Janice Annette Brake
April 4, 1943 ~ March 30, 2015
Janice Annette Brake, 71, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2015. She was born in Nash County on April 4, 1943 to the late William Caswell Weaver, Sr. and Etta Lee Joyner Weaver.
Janice was a graduate of Benvenue High School and went to work for Carolina Telephone and then with Burlington Industries until settling down with Abbott Laboratories where she dedicated 21 years of service. Following her retirement from Abbott, she went to work for Opticare of Rocky Mount, now Centene, where she stayed for another 20 years.
A dedicated member of Ridgecrest Worship Center, Janice was a woman of strong faith, a faith which carried her and of which lives on in the hearts of her family. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, and friend who never met a stranger. Blessed with a contagious smile, she could light up any room with laughter and joy. Some would say she had the personality of “Carol Burnette”, and could play the part well. Janice had a way of entertaining family and friends over a meal and was always ready for a day out shopping the Boutiques of Rocky Mount.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband, William Thomas Brake of Rocky Mount; her two daughters, Kandy Brake Haggerty and her husband, Joseph and Jennifer Michelle Brake, both of Rocky Mount; her brothers, William Caswell Weaver, Jr. and his wife, Judy, Ronnie Weaver and his wife, Lena, and Randy Weaver and his wife, Patricia; one sister, Shirley Weaver Cobb and her husband Neal; and her two cherished grandchildren, John Parker Haggerty and Thomas Holden Haggerty. She is also survived by a special aunt, Anne Weaver Bailey.
The family would like to thank all of the special caregivers for their compassion and care for the past few months and a special thank you to Dr. Mahmoud and his staff.
A funeral service to remember Janice will be held at 7:00 pm on Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at Ridgecrest Worship Center with Pastor Kelly Shope officiating. The family will receive friends prior to from 5:30 pm until the start of services, Wednesday, April 1, 2015 at Ridgecrest Worship Center. Burial will take place at 10:00 am on Thursday, April 2, 2015 at Rocky Mount Memorial Park Mausoleum.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ridgecrest Worship Center, 1120 West Mount Drive, Rocky Mount, NC 27803.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home Cremation Services, 1130 North Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wednesday 4/1, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
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Wednesday 4/1, 7:00 pm
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Thursday 4/2, 10:00 am
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My deepest sympathy to Tommy and family. Heaven gained another Angel.
Janice you gave us all high spirits and you brought so much joy to all others around you. Sure remember our childhood times together. You and your brothers and sister coming over to our house and then our family would visit with all of you. Sunday seemed to be our getting around to Grandma and Grandpa’s house. All the Eight brothers and sister and all the kids. How did our grandparents handle all of that. But it sure is a lot of fond memories. Remember all the Easter Egg hunts over there. One final crazy memory is when my Mom took me to the beauty shop and I had a perm and Rose and I went over to spend the night with you and Shirley. Your Mom Etta and all of you laughed so hard at me trying to get the curl out of my hair. Then of course at the last family reunion you wanted my extended fork and I would not give it to you because I promised to give it to Frank. Wish I had given it to you. There are many memories like this and just know we will miss you. Our Deepest Sympathy to the family and friends. Love Mavis and Ron Caplinger and our daughter Jeanna and Rob Ware.
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Lots of good memories with Janice and tommy in earlier years .good times at the beach. Worked with her at Burlington industries and she called me and talked to me even after I moved to wake forest . She was a good friend I will always cherish our friendship.
Janice ,you had a laugh that was one of a kind. You certainly kept me in stitches when I would be in your presence. Memories from Long Ave. go way back even to the times I babysit your first born. I also remember my little pup I got from you and Tommy. You were a trip girl and now you have made the journey to home. You will be missed by many. You and my mama now can catch up where ever you may have left off. My Granny will be right there keeping up with you girls. Your family will be in my prayers. LUV ya , my friend Jeanine Hendershot
My deepest sympathy to the Brake Family. Mrs. Janice Brake was a wonderful person who brightened your day by her laugh, and her smile.l enjoyed working with Janice, she always knew how to get me to smile when I was having a rough day. I will miss her asking me how my weekend was, and her telling me about hers. Janice was and is a very special friend and she will be missed.
Great childhood memories with you Mrs. Brake! I’m so sad to hear of your passing but I take comfort in knowing you’re with the king! May God bless and comfort Mr. Brake, Jennifer, and Kandy during this time!
I love you mom! I miss you more than anything! We will take care of daddy! See you in heaven! I could not have asked for a better mom and best friend! I am glad you are at peace and no longer suffering! Til we meet again…I love you!
Janice was my older sister and we had many good times together, when we got together at a family function and their was music, Janice and I would always dance until we were both so tired that we could no longer dance. my sister worked all her life and was very sick for a long time. now she has gone to join our mama & daddy and I know that they are looking down at us and Janice until I see you again I love you very much and I miss you until we come together in Heaven. love you your brother Randy.
I am so honored to have known and worked with Janice over the last five (5) years; she was such a joy. Her disposition was always so upbeat and happy and she always wore a smile on her face. She will truly be missed but never forgotten. Please family remember to stay encouraged in the fact that your loved one added so much beauty to OptiCare during her tenure here on earth and that Heaven just received another beautiful Angel. Sincerely, Valerie Jay, OptiCare
We at Opticare will always remember Janice’s laughter and her famous strut down the halls. Her voice over the intercom would bring a smile to everyone’s face. We will always remember her saying No money-No chicken when we were ordering chicken plates. When the skies were beginning to cloud she would come onto the intercom saying if your windows are down you better put them up, it looks like rain. The wonderful memories of such a wonderful, courageous person. All of our hearts are heavy but we know that Janice’s faith has led her to a much more beautiful place. We will meet again my friend.
She loved her job and her Opticare family!
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I would like to share a memory of Janice from our time at Benvenue High….now Wal-mart!, Janice and I were in a geography class that had no teacher …or we hardly ever saw one . Can’t even remember a teacher’s name. But, I have always remembered Janice for keeping us entertained with jokes and whatever to help us pass the time. Can’t remember much about other classes at Benvenue, but I’ll never forget the good times we had in that class. Thanks to Janice! It was forty years later that I saw her again at Caswell’s home at a class reunion dinner. It is now sad to hear of her passing and know that she will be missed by her loving family. To me, she will always be the classmate that kept us laughing! John (Johnny) Gwin, Kennesaw, Ga
Janice was so full of life and had such a witty personality; her jokes and laughter could make anyone smile! She will truly be missed! Nikki Rivenbark Bailey
Candy and family, So sad to hear about your Mom’s passing. I will be keeping your family in my prayers. Love, Betty Ann Lorah
To Mr. Tommy and Family, Mrs. Janice was very sweet and kind and was always nice to our family. I will miss her waving as we would head out for work in the mornings. Please know that our prayers are with you and if there is ever anything we can do for you, please let us know…don’t hesitate to ask. Sincerely, Kara and Chris Moody (your neighbors)
Tommy, Candy, & Jennifer–sorry to hear about Janice—- Praying for your family in the lost of Janice. Also remember her, talking to her being our neighbors on York Street for many years. Our prayers and thoughts with ya’ll at this time. Will & Wilma Mounts & our girls—Tricia, Kathy & Susan
MRS. HAGGERTY . I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR MOTHERS PASSING . MAY SHE REST IN PEACE , AND MAY GOD BE WITH YOU . RICHARD LANE
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To the family of Janice, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I did not know her personally I feel like I really missed out on not knowing her. Janice and I are distantly related. I know that she is going to be missed by everyone who knew her and I wish I had known her. I am sure that she has left lots of happy memories for each family member and all her friends. I will keep all of you in my prayers. Marjorie Joyner Gardiner
Gods love will strength & comfort you. Take solace in your memories. With time the ace in your heart, will ease. My deepest sympathy, in your time of grief. Remember God is with you now, tomorrow & always. May peace & comfort surround you..