Janet R. Capello Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Janet R. Capello May 25, 1935 - December 6, 2012 Janet R. Capello, 77, passed away Thursday in a local hospital after a brief illness. She was born to Victor & Lena Capello and was a lifelong resident of Vallejo and extremely proud of her Italian American Heritage, always trying to make things better for those around her. She was a graduate of both Vallejo High School and Vallejo Junior College. She worked for more than 40 years for Metropolitan Life Insurance Company before retiring in 1996. Janet will be remembered for many things. She had a strong and influential voice in local politics and always made others aware of which candidate she endorsed. She also served on the Civil Service Commission and the Charter Review Board with the City of Vallejo. Janet was a member of St. Vincent's Church for many years. Her passion however was the Sons of Italy. Janet was a member for Sons of Italy Beatrice Portinari Lodge #1626 for over 63 years. During that time she served in countless positions including Past Vice President of the Grand Lodge of California. She was the Chairman of the Annual Sons of Italy Fashion Show as well as the Sons of Italy Scholarship Committee. The lodge awards several thousands of dollars to deserving high school students with Italian-American heritage or foreign language students. Currently she held the position of Orator of the Grand Lodge and Secretary of the United Lodges. She enjoyed traveling to their annual National Conventions. Janet was also a member of several other local organizations. She enjoyed shopping, always looking for that perfect hat for the perfect occasion. Janet is survived by her cousin Adeline Nettleton. She was preceded by her parents Victor & Lena Capello and many aunts and uncles. At her request, burial will be private. Family prefers donations to the Vallejo Sons of Italy Scholarship Fund, c/o Sons of Italy, Adeline Nettelton, 1872 Broadway, Vallejo, 94589.