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Janice Capelle Obituary
Apr 30, 2023
Willard
Janice Capelle, 91, of Willard, died peacefully Sunday, April 30, 2023, surrounded by her family at Norwalk Memorial Home.
Janice was born July 10, 1931, in Norwalk, the daughter of Herbert and Olieva (Heyman) Scheid. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, Donald E. Capelle.
Janice worked in various Willard area businesses where she was known for her ready smiles, laughs, and friendly manner. After the death of her husband, she volunteered at Willard Senior Center and Trinity Lutheran Church's church office. She loved to play cards, go bowling, and go dancing. A life-long Lutheran, she was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church, Willard. Until shortly before her death, she lived most of her life on the farm she and her husband owned.
Janice is survived by her children, Deborah (David) Greene of Kaplan, Louisiana, Marcia (David) Adelman of Monroeville, Donna (Tony) Cook of New Orleans, Louisiana, and Doug (Janet) Capelle of North Fairfield; daughter-in-law, Patti Capelle of Willard; eight grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
Janice was also preceded in death by her parents; brother, Paul Herbert Scheid; and son, Alan H. Capelle.
Visitation will be 5-8 p.m. Wednesday, May 3, 2023, at Secor Funeral Home, Willard. Janice's celebration of life will be 11 a.m. Thursday, May 4, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor Kevin Mohr officiating. Burial will follow at Trinity Lutheran Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, Willard.
Online condolences may be made to Janice's family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com.
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