Janet L. Gapen

Janet Louise Gapen, 73, of Greensboro, passed away on Thursday, October 22, 2026 in her home. Born on August 18, 1953, in McKeesport, she was the daughter of the late Joseph L. and Marjorie (Dolinksy) Kurin. She married her beloved husband, Harley M. Gapen, on November 11, 1979, sharing just shy of 47 wonderful years together.

Throughout her career, Janet served as a buyer for U.S. Steel, worked as a purchasing manager for BorgWarner, and later held the role of global purchasing manager for General Electric. She also worked for Alpha Natural Resources.

Beyond her work, Janet was a member of the Pennsylvania Farm Bureau. She enjoyed gardening and loved her Penn State football. Anything to do with Penn State, Janet was interested. She also loved traveling and cruising. Above all, she especially cherished her granddaughter, who brought her great joy.

Along with her husband, Janet is survived by her son, Harley J. Gapen of Greensboro; granddaughter, Hattie J. Gapen; brother, Larry Kurin (Sue) of Midland, Michigan; sisters, Linda Hoffman of Greensburg, and Marcy Kurin (Alan Campbell) of Jefferson Hills; son-in-law, Donald R. Webb, III, of Canonsburg; and brother-in-law, Daniel C. Gapen (Mary) of Garards Fort; and several nieces and nephews.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Marjorie Gapen Webb.

Family and friends are welcome from 3:00 to 5:30 P.M. on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Yoskovich Funeral Home, Inc., Carmichaels. A funeral service will follow in the funeral home at 5:30 P.M. with Rev. Kenneth Haines and Rev. Lanfer Simpson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation.