Jan Hamutoff

Janet Elaine Hamutoff of Yorba Linda passed away on Sunday, November 1st, 2026. She was born on September 24, 1943, in Montebello to Lawrence and Inez Anderson. Jan attended Cal State Los Angeles and worked as an elementary school teacher, homemaker, and later as substitute teacher. Jan found joy in life's simple and beautiful pleasures. She loved playing the piano, tending to her garden, making homemade jams, and serving in her church community as a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her talents, kindness, and willingness to serve were gifts she shared generously with those around her, along with heartfelt gifts of her own flowers and homemade treats. Jan was preceded in death by her parents, Lawrence and Inez Anderson and her sister, Joyce Litle. She is survived by her husband Ron Hamutoff; children Matthew Hamutoff, Cherish Hamutoff, and Melanie (Tyler) Ropelato; and grandchildren Archer Ropelato and Larkin Ropelato. Jan leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, service, and devotion. Her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 21, 2026, at 10:45 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (5550 Ohio Street, Yorba Linda, CA 92886). A viewing will proceed the service at 10am. She will be laid to rest at Loma Vista Memorial Park in Fullerton, with the grave dedication commencing at 1:30pm. Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate Jan's life and honor the beautiful memories she leaves behind.