Obituary for Janice Elaine Caldwell
Janice Elaine Caldwell, Altus resident, passed away on March 8, 2022, surrounded by family in Victor, Colorado. Jan was 76 years old at the time of her transition to rest in God's loving embrace.
Jan was born on March 4, 1946 in Taylor county, Georgia, to James and Marion (Jones) McInvale. She grew up in Warner Robins, GA and attended Warren Robins High School there. Jan was passionate about Georgia. She spoke in a very distinct accent that was uniquely southern. Jan was raised in the Methodist faith and believed in the power of forgiveness. She was always the first one to say "I'm sorry" preferring peace over problems.
While at Travis Air Force Base, Jan met a dashing young man named Jerry Don Caldwell. Drawn together by love and duty the two married on October 28, 1984 in Lexington, Oklahoma. Their devoted union was span 37 blessed years.
Jan was a true Georgia peach. She was a mother to the community and practically raised everyone. she was extremely caring and giving. She never met a stranger and would feed anyone. She was known for making the best sweet tea and chicken fried steaks you ever tasted! Jan lived life to its fullest. She celebrated every holiday with style, but Christmas was her absolute favorite. She treasured spending time with her loved ones and sharing in special moments. She leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity and southern hospitality. Jan will be missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers: Terry McInvale, Larry McInvale, and Dennis McInvale, son - in - law Norman Ford .
Left to cherish her warm memory are her husband and best friend, Jerry Don Caldwell; three daughters: Kimberley Ford, Sonja Curtis (Michael) and Kelli Dawn Alvarado (Tommy); four sons: Charles Scarle, Kenneth Allen Scarle, Jason Caldwell, and Kenneth Caldwell; three brothers: Bobby, Robby and Charles Mcinvale; her sisters: Brenda (Rodney), Lisa Allen, and Gena; as well as a host of other relatives, friends and neighbors.
Visitation will be Tuesday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Lowell - Tims Funeral Home, Altus, Oklahoma.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Lowell - Tims Funeral Home Chapel, Altus, Oklahoma. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday March 17, 2022 at Fort Sill National Cemetery, Elgin, Oklahoma.
Lowell-Tims will provide a live webcast of the service beginning at 1:58 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2022. Go to www.Lowell-Tims.com and click on Janice Caldwell's website memorial. There will be a blue tab that says "watch webcast" inviting you to join the webcast.
Services have been entrusted to Lowell - Tims Funeral Home and Crematory, Altus, Oklahoma.
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Jan was born on March 4, 1946 in Taylor county, Georgia, to James and Marion (Jones) McInvale. She grew up in Warner Robins, GA and attended Warren Robins High School there. Jan was passionate about Georgia. She spoke in a very distinct accent that was uniquely southern. Jan was raised in the Methodist faith and believed in the power of forgiveness. She was always the first one to say "I'm sorry" preferring peace over problems.
While at Travis Air Force Base, Jan met a dashing young man named Jerry Don Caldwell. Drawn together by love and duty the two married on October 28, 1984 in Lexington, Oklahoma. Their devoted union was span 37 blessed years.
Jan was a true Georgia peach. She was a mother to the community and practically raised everyone. she was extremely caring and giving. She never met a stranger and would feed anyone. She was known for making the best sweet tea and chicken fried steaks you ever tasted! Jan lived life to its fullest. She celebrated every holiday with style, but Christmas was her absolute favorite. She treasured spending time with her loved ones and sharing in special moments. She leaves behind a legacy of love, generosity and southern hospitality. Jan will be missed by all who knew her.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and three brothers: Terry McInvale, Larry McInvale, and Dennis McInvale, son - in - law Norman Ford .
Left to cherish her warm memory are her husband and best friend, Jerry Don Caldwell; three daughters: Kimberley Ford, Sonja Curtis (Michael) and Kelli Dawn Alvarado (Tommy); four sons: Charles Scarle, Kenneth Allen Scarle, Jason Caldwell, and Kenneth Caldwell; three brothers: Bobby, Robby and Charles Mcinvale; her sisters: Brenda (Rodney), Lisa Allen, and Gena; as well as a host of other relatives, friends and neighbors.
Visitation will be Tuesday 11:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, March 15, 2022 at Lowell - Tims Funeral Home, Altus, Oklahoma.
Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2022, at Lowell - Tims Funeral Home Chapel, Altus, Oklahoma. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Thursday March 17, 2022 at Fort Sill National Cemetery, Elgin, Oklahoma.
Lowell-Tims will provide a live webcast of the service beginning at 1:58 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, 2022. Go to www.Lowell-Tims.com and click on Janice Caldwell's website memorial. There will be a blue tab that says "watch webcast" inviting you to join the webcast.
Services have been entrusted to Lowell - Tims Funeral Home and Crematory, Altus, Oklahoma.
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16
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2:00 PM
Lowell-Tims Chapel
1100 East Tamarack Road
Altus, OK 73521
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