Janice Houk Naples

Janice Houk Naples, 87, of Charlotte, North Carolina passed away on Thursday, the 23rd of October, 2025. She is survived by her son, Chris Chambers; stepson David Naples (Kathy), stepdaughter Toni Naples; grandchildren Christopher Chambers (Megan), Danielle Greene (Sam), and Nicholas Chambers; step grandchildren: Erik and Patrick Stoeckel. She was preceded in death by her husband of 47 years, Anthony “Tony” Naples, and son, Greg Chambers.

She was born December 2, 1937 in Lincolnton, North Carolina to Minnie Ella Carpenter and John Vernon Houk. Married to Tony Naples in 1972, they lived in Charlotte, where she became a dedicated member of Thrift United Methodist Church, an avid Charlotte Hornets fan, and an active part of the Coulwood Hills community. When she wasn’t serving the community she could be found at a Hornets game, skiing the slopes out West, or with her family. Every summer, she loved taking her grandchildren to Garden City Beach, where they spent long, happy days together by the ocean. Each fall, she looked forward to trips to the mountains to pick apples and take in the changing leaves. She also loved driving her friends around to explore new places, always ready for a little adventure and good company. She was blessed with a loving family and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend to many.

The family will greet friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM, Wednesday, the 29th of October, 2025 at Thrift United Methodist Church, Moores Chapel Road. A service to celebrate her life will follow at 2:00 PM in the Sanctuary. Burial will be at Forest Lawn West Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Thrift United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 245, Paw Creek, NC 28130.