Janice E. Leininger, 78, of Ossian, Indiana passed away on Friday, November 24, 2023. Janice was born on January 17, 1945 in Yoder, Indiana, a daughter of the late Clyde B. and Lavon "Betty" (Hougendobler) Leininger. She worked at Rogers Market, for the Northern Wells School System, and at Fort Wayne National Bank. She was a lifelong member at St. Mark Lutheran Church, Thiele Road. She greatly enjoyed working outside and traveling. She will be remembered as a very devoted daughter, sister, and aunt. Surviving family include her sisters, Karen Littleford, Arlene (Leonard) Gallmeyer, and Patty (Mark D.) Collier; three nieces and three nephews; and 14 great nieces and nephews. Besides her parents, she was preceded in passing by three infant siblings; and her brother-in-law, Hugh Littleford. Funeral service will be 11:00 am on Friday, December 1, 2023 at St. Mark Lutheran Church, 16933 Thiele Rd, Fort Wayne with visitation one hour prior. Visitation will also be from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, November 30, 2023 at the church. Memorials in Janice's memory may be made to Stillwater Hospice or St. Mark Lutheran Church Flower Fund. Elzey-Patterson-Rodak Funeral Home, Ossian is caring for the arrangements. Condolences and memories of Janice may be left online at www.elzey-patterson-rodak.com
