Janice Lynn Sewell Townsel
Janice Lynn Sewell Townsel
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The highlight of her childhood was being the captain of the cheer squad at Raleigh Egypt high. She retired from Shelby County Government after working there for 25 years.
Janice was known for her sweet spirit, and loving demeanor. To know her was to love her. Her entire life was about her family and making sure they were cared for. Not only her kids but her children's friends and family were treated the same.
She has been with her husband Joseph Townsel for 43 years. They share two beautiful children together Sylvia Major Townsel Lee (Joseph Lee) and Joseph Townsel Jr. They also share three grandchildren Joseph Major Lee V, Joss Milan Lee, and Gyft Arman Moon Townsel.
Janice loved to travel and took her family lots of places which included New York, Chicago, and Jamaica to name a few. However, Jamaica was her all-time favorite. She and her family visited too many times to count. She dreamed of taking her grandchildren but did not get the chance. Janice also enjoyed finding antiques and spending time with her sisters, cousin (Tina Baggett) and aunt (Connie Sink).
Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Lex Sewell, and Mary Sewell. She leaves her stepmother (Pear Sewell), husband Joseph Townsel; daughter, Sylvia Major Townsel Lee (Joseph); a son Joseph Townsel Jr.; sisters, Lisa Sewell, and Donna Sewell. Three grandchildren; Joseph Major Lee V, Joss Milan Lee. And Gyft Arman Moon Townsel, and a host of nieces, nephews, aunt, and other extended family and friends.
Serenity Funeral Home, Tel. (901)379-0861.
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Sylvia Lee
September 20, 2025
Mom..mommy..mother! I can not believe it has been almost a year since you have been away from me. I miss you more than anyone words can describe. You were and will always be the best thing that ever happened to me. I know God has you and you are safe in his arms. We all miss you dearly and think about you and pray for you daily. You would be so proud of your boys milestones. I pray I get to see you again one day. My first love..my angel..my everything!
Willie Townsel
October 4, 2024
Her loving smile and caring heart my Sister-in-law always made me feel loved it's so much to say about her she's truly going to be missed God was ready for his loving Angel to come home.
Donna Sewell
October 2, 2024
I love you sister. You are in my heart. Not a day will go by that I don’t remember you. I’m so thankful you are my sister. I love you and will miss you. See you soon.
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Sylvia Townsel
September 28, 2024
To the sweetest, wisest, most beautiful, giving woman i knew!
Cynthia Sanders
September 28, 2024
Janice always gave me hugs that were so motherly she never held back one squeeze. You will truly be missed
Sylvia Townsel
September 28, 2024
Where do I begin or end?! I literally feel like i had the best mom in the whole wide world. She put her whole life in her kids and grandkids. She always has made my brother and my friends feel welcomed. All my cousins would come over and stay with us. She had the best parties. I feel blessed and highly favored that God allowed me to borrow a woman that instilled so much wisdom, love and caring into me. To the best wife. I have never seen a man love thier woman like dad love you. Get your rest. Job well done!
Selena Burress
September 28, 2024
There was so many wonderful memories of my sister where do I start, being over at the house for get togethers , the kids birthday parties laughing and just talking about any and everything watching her try to comb and fix Sylvia hair was always too funny my niece hair would be all over. There was much love when you were around . I love and will miss you my beautiful sister
Quinton Shaw
September 27, 2024
I remember her always being on the phone with my mom. I will miss her so much. I know she´s with my mom now in a better place
Sylvia Lee
September 27, 2024
To the best mom and grandmother anyone could have! I feel so blessed and favored to have a mom like you. You are the strongest and most beautiful woman i know. Love forever your one and only daughter!
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