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Janice Minarcin Obituary
11/10/1936 - 10/09/2025
Loving Mother and Grandmother, Janice R. Minarcin age 88, formerly of Northwood, Ohio passed away peacefully on October 9, 2025 at Toledo Hospital. She was born in Toledo, Ohio to Raymond and Velma (Bahnsen) Croak on November 10, 1936. Janice graduated from Olney High School in 1954. Janice married Richard Minarcin on September 8th, 1956. Janice worked at Columbia Gas of Ohio before raising her family. She then worked for the Libbey Owens Ford Credit Union and the General Nutrition Center until retirement She loved nothing more than being present for her children and grandchildren throughout her life. She also loved caring for her many pets she had over the years. Janice loved attending her children's numerous sporting events and a favorite pastime for her was listening to or watching the Detroit Tigers.
Surviving are her children: Richard Jr."Rick" Minarcin, Annette Minarcin, Jennifer (Geoff) DeSanto, David Minarcin. Grandchildren: Sierra (Charles) Wetzel, Andrew Minarcin, Rachel (Rowan) Minarcin, Dakota Minarcin, and Dominic Minarcin. Great-Grandchildren: Knight Minarcin and Jack Wetzel; sister, Norma Heider. She was preceded in death by her parents; Richard Sr; daughter-in-law, Joy Minarcin; and nephew, Patrick Heider. At the request of Janice there will be no visitation and services will be private.
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Pat K.
October 20, 2025
We lived next door to Janice growing up, I remember her babysitting my brother and I. She was always a great person and kind to all. When I also worked at the mall I used to go down and visit her when she wasn't busy. Rip. Pat K.
Jim Stewart
October 16, 2025
My deepest condolences to the Minarcin family. May the treasured times you spent together help sustain you
during this difficult time.
Carol Lavelle
October 16, 2025
I am so sorry to hear about your family's loss. Janice has always had a special place in my heart and for years was like family. My thoughts and prayers are with the family
Laura (Pompos) Schroeder
October 16, 2025
So sorry for the loss of your mom. Lots of memories of her growing up. My sincere condolences to all of you.
Mary B. Glass City FCU
October 16, 2025
She will always be in your heart. I worked with Janice at the credit union in 1980.
D´Ann
October 14, 2025
So sorry for your Loss of your Mom! My deep condolences to all of you.
D´Ann Gregory
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