Janice Wilcox

April 6, 1964 - May 18, 2010

April 6, 1964 — May 18,2010 Corvallis resident Janice Wilcox died May 18 after very courageously enduring many years of illness. She was 46. Janice was born in Livermore, Calif., and moved to Corvallis with her family when she was 4 years old. She was the precious daughter of Stephen and Heather Wilcox. Janice graduated from Corvallis High School in 1982. In 1986, she graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in psychology. She later graduated from Linn-Benton Community College in medical transcription. She worked for several years in each profession. She was very artistic, played the violin and was an avid gardener who loved irises. She was a very loving, caring friend who will be remembered by many for her compassionate, gentle manner. In 2008, she was preceded in death by her father, Steve. She is survived by her mother, Heather Wilcox of Corvallis; brother Dan of Eugene; and her much-loved stepsons Kevin and Ryan. There will be no public memorial, per her wishes. Memorial contributions can be made to your favorite charity, or to Heartland or Safehaven Humane Society, who provided her with her beloved cats Fred, Buddy and Holly. They were a loving presence and great companions during her many years of illness. Contributions or condolences may be sent directly, or in care of DeMoss-Durdan Funeral Home, www.demossdurdan.com. She will be forever missed and loved by her family and friends.