Janice M. Peroni, 64, a gifted painter and photographer of Richland, died Friday, March 25, 2011, surrounded by her family and friends.
She was a graduate of Vineland High School. Following an auto accident in 1965, which resulted in quadriplegia, Janice was introduced to art through her therapy. She obtained a bachelor's degree from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, and became an accomplished artist, known best for her watercolors and photography. She received many awards and achievements throughout her career.
Janice was predeceased by her parents, Josephine (Travaglia) and Peter Peroni.
She is survived by her aunts, Rose Stampa and Alice Dell'Aringa; and the families, Boyle, Callari, Dandrea, DeRossi, DiPrimio, Giannascoli, Hallenbeck, Higgins, Kirsh, Mahoney, Mazzoli, Mazzoni, Petrini, Renart, Reilly, Seibert and Woolf.
Family members would like to extend a special thank you to all of Jan's caregivers for their daily care and assistance. Those who knew Jan marveled at her ability to embrace life, find new paths for self-expression, and make every moment count. Her strength and courage will always be inspirational, and she remains a precious treasure to her family and friends.
"Dancing with the feet is one thing, but dancing with the heart is another." (author unknown).
Funeral home visitations will be held from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 11:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. Wednesday at Rone Funeral Service, Vineland. A funeral liturgy will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at St. Padre Pio Parish Church Of Our Lady of Pompeii, 4680 Dante Ave., Vineland. Interment will follow in St Mary's Cemetery, Vineland.
Arrangemens are under the supervision of Rone Funeral Service, 1110 E. Chestnut Ave., Vineland, NJ 08360
Donations in Janice's memory may be made to New Jersey Veterans Memorial Home, 524 N. West Blvd., Vineland, NJ 08360; or the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, 636 Morris Turnpike, Suite 3A, Short Hills, NJ 07078.
To send online condolences, visit www.ronefuneralservice.com.
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April 7, 2011
Dear Family Friends... heaven is a more beautiful place now that Janice is there. Her life was an example of courage, strength, and determination. Deepest Sympathy, Patricia and Joseph Trotta, Tallahassee, Florida
Kimberly Copley
April 2, 2011
Although I hadn't known Janice that long ,she will always have a special place in my heart. I couldn't wait to go to work on Sundays. I knew she would be there waiting with a smile. She will always be a light in heaven shining down on the ones she loved. And may the memories of Janice be as colorful as she lived her life. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Theodore W. May
April 2, 2011
We will never forget Janice! We are so happy to have known her and spent time with her around the time of the Class of "65 reunion. We are so sorry to have lost her but I know she's in a better place! Love, Linda Young and Ted May Jr., friend and classmate
March 30, 2011
So many memories...........God knew what he was doing when he gave you to us. Always your friend, JoAnn
Beverly Brignolo
March 29, 2011
How very sad I am to have heard the news Saturday morning of Janice leaving us. We have been friends since grammar school and just recently had planned a summer outing at her home. She is and always has been an inspiration of courage, beauty and talent that will stay in my heart forever. She has made me a better person for having been her friend. Dance my friend, give your parents a hug from me and know that your angel, that hangs in my home will be a constant reminder of the beautiful angel you now are. I wish I had more of your art. I will miss you my friend. VHS Class of 65 has lost a most talented and beautiful member. You have made the world more beautiful by your presence and your art.
suzanne heyman-piccone
March 28, 2011
I love you Janice and always will
your loss has affected me d e eply
I will pray now .
Rebecca Nelson
March 28, 2011
Janice was truly a wonderful person. There will never be a day that I will not think of her. She has touched my life in so many ways over the past couple years. Going to her house never felt like work. I knew I could go there, tell her anything, and then leave for the day always learning something new. She will be very missed.
Donna Hensel
March 28, 2011
Jan, you are my hero. I regret all the projects that you will never complete for me, but treasure the ones I have.
I will remember you best in your garden at the end of the day enjoying the serenity. Unfortunately I will not be able to sit and talk to you. My friend, I will miss you. Donna Hensel
THOMAS RANDAZZO
March 28, 2011
MAY GOD BLESS YOU FOR ALL THE LOVING WORK, YOU HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO SOCIETY! YOUR KIND HEART WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. I WAS CERTAINLY PROUD TO BE YOUR FELLOW CLASSMATE IN HIGH SCHOOL AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOUR SMILING FACE!
March 28, 2011
Janice, You will always be remembered for your quick smile and upbeat personality. We wished you could have attended our last (45th) VHS Class of '65 reunion. You would have been touched by the outpouring of love and fondness for you that you would have witnessed from your classmates. Rest in peace. Bill Dudley VHS '65 Class Pres
June Rocco
March 28, 2011
Janice always inspired those around her with
her talent and strength. Her featured work
with The Art of Two Palettes every year at
Elwyn, in Vineland was always a beautiful
event. We will miss her. June and Jim Rocco, Galloway
,
Diane Mazzei
March 28, 2011
Janice was truly an inspiration to all. She left the world a better place for having lived. May she rest in peace.
Wayne Andrews
March 28, 2011
Janice will be missed, especially for her love of life.
Elaine Renart
March 28, 2011
You left us with such wonderful memories
to treasure.You will always be a tough act for anyone to follow.
March 28, 2011
My Dear Janice,
Its been one week today that I had been with u nothing is the same each morning there is no one like You to start it off no one to talk to and share the daily things with but I will share them with you in prayes because I know that You will hear me and be with me no matter what I love you and you were the best friend I could ever ask for Thank You for being in Beccca And My life LOve Always
DeniSE& Becca
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