Janis S. Branford
June 26, 1955 ~ July 3, 2018
Janis S. Branford, age 63, passed away on Tuesday, July 3, 2018 at Lake West Hospital in Willoughby. Born June 26, 1955 in Painesville she was the daughter of the late Luther Amon and Madeline Marie (Covert) Black.
A 1973 graduate of Madison High School, Janis worked as a Closing Support Specialist for Asa Cox Homes. She was a talented musician and enjoyed singing and playing the piano. A woman of Faith she was an active member of Crossroads Community Church in Madison where she worked as a secretary for many years, helped with the youth group, and played piano on the Praise Team. Her smile would light up the room and she had an infectious laugh. She had just the right amount of sarcasm and sass, much like her favorite actress Lucille Ball on I Love Lucy. Her grandchildren meant everything to Janis and she cherished the times spent with them.
Janis is survived by her children: Erika (Paul) Bates, Ryan (Katrina) Branford; grandchildren: Ian, Kirsten, Landon, Brenton, Kayla, Lauren, and Sebastian; brother: David Black and THE EX: Don Branford. She is preceded in death by her parents; her sister Judi and her brother Don.
Friends will be received from 11:00am to 1:00pm on Saturday, July 7, 2018 at Crossroads Community Church, 6685 Middle Ridge Road in Madison.
The family suggests contributions to be made in Janiss name to Asas Angels, 2709 North Ridge Road, Painesville, OH 44077
The Behm Family Funeral Home of Madison is assisting the family during this time.
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My heart is very sad. Mrs. Brandford had a contagious laugh, an encouraging heart and she was so kind. She is singing praises now! So sorry for your loss. Sending prayers.
You have my deepest condolences in the passing of Janis. I knew her from school and church and she was a very sweet lady. Always seem to be smiling. I pray God will give you all the strength you need to get thru this hard time.
I am so sorry that I cannot make the service for Janis – I had the great privilege of being one of Janis' Physical Therapists. I cannot begin to express how fond I had grown of Janis during the time I worked with her. She was a truly special person – like no other. She worked so hard to get better – and she always managed to keep a positive outlook on her recovery no matter what. She was one of the most pleasant and dear people I have had the pleasure of knowing and conveyed a true warmth, compassion, kindness and sense of humor towards those around her. She always expressed her love for her children and grandchildren and how they meant the world to her. Her drive to get well was based on her desire to be nearer to her family. Janis was very exceedingly talented. I was able to bring her to the piano in the rec room on at least one occasion – and was fully blown away by her level of talent. After having not played the piano for 3 years (she said), she moved her fingers across the keyboard effortlessly and created such beautiful music, but with the greatest humility. Heaven will certainly enjoy her beautiful music, smile and lovely personality. I will miss you Janis – thank you for the smiles that you brought our way and for the privilege of having known you. God Bless your Beautiful soul!
Jan, I so remember your smile and your wonderful piano playing as well as your smile that could light up any room. I remember you constantly smiling and laughing.. And your joyful countenance that truly reflected the joy of the Lord… I can picture you up there with the heavenly choir .singing and playing to your hearts content. Until we meet again…… Melody
We love you with all of our hearts here at C21-Asa Cox Homes. You were definitely one of a kind. You will never be forgotten beautiful Jan! Until we meet again… xoxoxo
Just heard about this this evening my heart is breaking for the family of this woman she was a very special talented woman who brought a lot of Joy to the people who knew her our sympathies and condolences go to the family in this time of loss