Janet LeBreton Chapman

Janet LeBreton Chapman, 86, of West Lampeter Township passed away unexpectedly at home on Thursday, February 19, 2026. Born in Strasburg Township on April 28, 1939, she was the daughter of the late George F. and Esther M. Walton Chapman. She grew up on a small farm in Strasburg and Lampeter Townships. The farmhouse had a coal furnace, and water came from an outdoor hand pump. Janet developed a strong work ethic at a young age. After graduating from Lampeter High School in 1957, Janet worked for Hamilton Watch Company in Lancaster. She then went to work for Martin's Dairy in Lancaster. She retired as a bookkeeper for H.C. Rineer & Sons, Inc. in Strasburg. Janet was a woman of great faith who was very active at her church, Lampeter United Methodist Church. She joined the church in 1966. She was a junior church teacher for many years. Janet was dedicated to the Lancaster County Art Association. She served as Secretary and Treasurer of the board at one point. Janet was a very active volunteer and will be missed greatly by the Art Association. Oil painting was one of her favorite hobbies. Janet enjoyed working in her yard, she had butterfly bushes and a milkweed patch for the monarchs. She especially loved watching the birds and feeding them all winter long. She knitted and crocheted baby hats and shawls which she gave to charity. She was a longtime supporter and donator to Hospice & Community Care. Janet was a kind, selfless, compassionate, generous and very strong woman. She remained strong throughout her whole life and led others to faith. She was loved by her family, friends and neighbors and will be missed by many. Janet is survived by her nephew, Randall M. Chapman of Lancaster and her nieces, Ceilia C. Dodge, wife of Stephen of Mohton and Cynthia G. Guldin of Dresden, TN. She was preceded in death by her brother, George F. Chapman, Jr. Family and friends are respectfully invited to Janet's viewing on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 9AM to 10AM from the Melanie B. Scheid Funeral Directors & Cremation Services, 317 E. Orange Street, Lancaster followed by graveside services at 11AM from the Strasburg Mennonite Cemetery, 1514 Village Road, Strasburg. Memorial Service for Janet will be held on Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5PM from the Lancaster County Art Association, 149 Precision Avenue, Strasburg, PA with Rev. Dr. John G.Smith officiating. Friends will be received at the Art Association from 4PM to 5PM. Dinner will be served after the service. Please omit flowers, memorial remembrances may be made in Janet's memory to Lampeter UM Church, 1101 Village Road, Lampeter, PA 17537 or to the Lancaster County Art Association.

Janet LeBreton Chapman

April 28, 1939 - February 19, 2026