Janice Denice Stoops

*UPDATED SERVICE INFORMATION IN BOLD*

Janice Denice Stoops, age 63 of Murphysboro, Illinois, passed away Thursday, October 24, 2024 at Carbondale Memorial Hospital.

Janice was born Wednesday, September 20, 1961 in Metropolis, Illinois, a daughter of Wilburn and Leah Lucille (McBride) Worthen.

She is survived by her son- Matthew Gerler; daughter- Leah Durham; daughter- Christine Gerler; adopted son, Kevin (Candice) Rieger; twelve grandchildren- Makayla Gerler, Mattilynn Gerler, Katara Perkins, Kyle Durham, Morgan Durham, Natalee Durham, Ariana McCoy, Maria Ticer, Emily Ticer, Joshua Rieger, Gage Rieger; great grandchild- Levi; brother- Roy Worthen; sisters- Sheila Davis, Mary Douglas, Ella Mae (Ken) Rieger, and Donna Carter; best friend- Pamela Robinson; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family.

She is preceded in death by her biological parents- Raymond and Doris Douglas; her adoptive parents- Wilburn and Leah Lucille Worthen; brothers- Jeff Logsdon, Buddy Douglas, and Harry Douglas; sisters- Doris Howell, Patricia Gordon, Doris Walden; and infant brother- Charlie Douglas.

Maxton-Rosado Funeral Home is honored to have been called to serve the family. To leave an online condolence for the family, please visit www.maxtonrosado.com or call 618-542-2020.

Our momma loves Jesus and always sang praises to Him. She adored and was very proud of all her children and grand babies. She loved her TN walker (Miss Dolly). Momma really enjoyed sewing,  embroidery, cooking, baking, singing, dancing, bonfires and of course watching Westerns. She will be missed everyday until we see her again but because of her strong faith in the Lord, we know that she is in no pain; in the arms of Our Lord and Savior. Momma always said, she wanted nothing to do with a funeral. 

Please join us in celebrating her life on her first heavenly birthday (September 20) with many of her favorites at Oakwood bottoms.

To get there: 

1. From the North:
Head south on Illinois Route 3 until you turn left onto the gravel road.

2. From the South:
Head north on Illinois Route 3, then turn right onto the gravel
 

You can also find specific access points by searching for "Oakwood Bottoms Interpretive Site" or "Oakwood Bottoms/Turkey Bayou" on map servic

3pm: Prayer with Pastor Ray Highfield, scripture readings, memories/stories and songs by her children.

4-6pm: Hayride, fishing (bring your own pole & bait), worship and fellowship. 

6pm: Hot dogs and chili with worship

7-8: Elevated bonfire and worship

We ask that you do not send flowers. your presence is all we really need, but if you feel the need then bring something more memorable or something to share. *S’mores ingredients* 

*Do not feel pressured to stay for the entire event. Please feel free to come and go as your day allows.*

With love-Bubba (Matt), Lady bug (Leah) and Peanut (Christine)

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