Janice was born May 15th, 1945 in Ketchikan, AK. She grew up & attended school in Arlington, but spent most of her life in Darrington with her husband of 41 years, Terry Mathis.
Janice was a strong woman who loved her family, friends & dogs. She would always help anyone in need & had a heart of gold.
She was proceeded in death by her parents Carl & Etta Christensen, brother Ed Melhart and her twin sister Janet (Melhart) Loch.
She is survived by her husband, Terry Mathis, son Larry (Arifie) Shepard, daughter Beccie Shepard, grandsons Carl & Scott, granddaughters Jennifer & Amber & great-grandsons Aedyn & Benjamin. Her Sisters Etta Melhart, Carletta (Dennis) Stephens & Irene (Greg) Stewart. Also, numerous nieces, nephews & wonderful friends.
The family would like to thank everyone for their love & support. At Janice’s request, there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Seattle Children's Hospital in her name.
"You touched so many lives, you will be missed dearly and loved forever."
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