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Janice Reynolds Obituary
January 18, 1938 - May 28, 2022
JANICE "Jan" CLAIRE BROWN REYNOLDS passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 28, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Jan was born in Omaha, Nebraska on January 18, 1938, to Leo Thomas Brown and Susan Berens Brown. The family moved to Dallas, Texas when Jan was an infant. The youngest of four, Jan is preceded in death by her sister, Mary Sue Keely and is survived by her sister, Ruth Ann Wiseman and brother, Thomas Leo Brown.
Janice attended St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and Ursuline Academy of Dallas, Texas, and The University of Texas at Austin, where she was a member of Alpha Phi sorority. Jan had the gift of hospitality and had a cheerful and easy-going spirit. She dedicated much of her time volunteering with various organizations and greatly cherished her role at the Harris County Jail where she served as a Jail Chaplain for many years.
Jan is survived by her loving husband of sixty-three years, Robert Bruce Reynolds, her two daughters, Susan Reynolds Knizner (husband, Greg Knizner, granddaughter, Kate Knizner and grandson, Kyle Knizner) and Robyn Reynolds LaRocca, (husband Marc LaRocca, and granddaughters Rachel LaRocca and Sarah LaRocca. Jan was a kind and thoughtful wife, mother, and grandmother, who taught and loved us well.
The Reynolds family would like to express their most heartfelt gratitude to Kaci Wright, Maricela Rupley, and Robert Lampkin for their kind and gentle care. A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, June 10, 2022, at 11:00 am at St. Bartholomew the Apostle Catholic Church, downtown Katy, 5356 11th Street, Katy, Texas, 77493.
Charitable donations in memory of Jan can be made to St. Bartholomew's Church or a charity of choice.
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Memories and Condolences
for Janice Reynolds
Marlene Mousa
August 5, 2022
I am so very sorry but I just heard today this sad news! I am so sad that I did not know. My deepest sympathy, love and prayers to dear Bob, Susan, Robyn and families. May God help you to find peace with so many beautiful memories and know she is resting in the arms of our Lord.
Marilyn & Larry Harman
June 10, 2022
We mourn with you, Bob, and family over your loss of Jan. We were blessed to have shared life's journey with Jan and Bob. May the Lord's peace comfort you all. Love in Christ, m&l....
Rebecca, cousin
June 9, 2022
Adding my love and sorrow to the chorus here.
Bruce, Marian, Dylan and Katherine Bryant
June 8, 2022
Big love from the Bryant family.
Ann Hood
June 6, 2022
I never met your mom but she must have been a really lovely person, because you are such a wonderful person, Robyn. My condolences to you and your family. Never easy. We will all meet eachother again up in heaven.
Ronnie Northrop
June 5, 2022
Robyn and the entire Reynolds family, My sincere condolences for your loss. I remember Mrs. Reynolds as a loving and kind lady.
Bridget Glaser
June 4, 2022
To Bob, Robyn and Susan,
Jan was amazing. She was truly one of a kind. Over the years she made me laugh with her wonderful stories. She was generous and always showed tremendous kindness and empathy. She was a beautiful example of how to live through Christ's love.
Jeff and I send our love to all of you.
Cheryl Christie
June 4, 2022
Robyn and Susan, What a beautiful tribute to your mom! As hard as it is to see your mother leave this world, you know that she is with the Lord and basking in His glory!
I continue to lift up your entire family to the Lord. May you know His peace, comfort, and love as your grieve such a difficult loss. You are loved.
Sasha and Matt Reynolds
June 4, 2022
Dealing with a loss is never easy, our love goes out to you Uncle and Cousins.
Sasha and Matt Reynolds
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