Beloved by all who knew her, Janis Page Riedal of Bel Air, MD, left an indelible mark on the hearts of those she encountered. Born in 2008, Janis exuded a rare kindness and selflessness that endeared her to everyone she met. Her passion for Blacksmithing led her to apprentice at the Jerusalem Mill, where her dedication and talent shone. Known for her vibrant spirit, Janis was a beacon of love and positivity, bringing joy to those around her with her infectious energy. On November 6, 2024, at Johns Hopkins Hospital, the world lost a remarkable young woman who touched the hearts of many.
While studying welding at Harford Tech High School, Janis excelled in her craft, earning Honorary Welding Certificates before her untimely passing. A skillful Apprentice Blacksmith at the Jerusalem Mill, Janis had a special talent for creating beauty with her hands and admired vibrant colors, especially Lavender. She would often brighten people's days with three daily compliments, embodying selflessness and kindness in all she did. Janis's kind heart and unwavering devotion to others were evident in every aspect of her life. She took great joy in uplifting those around her, always quick with a kind word or a compliment to brighten someone's day. Always putting others first, Janis had a profound impact on everyone she met. Her love for Roller Derby, her favorite sport, led her to be honored as an honorary member of a professional team, with her jersey number retired in recognition of her spirited contribution to the sport.
Janis adored her family, both blood and chosen, valuing the connections she shared with her father Jason and (Amma) Sarah Riedal, mother Lauren Mastorakis, siblings Nathan Mastorakis and Nora Hartwell, as well as her beloved grandparents Tina and Rich Corbin, Mike and Pattie Procyk, Bobby and Tina Boardwine, Aunts and Uncles Rachel and Brendan, Dave, Zach, Kris and Jeff, Steph and Tony, her Best Friend and Wifey Bella, extended family. Janis leaves behind her beloved Albino Leopard Gecko "Martina".
With a profound love for life and a deep-rooted belief in the power of kindness, Janis leaves behind a legacy of warmth, laughter, and love. As we honor her memory and celebrate her remarkable spirit, we invite friends, relatives, and loved ones to join us in bidding farewell to Janis at her upcoming funeral services.
A viewing will be held on Sunday, November 17, 2024, from 1 P.M. to 3 P.M, at the Zellman Funeral Home, P.A., 927 Pulaski Highway, Havre de Grace, Maryland. Where a Celebration of Life will be at 3 P.M. with Chaplain Naomi J. Madaras officiating.
Though Janis's physical presence may no longer grace our lives, her light will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. In honoring her memory, may we also strive to embody the kindness, joy, and love that she so effortlessly shared with the world. Janis will forever remain a cherished presence in our hearts, a reminder of the beauty of a life lived with compassion and grace.
Janis's legacy of kindness, generosity, and colorful spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Though she may no longer walk among us, her memory will continue to inspire acts of compassion and joy for years to come.
Those who wish to make a donation in her memory may choose from Janis's two charities she loved and believed in; Jerusalem Mill Blacksmith Shop, P.O. Box 237, Kingsville, MD 21087 or Johns Hopkins Hospital, c/o The Child Life, 1800 Orleans Street, Baltimore, MD 21287.

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