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Janice E. Young

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Lindquist Funeral Home

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Yarmouth, Maine

Janice Young Obituary

Janice E. Young, 58
     NORTH YARMOUTH -- Janice E. Young, 58, passed away on Aug. 29, 2006, while being held and comforted by her three children Danny, David, and Cathy Young. She would want everyone to know that the last thing she felt and what she will feel forever - was love!
     Jan was also known to many as Jamma, a nickname that she chose for herself when her first grandchild was born. She felt that she was far too young and beautiful to be called Gramma, so she compromised with a combination of her name, Jan and gramma, Jamma!
     She was a hard working and determined woman. Although stubborn and disagreeable at times, those who knew her will tell you that she was equally caring and friendly with a great sense of humor that showed itself right up until the last few precious moments of her life.
     Among all of her accomplishments, especially the ability to make life the best it could be under any circumstances, she was most proud of the way she raised her kids, whom she felt to be well-rounded, honest and compassionate people. She was always supportive and never judgmental of her children and was glad to see that they were passing the same sense of values to her grandchildren, Dayne Young, Kevin Tar, Kara Young, Fauna Spaulding and Hunter Young.
     Jamma goes on to be together again with her mother Fauna (Moyen) Mains; her father Raymond E. Mains Jr.; her brother Jeffrey R. Mains and her beloved Maine coon cat Spike.
     We will get through this together by remembering how her smile lit our world and knowing that now it will light their world again. And by following Jamma's simple but profound advice, on handling any problem, deep breaths and baby steps.
     We will miss you Jamma!
     There will be a celebration of her life on Sunday, Sept. 17, at 2 p.m., at American Legion Post #86 on Route 100, in Gray.
     In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Jamma's memory to:
    The Jamma Fund
    Care of Cathy Young
    16 Cluff Road
    North Yarmouth, Maine 04097
     Janice E. Young
    Lindquist Funeral Home
    Funeral Home & Cremation Service
    846-4011

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Published by Portland Press Herald/Maine Sunday Telegram on Sep. 3, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Janice Young

17 Entries

Rose Charest

September 24, 2006

I like going in the house and hearing Jan say "hi,Grammy". My best memory would be when we were trying to mate possum and nicky. Jan was trying to put nick on possum and he was trying everywhere but where he was suppose too. I was trying so hard not to laugh and she kept saying shut up Rose! I held back but it was so funny and she just kept saying shut up Rose, I mean it!

Flo Sutter

September 16, 2006

Dear Cathy, David, Dan & families,

When I read of Jan's passing, I was, and still am, deeply saddened. She was larger than life & a truly beautiful person. I always enjoyed being around Jan, her family and friends whether it was via T'ware parties or chating w/ her on the phone or at her workplace. She was always an upbeat, fun and inspiring person who loved her children & grandchildren so very much.

I shall never forget Jan for many reasons, one being ladybugs. I always think of her when I see one, because one time, when she was redoing her windows, she had several ceiling corners in her home that had quite a few of them. She said they brought good luck! There are many other whimsical anecdotes that remind me of Jan, some of which I'm sure you remember (that I won't go into).

But the bottom line is any one who spent time w/ Jan, had a fun & enjoyable time. She made you feel like a part of the family.

My heartfelt wishes go out to all of you. She will be missed enormously.

Bill & Sharon Hilton

September 14, 2006

Danny Cathey & David our hearts go out too you all

Valerie Pieri

September 13, 2006

Dear Cathy, David, and Dan,

I have so many good memories of your mother, my niece. I'd like to share some of them with you.

I first remember when she was born and what a beautiful baby she was. And I was so proud to be an aunt again, especially at the age of 11. I bragged about it to my school friends and they didn't believe me.

I remember a picture my mother took of Jan standing in a patch of daisies in our yard. She was about 3 years old and had pretty blond curly hair and was smelling a daisy in her hand. We all thought the picture should have been entered in a photo contest. I wonder now where that picture is.

I remember in 1961, when Jan was 13 years old, she and her mother(my sister), and her Grammie Moyen(my mother) drove out to Minneapolis where my husband and I lived, to surprise Ed and me and to see our first child, John, who was a year old. I didn't know they were coming and when I went to answer the knock on our door, there stood my little Jannie with her great smile and her dimples. I can still see that face now and the joy that visit gave to Ed and me.

Then I remember her large weightloss years ago and the fun she had shopping for smaller sizes. It was like she blossomed into a whole new person. It was wonderful to see.

I also remember how proud and happy she was when she moved into her newly built home on Cluff Rd. and the joy she had decorating it. She worked so hard to make it possible and certainly deserved it.

I'll always remember how each year she visited and decorated not only her parents' gravesites on Memorial Day, but my parents' graves in Bremen, also. She knew how much it meant to Grammie Moyen to care for gravesites. All I had to do was send her some money and she bought flowers and shrubs for my parent's graves. She included my grandparents' graves in Cumberland where her parents were buried. And, as I requested, she put one rose on my sister's grave(her mother) for me.

A really fond memory is how one summer when I went to Maine Jan surprised me and bought tickets for a play in Brunswick. We had such a fun evening. When we came out and were walking towards her car, her car lights came on automatically and the car started. It startled me for a minute and she laughed and said, "Don't you just love it?!! I had that installed and it's one of the best things I ever bought myself. And last winter it was so great to have my car all warmed up when I got in it to go to work."

I remember, too, when my mother had a heart attack in 1984 and Jan was the one who called me to get my permission for her to sign papers for a Pace Maker for Mother. Jan took such good care of my mother in her last years during the months I couldn't be there, and I can't express how much I appreciated her for that. I knew how hard it was for Jan to lose so many relatives on her mother's side of the family.....her grandparents, her own mother, and her brother. She always seemed determined to make the best out of whatever life dealt her. Her great sense of humor cheered us all on so many occasions.

I'm sorry I can't be there for her Celebration of Life on the 17th. I'm so thankful that I saw her in July and we had one final BINGO night together, along with you, Cathy. Next Spring Uncle Ed and I will plant a flowering shrub in our yard in Jan's memory.

My summer trips to Maine will now have a sadness about them because I won't be able to see her, spend time with her and play BINGO with her. BUT, at least, I'll know where she is.

Love to you all there in Maine, Aunt Val and Uncle Ed

John Pieri

September 10, 2006

Dear Cathy, Danny, and David, I was saddened by the sudden loss of your Mom and my cousin Jan. My mother Val is your Grandmothers sister. Although miles and the years have separated us throughout our lives, I do recall lots of memories with Jan. She was always the life of the party. Always said what she felt, not what she was suppose to say. She was very giving and supportive of all people. She found humor in just about everything. Rest assured that family was her life. Everything else came second. You can't say that about every Mother, especially in today's world. I have fond memories of Jan. I am so glad that my family and I were able to hook up a few years back to meet everybody. It was a highlight of my vacation. I had not seen Jan and the rest of the cousins for over 30 years. Life is funny that way. But every moment of life is a step towards death. We should all try to enjoy each step along the way. I know Jan did. Please know that we are thinking of you at this sad time. Love, The Pieri's (John, Jill, Morgan(11), and Ava(7)

Mikel Garand

September 8, 2006

To the kids that Jan couldn't stop bragging about:

David and I were stunned and serverly saddened to hear such tragic news. Please know that we are thinking of all of you. Jan had a special way of tickling our funny bone and touching our hearts, we consider ourselves fortunate to have known her - we will miss her

Pete Howland

September 6, 2006

To Janice's Family,

She will be missed by all of us who were in school with here at Greely. I was looking forward to seeing her at the class re-union this fall. The last time I got to visit with her was at our twenty fifth. It was a blast as usual, with her many fun loving jokes and jabs at many of us. You can all be vary proud of her for her many accomplishments, and her pride in all of you.

clifford & carole small

September 5, 2006

Dear, danny,kathy & david,At a times like this there are no words to ease all the pain your feeling.But so sorry for your loss.Your mom was one funny and spunky lady. boy are they in for it up there now.Take comfort in knowing she is an angle now and will be watching over you kids & her gran baby's. (GOD BLESS)

Sarah Nash

September 5, 2006

Dan, Dave & Cath-can't even think of where to start. So sorry that you all are dealing with such a heartbreak. I know each of you have such a tight bond to your Mom, and yeah, she bragged each of you up quite well! Most of the memories that I've been thinking of the past few days are really silly ones, but I am very thankful for them. I'll see you all Sunday the 17th, and I know everyone there will have special memories and stories about such a great lady. Keep on making her proud, because you know she'll be watching over all of you. Love ya...

Diana & Bennett Allen

September 5, 2006

David, Danny and Cathy - I was so shocked to hear that Jan is gone! It just seems so impossible to me that someone so vibrant and full of love should be taken so soon. God must have a special place for her!! You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Keep your memories close - for they will get you through some very sad times. I will be there to celebrate Jan's life with you on the 17th! We all know that's what she would have wanted :-)

Much love!

Your cousin, Diana

Donna Colello

September 4, 2006

David, and Family,

I am so very sad to have read, that such a wonderful and beautiful mom has passed. David, it seems like not too long ago we were going to school, now time stands still, your mom was the "cool-ist" mom I ever knew, and she always had that outstanding love for everyone but most of all her children.

My deepest sympathy to you and your family!

David Young

September 4, 2006

Mom

I can't believe you are gone so young and so beautiful. Your time here was too short. You always made me feel good about my self, you never passed judgment on me. You always told me to be myself and be happy. You raised me to be the man I am today.

You wanted everyone to know how proud you are of your children.

Mom I want you to know how proud I am of you for overcoming the hardship's In your life, stepping up and raising us. Thank you for every Christmas Thank you for every laugh, for every hug and kiss, for every word of encouragement,thank you for you're support every step of the way. Most of all thank you for my life. You always said things always get better in time but how do I mend my broken heart? When does the pain go away? Your are my best friend you meant the world to me I will cherish every memory I have of you.

Your life was precious for that I give you all my love.

Dave

Eddie Marlowe

September 3, 2006

To the Family of Janice E. Young,

My deepest sympathy for your loss. Janice and I were close friends all through high school. I still recall sweet memories of the special times we shared. Y'all must be a great family and your Mom must have been very proud of you. Please take care and know that Janice touched the hearts of many, many people.

Frances Mains

September 3, 2006

Cathy, Danny and David--Sadly, I am hearing that I have lost a bright ray of sunshine in my life. Though I have seen Jan very little in the last fifteen years, I am never going to forget the special ways she added to my life. My mind gets foggy as I get older, but the first real memory of her that I have now of Jan was when she was graduating from highschool, and Cliff and I had our toddler baby Diana with Cliff and Sue, visiting. I was just getting to meet the family. I wasn't surprised that she was such a sweetheart--she was her mother's daughter, and I was taken with Fauna! Jan was as thrilled with our daughter as she always was with her precious Uncle Cliff, and she let her love spill over onto me, as his wife. I remember when he gave her away at her wedding, how beautiful she was, and how proud he was! I remember her scurrying over my kitchen floor with me, trying to teach me how to cut out a dress, with the patience of a saint. How we laughed as I flubbed it up! Every time I met Jan was a special moment, and she was beautiful with her sparkling eyes, and her dimples, and her way of extracting joy out of every moment. I never really knew you children the way I should have, but I know that you were the center of her universe. You have got to have a bundle of loving memories of that adorable lady! Our early times together will always remain a joy in my heart, and make me wonder how I ever deserved the love she showed me. My heart cries with you--with deep sorrow, and love. Aunt Fran

Cliff Mains

September 3, 2006

Jan, We older cousin always seem to be together and being wild. I will remember trying not to get caught. Sometimes we got away with it and other times we were so lucky. I will always remember your smile and that crazy giggle. If you are reserving a seat for Sandy, reserve me one too. I love you and will think of you often.

Sandy Nash

September 3, 2006

Jan, I never thought I'd be writing in your guest book. I've spent the last few days alternating between feeling so sad that I'll never see you again and laughing 'til I cried remembering some of the the wild & crazy things we did!!! We sure had a time! You can rest easy knowing that you raised your kids to be fine adults...not an easy task for anyone let alone a single parent.

I love you and I'll miss you forever, or until I see you again! Did they give you wings? You always had a halo, it was just tilted a little! Save me a seat. XO

Kate & Steve Dunsmoor

September 3, 2006

We want you to know that we are thinking of you at this time of great loss. Your Mom was a treasure to me and her loss has made this world a little sadder place for the family and friends she left behind. Jamma, spread those angel wings and fly. You are in our hearts and minds forever.

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