Janice Polk

1942 - 2022

Janice (Olsen) Polk, 79, of South Windsor, beloved wife of Curtis H. Polk died unexpectedly on Sunday January 23, 2022, at Manchester Memorial Hospital. Janice was kind, loving, compassionate, and caring. Her light and loving heart touched everyone who knew her. Her family was her greatest joy. She loved unconditionally and treasured every moment. In her later years, she worked part time for Juniper Hill Village, Storrs CT, on the waitstaff. She adored that job and the people she helped. After retiring, she and her husband enjoyed activities such as having coffee together, lunch dates, visiting the senior center, and activities to do together. She was deeply spiritual. She loved the Lord, and prayed for all of her family daily. Her love, smiles, hugs, silly quirks, contagious giggles, and unique character will be missed by all who knew her. Janice was born in Worcester, MA on October 18, 1942, daughter of the late Conrad and Marion (Shea) Olsen. Janice grew up in Worcester MA and was a graduate of South High School. She went on to attend Berkshire Christian College in Lenox, MA. Along with her husband Curtis of over 58 years, she leaves her daughters, Norma Murphy and her companion Roy MacDonald of Coventry, Julie Hasselberger and her husband John of Sandy Hook, Heather Polk and her companion Nolan Remillard of Bristol; five grandchildren; two great grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Joan Olsen of Windsor Locks, and Evelyn Olsen of Jacksonville, FL; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her brothers, Norman Olsen, Robert Olsen, and Kenneth Olsen. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, from 4-6 p.m.; followed by a prayer service at 6 p.m., at the Samsel & Carmon Funeral Home, 419 Buckland Rd., South Windsor. For online condolences please visit www.carmonfuneralhome.com