She was born in New Britain, CT, the daughter of the late Reginald and Louise (Roy) Michaud and was the youngest of 6 children.
Janice leaves behind her loving husband, Kenneth Smith, her adoring and blessed children, Mary Bruneau and her husband Brian of Bonita Springs, FL, John Formato of Kensington, CT and Bonita Springs, FL; Patricia Vernali and her husband Salvatore of Portland, CT, Joanne Sullivan and her husband, Kelly of Newington, CT, her cherished grandchildren, Joshua and Melanie Bruneau, Kevin and Brianna (Bruneau) Chaffee, Jenalee Bruneau, Alexander and Andrew Vernali, Tymothy and Riley Sullivan, her great grandson, Logan Chaffee,
Her beloved stepchildren whom she considered her own; David and Kelly Dickerman, Mario and Lori DiMartino, Darrell and Debbie Smith, step grandchildren, Mathew and Kristen Dickerman, Devon, Julia and Trent DiMartino, Kayla Dickerman, Jordan and Alexis Smith, step great-grandchildren Brody and Braden Dickerman.
Janice also left behind her adoring sisters, Yvette Devoe, Tina Bernacki, Linda Eumenidi and her husband Donald, and Barbara Ginnetti and her husband John, as well as her beloved cousin Richard Bedard and her lifelong friend and father of her children, Joseph Formato.
Janice also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, in laws, and many blessed friends.
In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her brother James Michaud.
Janice spent many years teaching at CCMC School before retiring and became the face and smile behind the front desk at Sculptures Salons.
Janice has touched so many lives over the years and left a mark on everyone’s soul. She was a genuine person and a devout Christian, with a beautiful smile and a heart of gold.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jan's memory to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl. Memphis, TN 38105 www.stjude.org
Due to the Covid Epidemic, funeral services will be private. A Memorial or Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to be announced.
DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. is assisting with arrangements.
For online condolences please visit www.dellavecchiasouthington.com
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