Sarah Jane Truitt
Whaleyville

Sarah Jane “Janie” Truitt, age 59, of Wilmington, Del., passed away on May 1, 2026.  Born on September 26, 1966, in Whaleyville, Maryland, she was the beloved daughter of Herman “Bunk” and Shirley Truitt and the beloved sister of Thomas and Jennie Truitt.

Janie graduated from Indian River High School and Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.

After working in Washington D.C. for a few years, Janie attended the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia.  After earning an MBA at Darden, Janie worked for Bank of America in Charlotte, North Carolina.  Remaining in the banking industry, Janie relocated to Wilmington, Delaware, where she resided for the past twenty years.

Janie’s warm smile and compassion were known to many, and she brought warmth and laughter to all who knew her.  Fluent in French, Janie spent much time traveling throughout the world, and spending time in France.  She loved cats, travel, cooking, and family above all else. Planning and preparing meals for loved ones brought her much joy.  Her final passion was helping people live healthier lives through her work as a certified health coach.

Janie is survived by her beloved son, Thomas Weiler; his father, Steven Weiler; her sister, Jennie Knapp (Bill); nieces Whitney McNamara (James) and Katelyn Knapp; great-nieces, Remi and Claire McNamara; and great-nephew, Caleb McNamara.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Whaleyville United Methodist Church in Whaleyville, beginning at 2 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Brain Tumor Society or the Worcester County Humane Society.