Janet R. Gorton Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Janet R. Gorton (Cobleskill, New York), born in Sharon Springs, New York, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on December 20, 2025 at the age of 82. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire her loved ones, keeping Janet's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While her presence may be gone, her impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
She was predeceased by: her husband Frederick Gorton; her parents, Olin Wilday and Ella Wilday (Moak); her siblings, Shirley Martinez, Richard E. Wilday and Doris Clancy; her sister-in-law Kay Wilday; her niece Melanie Wilday; and her stepson Melvin Gorton.
She is survived by: her sister Elaine Davenport (Romine); and her brother-in-law Dave Clancy. She is also survived by many stepchildren, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews.
