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Janie Clendenin Obituary
May 31, 1925 - November 4, 2020
Janie Voyd Lowrey Clendenin, age 95, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, November 4th, 2020. She was a devoted Mother, Grandmommy, Sister, and Woman of Christ.
Janie was raised on a farm by the late Coy and Ina Lowrey in Oak Ridge, NC. She was a middle child with two sisters (Marie and Billie) and two brothers (Sam and Thad Moore).
She married the love of her life and best friend, Ralph Thomas Clendenin in 1948. They provided a loving and warm home for their two boys, Ralph "Tommy" Clendenin Jr and Mitch Clendenin. Janie has five grandchildren, Coy, Katie, Megan, Kendra, and Whittney. Along with three great grandchildren, Kynsley, Coy Jr, and Laila. She leaves behind many other special family members and friends.
Janie and Ralph shared a love and passion for golf and built Walnut Wood Golf Course, Julian, NC, in 1971. Her enthusiasm for golf allowed her to play many courses in many states with friends and family, including being the first female ever to play in The Cardinal Amateur. She impacted many lives by coaching golf, greeting friends with a smile, and ranging at Walnut Wood, until its closing in 2016. She also enjoyed cooking, dancing, planting flowers, painting, playing tennis, and eating at Cracker Barrel. Rarely did you see Janie wearing any color but pink. Pink was her favorite color. She loved watching sports, all sports, the TV was always on a sports channel. You would often find her in the kitchen admiring the birds out of her window, especially hummingbirds and cardinals.
Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family, which is how she spent her final days. The family is at peace knowing she is reunited with the love of her life and son, walking with our Heavenly Father, and we will one day see her again.
The family extends its deepest appreciation to Brenda, Geraldine, Rita, and AuthoraCare Hospice for the love and care you helped provide for Miss Janie.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations go to AuthoraCare Collective Hospice, 914 Chapel Hill Road, Burlington, NC 27215. We all know how much Janie loved Hummingbirds and golf, so all who wish to honor this amazing lady are invited to hang a hummingbird feeder at their home or go enjoy a round of golf.
Unfortunately, due to the challenges of Covid-19 a private service with immediate family only will take place Wednesday, November 11th, 2020 at Alamance Presbyterian Church.
A floating Celebration of Life will take place on Saturday, November 21st, 2020 between the hours of 11am to 4pm at 3165 Alamance Church Road, Julian, NC 27283. The family will receive friends for Brunswick stew. Please wear masks and observe social distancing.
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Belinda & Buddy Hoffman
December 27, 2020
Thinking of you Mitch at this time of loss to you and your family. Always enjoyed seeing your Mom at the golf course.May God fill your heart with the memories of your Mom.
Cynthia Brewer Sahr
November 27, 2020
Mitch and family,
I am truly sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Hold tight to all of your wonderful memories to help get you thru the days ahead.
Patti Bigham Cooper
November 11, 2020
So sorry to hear of your mom´s passing. Your mom was a special lady. I remember my parents Tom and Bobbi Bigham always thought so much of your mom and dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathryn OBriant Binkley
November 11, 2020
Mitch, my heart breaks for you and your family. I will always cherish the wonderful memories of Mom and Janie. She was indeed special. Take care and much love.
Kathy Waynick Young
November 11, 2020
I have such fond memories of your Mom and Dad. I still think about them when I pass their old house on Ballinger Rd. I send my deepest condolences.
Kimberly Cockerham Murray
November 10, 2020
Praying for all of the family during this difficult time. You seemed to be very blessed to have her. God´s Peace
Patricia Demperio
November 10, 2020
So sorry for your loss Mitch. You and your family are in my prayers.
Tommy Fuquay
November 10, 2020
Mitch, my heart and thoughts go out to you and your family during this time of loss of your mother. May God Bless everyone.
Paula Miller
November 10, 2020
I am so sorry Mitch. I know what a hole it leaves in your heart. You and your family will be in our thoughts,
Dan Cookinham
November 9, 2020
Janie always had the happiest smile. Warm and inviting. I remember when Ralph was creating Walnut Woods with his bulldozer, one link at a time. I was so impressed.
And when I think of Janie I think of my mother who really enjoyed playing golf with Janie at Longview. They both had happy personalities, and enjoyed helping others.
The French family
November 9, 2020
Our condolences on your loss.....
Rebecca Dye
November 8, 2020
Janie and Ralph were good friends to our family as well as going to church with us for over 20 plus years. May Tommy and Mitch, their families be blessed and at peace at this time of loss.
Becky Bailey Dye
Steve Lowdermilk
November 8, 2020
Sorry to hear of your mother,s passing. Prayers be with the family.
Janet A. Whitesell
November 8, 2020
Sorry to hear about Janie. I was a friend of her friend as well as Ralph´s friend. His name was Gene Boliek. We attended the wedding of their son. Everyone wore jeans and it was a fun wedding.
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