Janet Rose Kozsey

Janet Rose Kozsey, age 83 of Painesville, passed away at her home on Sunday, February 15, 2026. She was born February 18, 1942 in Painesville, the daughter of Edward and Florence (Flynn) Elia.

Janet was eager to help out whenever and wherever she could. She began her career working for Diamond Shamrock. She then worked in data entry for Avery Dennison and the United Way of Lake County. She was an enthusiastic “Avon Lady” and volunteered at the Lake County Historical Society, the Food Bank, and at St. Bede’s Church, where she was an active member. She enjoyed line dancing, butterflies and her pets were near and dear to her heart. Most of all, Janet loved people; she kept conversation light and loved to laugh. Janet truly believed “There is always something to be thankful for.”

She is survived by her daughters, Laura (Keith) Yoho, Eva Lynne Mills; son, Lee “Andy” Kozsey, Jr.; grandchildren, Blake (Lauren) Anthony Yoho, Brock Everett Yoho and Dean Mills; sisters, Judith Warner, Martha (George) Konick; nieces and nephews, Sonia, Sherri, Michael, Brian and Denise. She was preceded in death by daughter, Jennifer Kozsey; her parents; and sister, Roberta “Bobbie” Mae Elia.

A Memorial Mass for Janet will take place at 11:00am on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at St. Bede’s Catholic Church, 9114 Lakeshore Blvd. in Mentor. The family will receive guests at the church for one hour prior to the service. Burial will take place at Perry Cemetery on Center Street in Perry, Ohio. The Behm Family Funeral Home is assisting the family during this time. Online obituary and guestbook at www.behmfuneral.com