Miss Janice M. Curtis

Our loving mother, Janice Marie Curtis, was born to the late Sylvester Curtis, Sr., and Lillian Pearl (Sanders) Williams on Friday, November 24, 1967, in Hughes, AR. Those who love and know her well affectionately called her “Sissy.” Janice attended grade school at Derossit Elementary in Widener, AR. She and her fellow classmates were the first 6th grade class from Derossit to attend Lincoln Sixth Grade School in Forrest City, AR. Later, she attended Forrest City Middle School. Although Janice was a young mother, she persevered and became a proud graduate of the Forrest City High School “Class of 1986.” Janice was a strong-willed, dedicated young lady. She never allowed anything to stand in the way of her future. Janice was both compassionate and courageous. She would help anyone in need. She also stood her ground when necessary. She was always wise beyond her years. Let’s not forget her love for high heel shoes. Janice had a deep love for the LORD, her family, and friends. She became a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. No matter what, family and friends could always count on her. She enjoyed spending time with the people she loved. She also enjoyed her moments of silence. Later in life, Janice became employed at McDonald’s in Horn Lake, Mississippi. She was a great cook at home and at work. She was valued by her employer, co-workers, and customers. She always approached them with a warm smile and words of wisdom each day. On Monday, August 4, 2025, in Widener, AR, with her children by her side, Janice transitioned from her earthly life to her eternal life in heaven at the age of 57. She was preceded in death by her father: Sylvester Curtis, Sr.; first-born son and eldest child: Travis Lamont Calvin; brothers: Clinton Sanders and John L. Curtis; sisters: Susie McKnight; Elizabeth Robinson; Janie McKnight; and Shirley Sanders. She was followed in death by her stepfather: Marvin Williams. Love and memories of Janice will forever be in the hearts of her children: Brandon Curtis—Horn Lake, Mississippi; Ashley Bailey and Jeremy Bailey—Fayetteville, AR. She will forever be cherished by her mother: Lillian Pearl Williams—Widener, AR; siblings: Oteria Wafford—Widener, AR; Sylvester (Pearl) Curtis, Jr.—Stockton, CA; Robert (Letha) Sykes, Jr.—Jonesboro, AR; Kelly (Denarius) McShan and Malinda Davis—Jonesboro, AR; Kevin Siggers—Jackson, TN; and Arlando Lewis—Cordova, TN. She will also forever be cherished by her 10 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; and an abundance of relatives and friends.

Miss Janice M. Curtis

November 24, 1967 - August 4, 2025