Janice E. Tanner, 86, formerly of New Brighton, passed away Wednesday, February 21, 2024, surrounded by her loved ones at her home in Harmar Township.

Born November 23, 1937, in Beaver Falls, she was a daughter of the late Thomas D. and Flora (Brown) Shaw. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Thomas “Tim” Shaw, and brother-in-law, Bob Russell.

She had worked at Montgomery Ward in Beaver Falls before becoming a homemaker.  She attended both New Brighton Free Methodist Church, and after getting married, was an active member of Youth for Christ with Christian Missionary Alliance Church.  She enjoyed gardening, baking, decorating, antique collecting, and taking trips to Hawaii, which made her grow fond of their culture.

She is survived by her husband of over 61 years, James E. Tanner, children, Jodi (Kevin) Wagner, Jimmy (Eve) Tanner, sister, Jane Tanner, along with her grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and many other family members.

Friends will be welcomed Monday, from 10am until the time of service at noon, at the J&J Spratt Funeral Home, 1612 3rd Ave. New Brighton.

Private interment will follow at Concord Church Cemetery, Beaver Falls.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave. Floor 17 Chicago, IL 60601, or www.alz.org.