Janice Karen Patton
March 04, 1949 - March 09, 2026
Midlothian, Virginia
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Janice Karen Patton
March 04, 1949 - March 09, 2026
Midlothian, Virginia
Obituary
Janice Karen Patton, 77, of Midlothian, VA went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ on Monday March 9, 2026. She was born on March 4, 1949 in Portsmouth, Ohio to the late John Patton, Jr. and Alfreta Mucha Patton.
Janice is survived by her beloved sister, Michele Patton Taylor, and loving niece, Heather Courtney Harrington.
Janice graduated from Radford University in 1972 with a Masters in health and physical education. In 1977 she graduated from the Columbia School of Bible and Missions. 16 years later she graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Masters in special education. Retiring from Lloyd C. Bird High school in 2014.
She was an athlete, playing basketball in high school. Later she moved on to playing both tennis, softball and eventually earned her 4th degree black belt in Tae-Kwon-Do. She was a member of her high school and college marching bands where she played the flute.
She loved her Lord and Savior and dedicated her life to serving Him and spreading His word. She was a missionary in Taiwan from 1978-1982 where she learned Chinese and taught the missionary kids of Morrison Academy. She was a member of Immanuel Baptist Church for most of her adult life.
Janice loved to spend her free time fishing, reading books, cross stitching and coloring. She collected snowmen and stuffed elephants. She also enjoyed spending time with her friends and family. And will be remembered for her witty sense of humor.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026 at Morrissett Funeral & Cremation Service, 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234. Her funeral service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Westhampton Memorial & Cremation Park, 10000 Patterson Ave, Henrico, VA 23238.
Visitation
- Date & Time: March 16, 2026 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Venue: Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service
- Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 275-7828
Funeral Home
- Date & Time: March 17, 2026 (12:00 PM)
- Venue: Morrissett Funeral and Cremation Service
- Location: 6500 Iron Bridge Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (804) 275-7828
Interment
- Date & Time: March 17, 2026 (2:00 PM)
- Next Service: Westhampton Memorial & Cremation Park
- Venue: 10000 Patterson Ave
- Location: Henrico, VA 23238 - (Get Directions)
3 responses to Janice Karen Patton
Thomas Abernethy Jr. (Tom) says:
March 12, 2026
Michelle, God’s grace and peace to you during this time and in the coming months. God’s mental, physical, social, emotional, spiritual strength to you. I miss seeing you at Carter Mountain. Since my dear wonderful Daddy went to Jesus last February 2025, I have not been to Carter as much. I used to go with him. We will probably go a lot during the kingdom reign of Jesus on this earth. God bless you Michelle. This is Tom Abernethy, Jr.
Sam says:
March 16, 2026
Michele,
I was deeply saddened to hear about your sister’s passing. I only had the chance to meet her once, but I remember clearly how warm and genuine she was, and the wonderful sense of humor she carried with her. It was one of those impressions that stays with you.
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time. May the memories you shared together bring comfort and remind you of the joy she brought to those around her.
With deepest sympathy,
Samuel Sarquah
Angela C Alford says:
April 10, 2026
To the family of Janice, I was shocked and saddened to hear of Janice’s death. She was a wonderful colleague.
We taught at LCB together in the “Sped” department. We always had great conversations. Janice was hilarious! One day we ran into each other at the grocery store and I didn’t notice she was behind me. Others were in line also but didn’t realize Janice knew me. Janice using her martial arts skills decided to kick me lightly on my rear. I turned around with my mindset ready to react as people stared also shocked. When I saw it was Janice, instantly we embraced and laughed uncontrollably! Spectators were relieved they didn’t have to witness a fight.
Also Janice told me she once taught at Park View h.s. in her earlier years. That’s one of the 2 high schools in the small community where I was born. Our paths were destined to cross.
Janice will be missed. She was an interesting and inspirational lady. She was a woman of faith.
May God comfort all who loved Janice. Rest in His arms. Angela