Janet “Gale” Fairbanks, 92, of Easton, PA, died Thursday, April 10, 2025 in Saucon Valley Manor. Born July 14, 1932 in Imperial, PA, she was the daughter of the late James Herbert Black, Sr. and Hazel Jean (Lyda) Black. Her husband, Paul Louis Fairbanks, Jr. died in 2006 and her son, Paul L. Fairbanks, III died in 2021. Janet graduated from Findlay High School and worked at Joseph Horne Co. in the Beaver Valley Mall.
Surviving are four daughters, Patti Mudd and her husband, Dan of Reno, NV; Cindy Fairbanks of Easton, Diane Pennington and her husband, Ross of Easton; Kelly Cramer and her husband, Robert of Jensen Beach, FL; a daughter-in-law, Linda Fairbanks of Lakeland, FL; a brother, Joe Black; 17 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and 3 great great grandchildren. In addition to her husband and son, she was predeceased by 10 brothers; a sister; and a granddaughter.
A memorial service will be held at 3:00 pm on Friday, May 2, 2025 in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton St., Easton with a visitation from 2:00 pm until service time in the funeral home. Interment will be in Florida National Cemetery, Bushnell. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Luke’s Hospice, www.slhn.org/development. Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Cindy Fairbanks
April 15, 2025 at 5:08 pm
No matter how much you know death is coming it still hits hard. I loved Mom and will miss her so much. I am glad she is no longer in pain and has joined my father, my brother, her parents and the rest of the crew she grew up with. She will be especially glad to see her sister, Lee as she missed her every day. I love you Mom. ❤️
Kim Chichester Freeman
April 16, 2025 at 6:31 pm
Patty, Cindy, Diane, and Kelly:
From our family to yours, our deepest sympathies to all of you. We will keep you in our prayers. We understand how difficult it is to lose any family member, but I try to keep in mind that they are no longer in pain and will be happy to be reunited with those that have gone before them. Rest in peace Aunt Gale. ❤️
Dan Black
April 27, 2025 at 9:13 am
Patty, Cindy, Diane and Kelly –
You all have our deepest condolence. Some of my fondest memories of Aunt Janet were as a child during Holiday parties and family gatherings. Aunt Janet was always so loving and kind – she was a very special person.
Your mother will remain forever in our hearts and memories. We wish you all Peace and Comfort during this difficult time.
Dan and Ruth Black