Janice L. Hardville, 57, passed away at Sheridan Medical and Rehabilitation Center of Kenosha on Saturday, September 25, 2010.
Janice was born in Racine on April 27, 1953, the daughter of Rev. Lee and Thelma (nee: Dogans) Finley, Sr. She graduated from Washington Park High School in 1972. On July 22, 1978 she married the love of her life, Morris E. Hardville.
Janice worked as a receptionist for Racine Dental Group before her illness prevented her from continuing.
A devout Christian woman, she was a longtime member of Israel of God Church. In addition to her Lord and Savior, her greatest love was for family. She always enjoyed cooking and caring for her children and grandchildren.
In addition to her loving husband, Morris, her survivors include her children, Yushika Finley of Racine, Ashanta Hardville of Denver, CO; grandchildren, Tavarese and Tyrese Finley both of Racine, Sanaiyah Hardville of Orlando, FL; her parents, Rev. Lee and Thelma Finley, Sr. of Wilmar, AR; brothers and sisters, Lee (Edna) Finley, Brian (Janita) Finley, Jessica (Kelvin) Buckley, Sonja Finley all of Racine, Brenda (Rev. Hurley) Collins of Detroit, Francine (Lee) Strong, Mark (Donna) Finley both of Madison, WI and Vanessa (Karl) Sims of Bettendorf, IA; mother-in-law, Bernice Hardville; brother-in-law, Drew (Ursula) Hardville both of Racine; as well as numerous dear nieces, nephews, other relatives and dear friends.
The celebration of Janice’s life and Homegoing will be held at Israel of God’s Church WHA (2017 Mead St.) on Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. with Rev. George B. Hamilton officiating. Her burial will follow at Graceland Cemetery. There will be a visitation in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. and in the church on Saturday from 8-9 a.m.
The Hardville family wishes to thank Sheridan Medical and Rehabilitation Center and United Hospital Sytems of Kenosha for the loving and professional care that was extended to Janice during her illness.
Lee, Francine, Myles Strong says
My Beloved Sister and Family, we are all so very sad that Jan had to be call home at such a young age but, the God of Isreal knows whats best for us and he will do his will. I want you all to know that she will be lovingly missed by us all.
Yushika Finley says
Love you Mom. You are already missed.
Jenna says
To my grandparents, uncle and cousins, I love you all. If there is anything I can do for you I will. Aunt Jan will be dearly missed. I thank the God of Israel for his grace and mercy.
valerie raspberry says
I send my prays to Jenna N Finley and her family
love you
Melanie Brooks says
Janice was easy to talk with because she had a calm demeanor and friendly smile. She was always cordial to people. May she live on in spirit forever. MKB (cousin)
Maria Carnes says
Yushika, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Maria Carnes
DENISE L BOYD says
The Finley Family,
My heart felt sympathy goes out to you during the passing of your loved one. May the God of Israel continue to give you all strength to make it through each passing day. She will be greatly missed but make sure that you remember the happy memories that you had with her. Remember weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning. My prayers and love are with you all!!
Sis. Denise L Boyd
JEAN BLACKWELL says
JANICE AND I WERE FRIENDS SINCE OUR TEENAGE YEARS. WE HAVE MANY WONDERFUL MOMENTS TOGETHER THAT I WILL CHERISH FOREVER. SHE WELCOMED ME INTO HER HOME SEVERAL TIMES WHEN WE ATTENED CHURCH FUNCTIONS IN HER CITY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER FAMOUS CHOCOLATE CAKE THAT SHE WOULD BAKE FOR ME WHEN I CAME IN TOWN. I WILL MISS HER AND OUR FUN TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER. TO THE FAMILY MY SINCERE EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY TO YOU AND I PRAY THAT THE GOD OF ISREAL GIVE YOU STRENGTH AND COMFORT AND PEACE DURING YOUR TIME OF REFLECTION. JEAN
JEAN BLACKWELL says
JANICE AND I WERE FRIENDS SINCE OUR TEENAGE YEARS. WE HAVE MANY WONDERFUL MOMENTS TOGETHER THAT I WILL CHERISH FOREVER. SHE WELCOMED ME INTO HER HOME SEVERAL TIMES WHEN WE ATTENED CHURCH FUNCTIONS IN HER CITY. I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER HER FAMOUS CHOCOLATE CAKE THAT SHE WOULD BAKE FOR ME WHEN I CAME IN TOWN. I WILL MISS HER AND OUR FUN TIMES WE HAD TOGETHER. TO THE FAMILY MY SINCERE EXPRESSIONS OF SYMPATHY TO YOU AND I PRAY THAT THE GOD OF ISREAL GIVE YOU STRENGTH AND COMFORT AND PEACE DURING YOUR TIME OF REFLECTION. JEAN
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Morris Hardville says
There is not enough words to describe how much I love and miss you.
Vanessa Sims says
It is still hard to believe that one of my sisters is gone. I know and accept that it was God’s will and I pray that he will continue to comfort and strenghten me and my family.
Sonja Finley says
Dear Sis I miss you everyday. I love you and just wanted to say good-bye, but you’ll be forever be in my heart.