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Janice Trujillo Obituary
1960-2023
Salt Lake City, Utah-Janice Ann Nelson Trujillo passed away at the age of 62 on January 22, 2023 in Murray, Utah. She was born on December 2, 1960 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Carl and Sally Nelson. Jan built a life, home and family with Perry Gregory Trujillo. They shared 44 years of marriage and a "one in a million" type of love. She will forever be Perry's "princess". Jan was adventurous, active, and loved to travel. She had a gift and special love for all animals, especially her dogs. Jan was an amazing cook and loved to garden. She was a successful business woman as a financial advisor for over 20 years and an entrepreneur of multiple companies. She was the CFO and CEO of her and Perry's Iron-working, equipment rental, steel and property management companies. Jan was an incredible wife, mother, daughter, sister, grandmother and aunt to so many people who loved and adored her. She always took care of everyone with kindness, thoughtfulness and love. She is survived by her husband Perry, daughter Autumn, son Shane, daughter-in-law Shannon, grandson Colton, granddaughters Keyleigh and Keyghan, mother Sally, sister Debbie, brother Mike and mother-in-law Joan. Also, survived by many other loving family members and friends who will miss her dearly. She is preceded in death by her father Carl, father-in-law Patrick, sister-in-law's Linda and Julie as well as her nephew Nick. Her celebration of life for close family will be determined in the following months
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Memories and Condolences
for Janice Trujillo
Tracy
January 18, 2025
It's been two years, and I still miss your wicked sense of humor and all of our fun adventures. I really miss Doug screeching "Jaaaaan" every time he saw you.
Diana Mills Perry
February 3, 2023
Perry,
I am so sorry to hear about Jan's passing. Just know that my thoughts, prayers and love are with you all.
Petey Moore
February 1, 2023
Perry, Autumn and Shane, Jan was one of the beautiful people, inside and out! I'm so thankful that I was able to call her my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Stacey
January 31, 2023
Perry,
I am so sorry to hear of Jan´s passing. She truly was a beautiful person inside and out. Sending much love to you.
Stacey and Cory Carlson
Terry Manwill
January 30, 2023
We are very saddened by the loss of Jan. She was a great friend and very fun to be around.
Terry and Jim Manwill
Jackie Rodgers
January 25, 2023
Perry, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts are broken. We will miss her smiles and her humor. You are such a special couple. We have the greatest memories of special times with you and your princess. Love to you and your family, Perry.
Randy and Jackie
Cindi Urry
January 25, 2023
Im so sorry to hear of Jan´s passing. Have great memories of camping with her and Perry. Sending prayers to you all
Tracy and Doug
January 25, 2023
We have so many great memories of Jan and all of our fun adventures together. Whether it was four-wheeling, traveling to Alaska, New Zealand, Disneyworld, or just having dinner together; there are too many good times to list. She will be so missed. Our love goes out to Perry and all of her family.
Kitty LeValley
January 24, 2023
Perry,
So sorry to hear of Jan's passing. She was a kind, loving soul.
Kitty LeValley
Dan Dixon, Kelly Bailey
January 24, 2023
Perry, we're so sorry to hear about Jan. She was always such a breath of fresh air. Our sincerest thoughts are with you and your family. Prayers to all.
Patricia shaw
January 24, 2023
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