It is with profound sadness that the family of the late Janice Gayle Gillis, age 77 of Amherst, formerly of Joggins announce her passing on January 12, 2015 with her loving family at her side. Born in Joggins, she the daughter of the late Emma Agnes Edwards.
Janice worked at Northern Telecom for many years. She was a member of Holy Family Parish, Amherst. As a pastime she thoroughly enjoyed playing crib, bingo as well as doing puzzles.
She leaves to mourn her ten children, sons: Colin of Richmond Hill, ON, Neil of Moncton, NB, Roddy of Edmonton, AB, Keith of Halifax, NS; daughters, Heather (John) Tower of Edmonton, AB, Holly (Brad) Gould of Amherst, NS, Cathy (Pete) Gillis of Calgary, AB, Sheila (David) Burke of Amherst, NS, Sherry (Joe) Ripley of Amherst, Carole (Jody) McKiel of Amherst, NS; sisters, Betty Vautour, Riverview, NB, Donna Bristol of Amherst, NS; brothers, Sonny Edwards of Montreal, PQ, Al Edwards of Owen Sound, ON; aunt, Elaine Davies of Montreal, PQ, Lionel Edwards of Joggins, NS; sixteen grandchildren, sixteen great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Besides her mother, she was predeceased by her brothers, Doug Edwards & Donald Edwards.
Arrangements are under the care and supervision of Furlong~Jones Funeral Home, 70 Church Street, Amherst (902-667-8777). Honoring Janice's request, cremation has taken place and there is to be no visitation or funeral service. There will be a graveside committal service at a later date.
Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the Lung Association or the charity of your choice. Private condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.furlongjones.ca or through the funeral home Facebook page.