Obituary

Janet Bookman, 70, of Chesterfield, Virginia went to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 28, 2026. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charles and June Bookman; brother, Mark Bookman; and sister Deborah Bookman. Janet is survived by her daughter, Susan Sams (Jeff); son, Jeffrey Stephens; grandchildren, Taylor Stephens, Bayleigh Souther (Steven), Katie Sams, Harrison Sams (Hailey), Ruby Sams (Tristan), and Lavin Burris; great-grandchildren, Skylar Paynter, Colton Paynter, Jack Souther, Hank Souther, Hadleigh Sams, and two on the way; brother, Chuck Bookman (Tracy); and sister, Gail Conner (Steve). Janet was a devoted aunt and great aunt. She is also survived by her devoted fur baby, Destiny.

Janet was happiest with sand between her toes, flowers in her hands, and her family by her side. For her, family was the beginning and end of every beautiful thing.

Janet’s graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm on Thursday, April 9 at Providence United Methodist Church Cemetery, 901 S. Providence Rd., N. Chesterfield, VA 23236.