Janice Grantham

Janice Grantham obituary, Selmer, TN

Janice Grantham

Janice Grantham Obituary

Visit the Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer website to view the full obituary.

Janice Lynn Grantham was born March 10, 1947 in McNairy County, TN, the daughter of the late Leland Arvon Kendrick and Rebecca Evelyn Nixon Kendrick. She departed this life on January 7, 2024 in Corinth, Mississippi at the age of 76 Years, 9 Months, 28 Days.

Mrs. Grantham was united in marriage to Jerry Grantham in January of 1964. Mr. Grantham preceded her in death on May 26, 2004. 

She was a member of the Center Ridge PCG Church in Bethel Springs, Tennessee. She retired from McNairy County Developmental Services after 40 years of service. Her passion for helping others was evident throughout her career, as she tirelessly worked to make a positive impact on the lives of those in need. Janice genuinely loved others and always found ways to lend a helping hand. She was known for her kindness, generosity, and selflessness. Her acts of kindness touched many lives and brought comfort to those facing difficulties.

Janice is survived by a daughter, Janiece Rebecca Rowland and husband Mike; a son, Jerry L. Grantham all of Selmer, TN; three grandchildren: Kendrick Grantham, Mikaela Pearce and husband Parker and Macey Rowland.  

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Shackelford Funeral Directors of Selmer

160 West Cypress Ave P. O. Box 309, Selmer, TN 38375

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