Janice M. (Martin) Kirk

Janice M. (Martin) Kirk obituary, Waltham, MA

Janice M. (Martin) Kirk

Janice Kirk Obituary

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Waltham - Mrs. Janice M. (Martin) Kirk, of Waltham, formerly of Cambridge. died at home on Saturday, August 7, 2021. She was 69. Janice was born in Cambridge on July 4, 1952 and was a daughter of the late George and Mary (Bellissimo) Martin. She was raised in Cambridge and was a graduate of Cambridge Latin High School. Until her retirement, Janice worked for years as a lab technician at Whitehead Institute, a biomedical research firm in Cambridge. Shortly after her marriage to Cambridge native Bruce Kirk, the pair moved to Arlington where they raised their family. They moved to Waltham fourteen years ago. Janice will long be remembered by her family for being a terrific wife and mother. She will be missed. In addition to her husband of fifty-one years, Bruce, she leaves her children, Linda Kirk, Dawn Kirk and her husband, George Johnson, all of Medford and Derek Kirk of Waltham. Family and friends will honor and remember Janice's life by gathering to visit in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), Waltham on Sunday, August 15th from 2 to 5 p.m. Burial will be private.

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August 15, 2021

Dar Bellissimo posted to the memorial.

August 13, 2021

Robert Megan posted to the memorial.

August 13, 2021

Donna Adams posted to the memorial.

Dar Bellissimo

August 15, 2021

I always loved Janice's laugh! She was always so kind to me. My heart breaks for all of you. You are all in my prayers! X

Robert Megan

August 13, 2021

Our deepest sympathy may she RIP may God bless you and your family Julie and Bobby Megan

Donna Adams

August 13, 2021

Sad to hear of Janice's passing. We enjoyed many Cambridge conversations through the years. I always thought highly of Janice and the nice way she had about her. Thanks for always being so upbeat and kind. RIP Donna Ciccarelli Adams and James Mousy Adams.

Debby Hudgins

August 13, 2021

Dawn, condolences to you and your family. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cheryl Crayton

August 13, 2021

Heartfelt Condolences . Memories made will always hold a special place in my heart, Rest Easy J.... Your long hard battle is over, pain free and with the rest of Our Family in Heaven . Until We meet again xoxoxox

Linda Darling (Oakley)

August 13, 2021

My condolences to the Kirk Family. Great memories of Janice back in the day when I worked at 808 and the field trips when our kids were in Headstart. RIP

Diana Gagnon

August 12, 2021

I’ve known Janice since kindergarten and we’ve had some some great times ! I will miss her and will never forget my life long friend my heart aches for Bruce and the kids love you all❤
Diana (Snell) Gagnon

Brenda (Chelf). Gilchrist

August 11, 2021

Janice you are finally at peace. I will miss you I always admired you and Bruce for the love, devotion and respect you had for each other all these years.

Karen Cunningham

August 11, 2021

May Janice RIP Condolences to Bruce and all of her family

Anna (DiSalvo) Welsh

August 11, 2021

It's been years since we were together but you will always be in our hearts and memories

Ruthie Flannery

August 11, 2021

Such sad news, Janice was great, we worked in the building for years. She was always smiling, so proud of family. Although I haven't seen her in awhile, i will miss her.

Cindy & Larry Green

August 11, 2021

Bruce, Linda, Dawn, & Derek,
Our hearts hurt with the loss of Janice aka "J". She was always their for everyone, I have fond memories of great times with her, she never left my heart and I will always find special memories of her. Our true condolences to all of you at this time

Amy Burns

August 11, 2021

Aunt J. Will be missed by many and we will always remember her she joins the rest of the angels up there looking over us and will always be with us like everyone else in our hearts until we meet again. Love you.

Erin Coleman

August 11, 2021

You will be sorely missed. We love you! ❤

Erin, Josh & Christiaan

billy megan

August 11, 2021

bruce im so sorry for your loss the megans

steven ferguson

August 11, 2021

My sincere condolences to Bruce and family on Janice's passing. Growing up on Speridakis Terrace she was always joined in on the street kick ball games and had an amazing laugh and sense of humor that I will always remember. RIP Janice.

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Paul sullivan

August 11, 2021

Sadly but grateful to Janice and the family the pain and suffering is over .
To the family a heart felt condolence.
Much much much respect to you Bruce for your everlasting love and compassion to your wife Janice.

Cathy Day Miller

August 11, 2021

Goodbye old friend

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