Janice Notz

Janice Marie Notz was born on April 24th, 1941, in Judsonia, Arkansas. She passed away on February 17th, 2026. Janice was especially close to her sister, Donna, who describes her as being witty, generous, full of the love of God, with a zest for life.

Janice spent 30 years in the political arena, while living in Chicago. She loved her job as being a close aide to the Governor of Illinois. Her journey through life brought her back to Arkansas, where she met the love of her life, Jerry Pitcock. Janice’s love for Jerry extended to his family. She was a wonderful aunt and great-aunt. Janice took wonderful care of her beloved dog, Star, who was always by her side.

Janice leaves behind her sister, Donna, two other siblings in California, and sister-in-law, Carolyn Pitcock of Tulsa, Oklahoma. She leaves behind her niece, Robin Clegg, her nephews, Bennie Westphal, John Sagely, and Kenny Sagely of Fort Smith. She, also, leaves behind many other Pitcock nieces and nephews in Little Rock, Tulsa, and Sioux City, Iowa. Also, her beloved great-nieces, Christianne Hunter, Emily Westphal, and Caroline VanLare and great-nephew, Robbie Clegg.

Deepest and warmest thanks to her caregivers, Eric Ryman, Juana Funes, and Marcella Sanchez.

Janice will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Public viewing will be held on Monday, February 23rd from 9:00am-5:00pm at Edwards Funeral Home, 201 N 12th St, Fort Smith, AR 72901. A private graveside service will take place at Forest Park Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Matthew Sebo and under the direction of Edwards Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to edwardsfuneralhome.com