told by a professor that she had a streak of ‘mathematical genius.’ Most important to Janet were her family and friends. Her home served as a gathering point for family members across the country, and she hosted many meals filled with good conversation and laughter. She was a talented cook and passed that interest on to all four of her daughters. Janet was predeceased by her husband of 63 years, Robert Muhm, and her five siblings, C. Richard (Dick) Sandifer, Donald Sandifer, Joan Sandifer, Marjorie Ewall, and Robin (Bob) Sandifer. She is survived by her daughters Claire Muhm (Rory O’Connor) of Key West, FL; Barbara Faust (Richard) of Carmichael, CA; Marjorie Workman (John) of Wilmington, DE; and Pauline Pohl (Howard) of Palatine, IL. She also leaves behind her grandchildren, Emily Faust, Robin Workman, Rebecca Polito (Nicholas), and Eric Pohl (Nicole), as well as two great-grandchildren, Benjamin and Zoe Polito, and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 23 at The Presbyterian Church at Woodbury, 67 S. Broad St., Woodbury NJ. The service is at 11 am in the Sanctuary, with visitation beginning at 10:30 am in the Chapel (behind the front of the Sanctuary), and lunch following at noon in Fellowship Hall. Burial will precede the church service, at 9:30 am at Woodbury Memorial Park, 879 Kings Highway, West Deptford, NJ. At that time, the ashes of both Janet and Bob will be interred. Friends and family are welcome. Arrangements by McBride – Foley Funeral Home, Paulsboro. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to The Presbyterian Church at Woodbury or to Abilities Solutions, 1208 Delsea Drive, Westville, NJ 08093. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.

Mrs. Janet Muhm

July 21, 1927 - September 10, 2023