Janice Lynn Whittaker- Arroyo Grande High, CA

11/15/2012

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Janice Lynn Whittaker

Janice Lynn Whittaker, "Jan-Jan," 46, of Paulden, Ariz., died Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2012, at home with her family of pets. Janice was born in Arroyo Grande, Calif., and raised in Grover Beach. Since childhood, Janice''s innate love of animals, both large and small, was expressed in her never ending help of those injured, sick, homeless or needy. Janice had the ability to make friends with people of all walks of life. She was caring, empathetic and accepting of all people, no matter their differences. Janice supported and lifted them whenever she could and gave her true self to all. Janice Lynn was a special daughter and extraordinary sister. She worked for Thrifty Drug, Rite Aid, Dollar Tree and OSH as a store manager. She was beloved and will be missed by all who had the pleasure to encounter her. Janice is survived by her partner of eight years, Nicole Hester; son, Alex, of Shandon; parents, Kenneth and Betty Whittaker, of Chino Valley, Ariz.; sisters Kimberly Mills (Larry) of Ashfork, Ariz., and Kristie Prevatt of Chino Valley, Ariz.; brother, Jeffrey Whittaker of Santa Maria; nieces and nephews Lindsay, Joshua (Kyndra) and Colton Mills and Kelsey and Grant Prevatt; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and pets. A celebration of her life will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012, at Marshall-Spoo Sunset Funeral Chapel in Grover Beach. Marshall-Spoo 489-5552 Grover Beach

Published in San Luis Obispo Tribune on November 21, 2012

7 Comments

Cherrie Hanah

11/15/2012 01:19:39 am

Love u sweet Angel ! U gone quickly ! But u be forever in my heart!

Kimberly Johnson Robbins Aka George to Janice

11/15/2012 02:47:15 am

Janice the best sister ever. We are not blood sisters but you would never know that because you always treated me just like i was one. I am so grateful for finding you on Facebook after so long. Well here i go always on and on like you always used to say to me "George do you ever stop talking?" I love you and miss you very much

paul sweeney sr

11/15/2012 10:24:16 am

Janice you will be missed ............Love Paul

Veronica Dobrick (Nagy)

11/15/2012 11:48:28 am

My heart breaks for Janice's family. I remember her as funny, outgoing, and out spoken. Never one to mince words and was honest (with me) to a fault. I have not seen or spoken to Janice in more that 30 years. But, I will miss her just the same

Tracy W., Tabin

11/16/2012 01:50:25 pm

I am just really saddened for you leaving us today Janice.. I've known you for many years and am and will always be proud that I was your friend.. I know the pain is great but in time as they say "Heals all wounds" but the scar will be left for us to never forget.. You always had that wonderful smile and the great hugs.. :) You will be truly missed..
Love ya
Tracy

John Reichel

11/21/2012 04:00:18 pm

I'm saddened to hear my friend pass. I'm honored to have known Janice. I'll always remember you, Laura Sweeney, and me harmonizing to "Total Eclipse Of The Heart" in class together. Almost three decades have passed since the class of 84. Every so often, we'd cross paths. Janice and I would hug as if no time has passed. We'll meet again my friend. I'll be looking forward to singing with you again. John Paul

Sharon Duffin

11/26/2012 04:04:49 pm

Janice, it was so cool to hang out with you at lunchtime! I remember we used to sit in the hallway where all the English classes were and eat our lunches. All of those murals on the wall were really fun to look at and I hope they are still there. You were always so nice to me and were a fun person to hang around. I lost touch with you after high school, life just gets so busy. I was so sorry to hear that you had passed. My prayers go out to your friends and family.

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Janice Lynn Whittaker- Arroyo Grande High, CA

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