

Ms. Janie was born June 24, 1929 in Houston, Texas, daughter of the late Melecio Sanchez and Maria Barrera. She retired as librarian at the University of Houston Texas in the College of Optometry after several years. Her joy was found in walking on the beach and making countless new friends along with their pets. She never knew a stranger, only friends she hadn’t met yet. She was an avid reader, enjoyed reading articles of faith, her Bible and also attended Andrews Chapel Global Methodist Church.
She is survived by her beloved children and her many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be Thursday, October 2, 2025, at two o’clock in the afternoon at White Funeral and Cremation Service, 3660 Express Drive, Shallotte, North Carolina.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Andrews Chapel Global Methodist Church, 1091 Hickman Road NW, Calabash, North Carolina 28467.
Online condolences may be made at www.shallottefunerals.com
White Funeral and Cremation Service, Shallotte Chapel
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