Janet M. Konopa

Date of Death: August 3, 2026

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Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

Friday 8/14, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church

130 Keating Drive

Winchester, Virginia 22601

(540) 662-5858 |

Saturday 8/15, 12:30 pm

Janet M. Konopa, 89, passed away peacefully at her son’s home in Winchester, Virginia, Monday, August 3, 2026.

She was born February 8, 1937, in Neptune, New Jersey, to the late James V. and Agnes Q. Gallagher. She was predeceased by her brothers James and Richard, her son Kevin, and her ex-husband, Michael Konopa, with whom she remained friends until his passing.

Janet was formerly a resident of Round Hill, VA. in Loudoun County, where she raised twelve children with her husband Michael while renovating their Victorian era home.

Janet received her LPN degree in nursing in 1977 then began working nights at Loudoun Memorial Hospital. In 1984, with five children still at home and while working nights full time, she went back to school at Shenandoah University to earn her bachelor’s degree as a Registered Nurse. She moved to the Winchester area in 2004 to be closer to her children, then retired from Loudoun Memorial Hospital as a supervisor in 2005.

Janet was known by all who met her as a cheerful loving soul with an excellent sense of humor. She enjoyed spending time with her friends, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. She especially enjoyed watching the little ones learn to swim in her pool. She also liked tinkering in her flower gardens, doing puzzles, and playing with her dogs. She was a devout Catholic. She found peace and joy in attending Mass regularly, conversing with priests, holding prayer sessions with her friends and children, and participating in Adoration.

She is survived by eleven children: Michael, Kathryn, Kirsten, Otto, Theresa, Agnes, Marianne, Christopher, Karl, Fredericka, and Paul, as well as many grandchildren and great grandchildren.

She will also be missed by life-long friends, Pat Gallagher, Joann Donnelly, and Betty Wolford.

A visitation will be held on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 6pm to 8pm at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, August 15, 2025, at 12:30pm at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Janet’s name to Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church of Winchester, or Blue Ridge Hospice.

Rick & Kathy Gregory

Cindi Looney Colby

Ruth Goodwin

James Gallagher

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Amherst Chapel

1600 Amherst Street

Winchester, VA 22601

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Friday 8/14, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church

130 Keating Drive

Winchester, Virginia 22601

(540) 662-5858 | Map

Saturday 8/15, 12:30 pm

Janet M. Konopa, 89, passed away peacefully at her son’s home in Winchester, Virginia, Monday, August 3, 2026. She was born February 8, 1937, in Neptune, New Jersey, to the late James V. and Agnes Q. Gallagher. She was predeceased by her brothers James and Richard, her son Kevin, and her ex-husband, Michael Konopa, withContinue Reading

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I am so sorry to hear this! I lived across from the Kanopas from the time I was 14 until I was 19. I spent a LOT of time with her and rode their wonderful pony, Pushka, almost daily. She was my respite and 2nd mom until I moved. I don't think that I ever saw her lose her temper, what with all of her children of various ages. I always got a kick out of the kids running through the continuous construction on that Victorian. I have thought of her often throughout the years! May you rest in peace!, my friend!

Our condolences on your loss. We will remember Janet as a friendly person who always had a smile on her face.

I am so sorry to hear that “Mama” Konopa has passed. She was truly a lovely individual and will be missed by more people than you might imagine. I will keep her in my prayers.

In memory of Janet M. Konopa, Rick & Kathy Gregory lit a candle we know that God has her in his hands. She is walking the streets of gold and feeling no pain. We are here for you as well

In memory of Janet M. Konopa, Rick & Kathy Gregory lit a candle

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Heaven gained a wonderful Angel!! She will be missed greatly! Please accept our sincere condolences and prayers to all the family. Oh how she loved you all. Keep her infectious smile, laughter, and compassion alive.

I was very sorry to hear this news. She was an awesome lady. The stories are legendary. She always made me laugh.good friends with my mother.thoughts and prayers go out to the family. sincerely, Doug moore

In memory of Janet M. Konopa, Cindi Looney Colby lit a candle

Always enjoyed working with her My condolences to her family

Janet was such a special lady. She was always so cheerful, a great mom to all her many great children, and she has and always will be fondly remembered for her time living in Round Hill, VA. She and her family were a big part of the Round Hill Community. May God be with all the family to provide them peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Janet will always have a special place in my heart. Her cheery good nature was a delight.

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.