Janice C. “Jan” Lajoie

August 8, 2023
LAJOIE, JANICE C

   Janice Carol “Jan” Lajoie, 76, passed away after a brief illness on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at her Nashua, NH home while surrounded by her loving family.         

    Born in Nashua, NH on August 9, 1946, she was a daughter of the late Joseph S. and Agnes (Povilan) Levesque. A previous resident of Hollis, NH, Janice moved to Nashua in 2020. She was a 1964 graduate of Nashua High School after which she worked for Nashua Corporation and the Hillsborough County Registry of Deeds.

   On April 23, 1964, Jan married Robert M. Lajoie. The two were each other’s life- long companions. They were blessed with two daughters, Krysten L. Lajoie and Karen A. Moraros.

   Jan enjoyed taking trips with her family especially to Disney World. She was a talented Seamstress, enjoyed Bingo, Crossword Puzzles, attending Craft Fairs, but most of all, she loved spending time with her dogs.

  Jan is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Karen and Richard P. Moraros, Jr. of Hollis, NH; her grandchildren Alyssa Hall and her wife Magan Hall of Calera, AL, Arielle Moraros, Nicholas Moraros of Hollis, NH, and Brandon Lajoie of Nashua, NH; great-grandson, Preston Hall of Calera, AL and great-granddaughter, Magnolia Grace “Abi” Hall of Denver, CO; her sisters and brother-in-law, Joyce and Vincent Martino of Walpole, MA and June Adams of Roswell, GA. Jan is also survived by several nieces, her nephew Joe Martino of Walpole, MA; other nephews, family members and her best friend, Sharon Spivak of Nashua, NH.

  In addition to her parents, Joseph and Agnes Levesque; Jan was also predeceased by her husband, Robert M. Lajoie and her daughter, Krysten L. Lajoie.

  Jan’s love and dedication to her family and friends was truly inspiring and her sense of humor has touched us all. She will be loved, missed and cherished by many.

   A private ceremony will be held. Jan will be laid to rest with her husband and daughter at Pinewood Cemetery, Nashua. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to The Humane Society for Greater Nashua, 24 Ferry Road, Nashua, NH 03064. To leave an online message of condolence, please visit www.farwellfuneralservice.com Arrangements are in the care of the Farwell Funeral Service, 18 Lock Street, Nashua.

15 Comments on Janice C. “Jan” Lajoie

Terry & Kelley Marchant said : Guest Report Aug 14, 2023 at 8:58 PM

Karen and family, Terry and I are very sorry for your loss. I didn’t know you wonderful Mother well but the times I was with you and her, she was such a sweet woman. A mother will always be missed and that never stops. I know she is resting in the arms of God. I hope your life of memories will give you comfort and peace. Love to all

Marion Boudreau said : Guest Report Aug 14, 2023 at 8:40 PM

I just happened upon this obituary I am so sorry. We let time get between us and drifted apart. I loved "Bob n Jan." Karen I'm heart broken sorry for your family and Brandon.

Karen Moraros said : Guest Report Aug 14, 2023 at 6:53 PM

Mom, words cannot express how much I will miss you. You were not just my mom, but you were my best friend. I am the person I am today because of you. You are truly my foundation. You were so strong and brave & fought so hard. I will never forget all the great memories we have & I will hold them dear to my heart. I love you to the moon & back. Until we meet again. Always & forever.

Jean Strand Lyons said : Guest Report Aug 11, 2023 at 10:34 AM

Joyce - Prayers and condolences on losing your sister. Even though I hadn't seen her since high school, I remember her being sweet and nice.

Bob "Harvey" Ricard said : Guest Report Aug 11, 2023 at 8:09 AM

I worked with JAN at Nashua Corp. for many years . She was the sweetest and nicest person that I have ever known. She would always have a smile on her face and had a great since of humor. When I think about the people that I worked with at Nashua she is always on the list. Just a wonderful , wonderful person. I can's say enough nice things about her ! I am sorry for your loss but KNOW that we are ALL going to leave this earth one day so FIND JESUS NOW as you don't know when your last day is going to be .

Carolyn and George Higgins said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 3:56 PM

Dear Karen and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mother/grandmother. She was very kind and pleasant to speak with while out walking her precious dog. It’s very hard to lose a parent, condolences to you all.

Sylvie Y. Michaud-Nelson said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 3:02 PM

Dearest Karen and Family Please accept my sincerest condolences on this immense loss. Karen, I know what your Mom meant to you and how very much you will miss the times you shared with her. May she rest in peace, embraced in the light of heaven, and welcomed home where she will be greeted by those who have gone before her. Sending you peace, love and prayers for strength and healing.

Mary Ann and Bob Keddy said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 2:11 PM

Karen. We are so sorry to hear if your moms passing. I personally never met her but She was the first person my husband met when we moved here. We will keep her for in our prayers

Barbara Flynn said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 9:59 AM

Oh my goodness! I thought of you yesterday but didn’t get online in time to wish you a happy birthday. You were my best friend when we worked at Nashua Corp and had so much fun together. Haunted hayrides, the time we celebrated Christmas at your house and I ended up having to call us out of work. Too many fun times to mention . You were the sweetest person. Your love for your family was like no other. My condolences to Karen and all the family. Rest easy Jan. You’re with Bob once again.

Linda Balamotis said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 9:23 AM

Karen and family My condolences for your loss. Your Mum, Janice was a kind and sweet person. She always had a smile and friendly attitude. She will be missed by many. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Roberta Davidson (neighbor) said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 8:09 AM

So very sorry to hear of Jan’s passing. There is no greater loss than the death of your mother. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Gena Hunt said : Guest Report Aug 10, 2023 at 6:46 AM

To Karen and her family - My condolences to your family on the passing of your Mom - although I only knew your Mom a short time as a neighbor she always had a sweet hello while she walked her beloved dog . Our thoughts have been with you throughout this difficult time -

Tom and Pat Daly said : Guest Report Aug 09, 2023 at 9:58 PM

Karen and family— Pat and I want to extend our sincere condolences on the passing of your dear mother. Janice was a great neighbor but more importantly a loving and gentle soul. Pat and I will pray for her and your entire family during this difficult time.

Arielle Moraros said : Guest Report Aug 09, 2023 at 9:19 PM

Nana you will be so missed. You were such an incredible person and an amazing grandmother. Thank you for loving me for who I am and all the incredible memories and gifts you have given me. Nobody could make going to Disney as fun as you! There was never a dull moment anytime we were together. You always knew what to say and what shirt matched with which color pants. You had an incredible sense of fashion and always knew were the best shops were! 💗 Thank you for always being so kind, you always put others first and never complained when doing so. I still can't believe that you're gone, but I know you're with papa, Aunt Krissy, Kali, and Koal now. Your body is free and you are still always with me, in my heart and watching over me. I love you so much Nana, until we meet again one day.❤️

Sharon Spivak said : Guest Report Aug 09, 2023 at 8:32 PM

Dearest, Karen, Rick, Alyssa, Magan, Arielle, David, Nicholas, Branden “plus,” your Jan/Janice was one in a million. My heart goes out to you and I am so very sorry for this huge loss. I cannot yet accept or comprehend that she won’t be just next door anymore. We “declared” ourselves honorary Sisters and suddenly I had a fabulous and loving Niece, Karen! What’s more, she had a wonderful family who adopted me too whom I love today and always! Janice and I had such fun times together. We could talk about anything- nothing was off the table and we loved that! I will never forget the day she said, “I want to talk to you about something, but I don’t want to offend you.” I laughed and said, “ Not likely you could offend me.” She took me by the hand, down the hall, into her bedroom and finally into her bathroom. I was very curious. She took out her little pink chin hair shaver and lovingly told me that she had been noticing some chin hairs on my “chinny, chin, chin”.” She then asked if I knew about these little shavers? We laughed so hard our tummies’ hurt. She kindly shaved off my chin hairs then sent me out to buy my own little pink Chin Hair Shaver! Not a day goes by now when I don’t check to see if any “Rogue Chin Hairs” have popped up overnight. We always parted with a hug and “I love yous.” Janice was a very special blessing sent by God - someone I’ll never forget and forever miss. I hope that the pain in my heart today, will one day fade enough to be tolerable. Be at Peace, my dear Janice surrounded by nothing but Love and Happiness. Your memory will always be a Blessing - your family will always have my Love.

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