Janet Lynn (Neill) Goett, 74, of Byrnes Mill, died Nov. 29, 2022, in Byrnes Mill. Mrs. Goett was a teacher for 32 years, working at four of the elementary schools in the Northwest R-1 School District, and worked in public relations for Dave Mungenast. She never passed up the opportunity to take a girls’ trip and made unforgettable memories for those around her. She often went fishing with her husband and son simply to spend time with them. Born July 25, 1948, in Mexico, Mo., she was the daughter of the late Harriett “Mickey” (Travis) and John “Holly” Neill.
She is survived by her husband: Richard Goett: a son: Tim (B.J.) Goett; a granddaughter: Tateum Goett; a brother, Mike Neill; an aunt: Kathryn Burkett; two cousins: Lori (Dave) Mayerhoefer and David (Michelle) Burkett; and many other friends and family members.
She was preceded in death by a nephew: Brian Neill.
Visitation is scheduled from 4-8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 5, at Chapel Hill Mortuary, 6300 Hwy. 30, in Cedar Hill. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6, at the funeral home, followed by a graveside service in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Memorials may be made to Open Door Animal Sanctuary, 6065 Duda Road, House Springs 63051; to ProMedica Hospice, 12101 Woodcrest Executive Dr., Suite 102, St. Louis 63141; or to Visiting Angels, 11131 S. Towne Square, Suite F, St. Louis 63123. Arrangements are under the direction of Chapel Hill Mortuary.