Janice Louise Parry

May 29, 2018

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Jan on May 29th at St. Michael’s Hospital after her courageous fight against cancer. Jan was born July 11, 1958 in Hamilton and grew up in Burlington. Jan graduated from the Media Arts program at Sheridan College in 1980 and spent her career in Toronto as a freelance writer, producer, director of video and live events. Her life fitted her nickname, “Calamity Jan”, but she always tried to overcome the obstacles life put in her way and maintained a positive outlook. She used her creative skills in many ways. She was a great story teller and took great pleasure in cooking and hosting dinner parties. She was also the family historian, always taking pictures and putting together great memories for all of us. She was a good and loyal friend, always ready to help or have a good time. She was very thankful for the love and support of those friends. She is predeceased by her long-time “roomie” Manfred Loch and her parents, Norman and Shirley (Lee). She is survived by her siblings Mark (Elly), Maureen, Lisa (Jacco) and Al (Cheryl) and many dear nieces and nephews and grand-nieces and nephews. Our thanks to all the wonderful medical staff and caregivers at St. Michael’s and Saint Elisabeth’s for all they did for her. As Jan had already held a celebration of her life before she passed, and in keeping with her wishes, there will be no funeral or memorial service. Donations may be made to your favorite charity.