Janice Marie George-Jones, 60, of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, transitioned into eternal life on Tuesday, February 8, 2022 in the peace and love of her home. Janice was a true and faithful woman of God, a hard worker who offered love to all she knew. She was born in Harrisburg, daughter of the late William F., Sr. and Phyllis (Hamn) George. Janice shared her life with seven siblings; five brothers and two sisters. Janice received her formal education in the Harrisburg School District and was a graduate of Harrisburg High School. Having a desire to further her education, she attended North Carolina A & T University where she received her Bachelors’ Degree and her Master’s Degree in Communications. In 1990, Janice was initiated into Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. ~ Epsilon Sigma Omega Chapter of Harrisburg. During her working career, she lived and worked in Baltimore, Maryland; Ohio and Southern California as a Division Manager for R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company from where she retired in 2005. Janice was united in marriage to Michael Jones for 20 years. She relocated to California where her husband resided. During her time in California, in addition to working full-time and being a wife, she fed the homeless, provided employment skills to incarcerated men & women and witnessed to those she randomly met. Her heart was always with and for people. When our mother became ill, she returned to Pennsylvania to assist in her care, not knowing that through this move across the US, a ministry would be birthed. Janice listened to the prompting of the Holy Spirit and with her servant’s heart and desire to serve others; she birthed AHBP (Allison Hill Beautification Project). Janice was an Old Testament Saint of God; we called her Little Moses with a Joshua Spirit. She followed God with every part of her being. God told her, “Do what I have called you to do and I will provide for you” and that’s exactly what she did and God never failed her. Janice served tirelessly and gave her all as she followed God’s voice. The Allison Hill community became her battle ground, daily she dressed in her war clothes and hit the streets of the city; it didn’t matter if it was hot, cold or rainy. Janice wore two hats, a missionary martyr for the Lord and a loving daughter, sister and aunt. Janice’s assignment was to beautify neglected porches and vacant homes by dressing them with furniture, novelties, flowers and encouraging pictures. She would often say I can’t believe people throw good things in the trash. So their trash became the city’s treasure. She swept, raked, pulled weeds, pushed wheelbarrows, hand trucks with chairs and couches on them, cut, sawed, nailed and tied down many things to beautify the city and decrease the neglected areas in the neighborhoods. She would work sun-up to sun-down. In her warrior clothes, she looked homeless, but she cleaned the streets of Harrisburg and the hearts of the people. God gave her victory. She had NO fear and she witnessed to all about the goodness of the Lord and salvation. She attended several churches in the area, but her church was the streets of Harrisburg until the day she took her last breath. In addition to her parents, Janice was preceded in death by her son, Jared Michael and two of her brothers, Royce Hamn of Virginia and Floyd Hamn of Pennsylvania. Janice leaves to celebrate her life and her legacy of steadfast faith, love and devotion to her two sisters and brother-in-law, Karen and Vernon Anderson and Twanna George; her three brothers and sisters-in-law, Christopher and Amelia George, Curtis and Samette George, all of Pennsylvania and Ray and LaTanya George of Virginia; her three half-sisters, Crystal George-Carey, Nekeya Turane and Vista Gillespie, all of Virginia; her three half-brothers, David Mathis of Alabama and Keith Moore, both of Pennsylvania and Monte George of Virginia and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who are saddened by her transition, but have the blessed assurance of her eternal life. Janice‘s life will be celebrated on Friday, February 18 in the Chapel of the Major H. Winfield Funeral Home, Steelton with visitation at 10:00 a.m. and Services at 11:00 a.m. followed by burial in Paxtang Cemetery. Live Streaming of the service will be available on the Major H. Winfield Funeral Home’s YouTube page. COVID-19 Guidelines will be observed with face masks for all attendees. www.majorhwinfieldfuneralhome.com
I met Ms. Janice shortly before she passed away. I'm Scott and I work at the civil war museum. Every day after I met her I would check out back to see if she was praying because she said God heard her better since it was the highest point in the city. Every day I look for her and I looked today, 4/11/22 and something told me to check and see if anything happened to her. I am so sorry for her family and the loss of such an amazing woman. I met her the Monday after her nephews wedding and she got the arbor from their wedding and put it on the corner of 17th and market. From the moment I met her, I loved her.
Celeste E Middleton
To the family of Janice and those who knew and loved her, May God bring you comfort and peace for your great loss. Continued prayers know that Janice angelic spirit will always be close by.
To Cindy and all the Hamn-George families, I am so sorry I'm late responding but you definitely have my deepest sympathy, condolences and prayers for you all, stay strong, and as you already know we are Project-Family meaning you have my love and prayers in wishing you strength.. Bill Livingston New Jersey
Thank You all for your condolences, prayers, and thoughts for our family. Sincerely, the George Family
My condolences to the family, I ran into Janice during my Saturday morning stroll thru the park, we walked to my house sat on the deck and talk for hours just like old times.. Janice was a warm soul with a big smile always... Her time came for her to recieve her wings. Rest in paradise my friend.. Laurie
To the George family,
Sending my condolences and prayer to the family. Rest in peace
Condolences and Prayers go out to The Family. Janice was "Always" Graceful; even throughout High School. Beautiful Inside and Out. Nothing but Love.
Harriet M. (Harbison) Wadley Baltimore, MD.
Am going to miss u so much beautiful u always kept a smile on your face and mine 💗 I will never forget you ❤ ♥ rip I love u your friend.
Condolences to Twanna Ray Chris and Curtis on the passing of your love one. May you ALL find Comfort in knowing that so many have you lifted up in Prayer. Celeste E Middleton
To the Family of Janice George-Jones,
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your loved one. I watched her beautiful service online and learned so much more about her! Janice wasn't just talking the talk; she was walking the walk.
Be comforted in knowing that she is now where her heart truly longed to be -- with her Father in Heaven. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers in the difficult days ahead.
Emille Robinson Takoma Park, Maryland
My deepest sympathy for the George family. Janice was a dear childhood friend who was always as special as she was beautiful. I'll never forget her and the innumerable hours spent playing in the Circle of the William Howard Day Homes.
Rest in Peace, my friend!
Rosalie Jones Anderson
Prayers and Comfort to the Family. May God give you the strength you need during this difficult time.
From the Mckiver family you have our condolences, and we are sending prayers of comfort during these times. Please always recognize that God makes no mistakes. God is our strength and our comfort please find comfort in the Lord , May peace be with you
Sincere Condolences to the George/Hamm Family in the passing of your sister Janice. Truly my heart goes out to each and every one of you. Truly to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest well Janice. Her Light will continue to Shine. The Anderson Family (Denise)
Please accept our prayers of strength during this very challenging time. Jay was a college classmate and dear friend at North Carolina A&T to my wife and I. Her charismatic personality was the biggest on campus. Along with her presence,style and that incredible smile not one person on campus failed to recognize Jay George. We thank God for blessing us with her in our lives. From Robert and Pamela Robinson Strickland
To the family and friends my condolences and prayers. "And we know to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord" We truly thank God for a life of love, care and service for the Kingdom of God. Apostle Lori Beamer Saulisbury & Family
We are saddened to hear the passing of your love one Janice George -Jones. Our family is praying for you and with you during this difficult time. We thank God for her life and her love. Although she is absent from us she is with our Lord and Savior. May God bless and keep you, comfort and strengthen you, give you peace and wipe away your tears today, tomorrow and the days ahead. Weeping may endure for a night but joy shall come in the morning🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊 Blessed are they who mourn for they shall be comforted Matt 5:4 🙏🏽🙏🏽🕊 Stacey, Russell 'Rusty', and Gloria'Gigi' East
To the George and Hanm family! Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time 🙏 I haven't seen Janice for years. I got a phone call back in July from relative's phone. When I answered. The person on the other end said this is your classmate Janice George. She asked me if I was coming to my relative's house? I said yes I will be coming over. When I got their we had such a wonderful conversation talking about our families. She really loved her brothers and sisters. Janice told me how she would walk to steelton to see her sister. She asked me if I still lived in the same neighborhood that I grew up in? I said yes .she said don't be surprised if I knocked on your door. I said ok. Janice was doers of God's word. Janice hair was beautiful and it reminded me of how she favored her mother.I was glad for the time that we shared together that evening ❤ May God bless your family in the days ahead 🙏 Stacey D Pettis.
My deep heart felt condolences to the George/Hamn/Jones families. My heart truly aches and I'm so very glad I got a chance give you a big hug and a time to catch up at Ms Phyllis homegoing service. May she continue to rest in glory. Wow do we go back. From Downey to Edison to Middle School to High School. Even Teener League Baseball when we both played on FOP up at 7th and Radnor.
I have so many great memories. The pain we all feel right now is the investment of love you invested in all of us.
We will carry your sweet beautiful spirit with us. I thank Yahshua for have you being in my circle of life. You added value in so many lives.
Rest in glory my friend and classmate I will miss you dearly.
Praying for comfort for you family. I'm here if you need me.
Love you all,
Brian K Patterson and Family
Deepest Sympathy Laurie Hicks
To the George family. Let us all thank God for loaning us His sweet Angel Janice. She was a super star who was/is loved by many from coast-to-coast. Family, please take comfort in knowing that Janice completed her mission for the Lord, and He has called her home to spend eternity in heaven with Him. I know the Lord has said to Janice, "Well done my good and faithful servant. Take up residence in your heavenly mansion with Me." Dear lord, thank you for Janice and her radiant presence. We are grateful that You shared her with us. She will live on in our hearts and minds until we step into glory to see her again.
To the Families and Friends of a Special Lady of GOD. Janice will be missed by many and all of the memories that she left will bring us comfort as we CELEBRATE her HOMEGOING. May God bless and comfort you during these times. Jerry Dudley & family
My sincere condolences to Tawanna and family. May God give comfort to you and your family today and the days ahead. Rochelle and Freddie Hall
My sincere condolences to the family. Janice was a good friend from Downey School, Edison all the way to graduating from Harrisburg High School. She always had a smile on her face and I can still hear her laugh. May you be comforted in knowing that she is at peace and will spend eternity with the Lord. Until we meet again, rest in Paradise. Love Kim Johnson
PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY. VIOLA DICKEY.
My sincere condolences to Janice's Family! I'm so glad to have the chance to spend time with you this past summer when you surprised me and answered the door at Mrs. Louise's home. What laughs we had that day, talking about our childhood days in the Projects. I will always miss seeing you sitting out on the front porch. Rest in Peace my dear friend! Much love always Jacky East
RIP my friend you will be Mis My condolences too the Gorge family from Thomasa Brown Juanita Brown Curtis Brown Billy Brown
Janice always asked about our grand-mom. She sincerely cared. Her eyes were full of love.
Nate and Gina
Thankfully my Sister Sam's in-laws are my family too! Karen (Cindy Lou to me) Jean, Ray, Chris and Curtis, I offer up my most sincere condolences on the passing of your beloved. Janice was a beautiful person inside and out. I still recall her as a cute little girl in the PJ's with pigtails and ribbons. Miss Phyllis always kept Janice and all her children impeccably dressed well. Much later in life I was reunited with Janice when my little sister Sam met Curtis. Janice and I were immediately fast friends and shared much good family fun together. Her family game playing and competitive spirit I found to be delightful. I will always remember her for her naturally loving demeanor. GOD truly blessed Janice in many ways. We will miss her smiling face but we trust and believe her GODLY spirit will live on in all that knew her.
Stephanie
Deepest Sympathy
My condolences to the George family, Janice was a beautiful lady with a heart of gold . RIP. Mike Bullock Sr .
My condolences to the family, May God's arms of comfort keep you🙏🏽❤ M.Tindell
My condolences to the entire George/Hamm family! My Best memory of Janice are from Park st. She was always on the porch with her head in a book, I can remember thinking this is the smartest person I've ever known. Janice did not play when it came to school and the books. Although not much older then me she was always mothering me, along with other kids on the block. Just thinking about it now bring a smile to my face. I don't know if I ever really thanked her for help with my homework when I had no clue what I was doing! Thank you Janice thank you ❤️Rest in Paradise Nicole "Nikki" Robinson
My sincere condolences to the George/Hamm Family! I've known Jance from her childhood to adulthood! Her beauty not only resonated on the outside but equally on the inside. I was so elated when she came to visit me this past summer,as we spend hours talking about God. I will miss her beautiful smile and her words of encouragement. May our Heavenly Father watch over each and everyone of her Family members from near and afar. Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4 With Deepest Sympathy Bernice East
To the George Family
You have my sincere condolences in the passing of your loved one, Janice. She truly was a joy and beautiful lady inside and out. May she rest in peace with the Lord whom she truly loved.
Condolences to the George family. God loved her best, he has taken his child home to rest. Janice was a very caring and giving person, family was very important to her. She will never be forgot because her kinder spirit lives on. We will all miss her physical presence, but will see one another home in heaven. Yes, she has gone too soon. Janice Rest In Peace you due diligence has been won, your work here has been done. Love you and will sorrowfully miss you. Your cousin Steve and Yvette Toles.
My sincere condolences to the George family May God you the strength and faith you need At this difficult time .
Prayers for the family.
My deepest heart felt condolences, my God give you comfort and peace at this time. Stacee Tippitt
My deepest heart felt condolences, I remember fondest times we would play and jump double douch coming up. To the George and Jones family may God bring comfort and peace in the time of absence of someone close to your heart. I'll be praying for you all Stacee Tippitt
Dear family, Karen, Chris, Jean, Ray, and Curtis, blessings to you in this challenging time. We love you and will truly miss her. Johnnie, Alberta, JarMal and little Gregory.
We share on the loss of your sister. She brought the joy of the Lord into our family and everyone she encountered while she was in California. She will forever remain in our hearts. Love Karen (Prather), Jerry Comer and family.
My deepest condolences and prayers are with the family of Janice. May God comfort you as you will her natural body but you are also rejoicing because she is safely in the arms of our Lord!! God Bless!
My deepest condolences to the George family. My prayers are with you, may God shine his light and give you comfort now and for the days to come.
My thoughts and prayers are with the George family.
Janice was a very sweet & friendly Classmate. Rest In Heaven My Friend..
Condolences to Ray, Chris and the George Family. Janice I will miss seeing you strolling the streets of Harrisburg. A beautiful soul is never forgotten. Rest in Heavenly Peace Janice. Carlette D. Queeley
Sending condolences to the family.Connie Link
My deepest condolences to the George and Hamn family. I will always remember Janice's lovely smile and kind heart. The last time I talked to Janice we were reminiscing about the good old days. Rest in paradise love Robin Britton
My deepest condolences to the George and hamn family. I will always remember Janice's lovey smile and kind heart. The last time I talked to Janice we were reminiscing about the good old days. Rest in Paradise, love Robin Britton.
My deepest condolences to the George and Hamn family. I'll always remember Janice's loving smile and kind heart. The last time I talked to Janice we were reminiscing about the good old days. (Robin Britton)
Janice was a blessing to me and she will be greatly missed. She gave me a better understanding of life and how to let God use me for his greater good. She helped me ask she took care of my grandmother Audrey Fuller. She set a standard for me to follow and give to my caregivers. I am going to miss you and truly appreciate your wisdom. Thank you so much Miss Janice. Barron Lamonte Earle.
My sincere condolences to the Family of my dear project & high school friend Janice George. What a wonderful & dear friend I have so many great memories that I will hang onto forever! The last time I saw you was at my church Greater Zion Missionary Baptist Church I was singing in the choir and I could see you from the choir stand that beaming glow on your face with that beautiful warm smile which you wore so well. I can still here you say "Hey Betty Boop" We hugged and said I love you. Rest on Heaven my dear friend & Sister in Christ God is saying well done my good & faithful servant and that is who you were to all of us, A servant,faithful, A friend love you RIHP. Your Dear Friend Betty White-Joyner.
My condolences and prayers go out to the entire family. Although it's been many years since we've shared time together, it still feels like yesterday that we enjoyed those times...especially at the family reunions. Your beautiful smile, personality and positive outlook on life will never be forgotten. May heaven smile upon you!
Keith Hamn
To the George Family we send our deepest condolences and prayers.But to know that Janice was one of God's truest soldiers in God's vineyards brings us comfort to know that Janice has gone on from her labor to reward her assignment on this Earth is completed if there's anything that we can do for you to help this transition smoother please feel free to contact us the zarker street community chairperson Ron Johnson.
Respectfully Summited send from Renée Burston sorry did place my name..
My Deepest Sincere 💔 Condolences to Janice's Family. She left footprints literally of love and kindness wherever she went 💗 Janice loved to walk like my Mother never accepting a ride if you stopped ask her she would kindly decline through rain or very hot/ cold day she spread love ❤ on her journey throughout the neighborhoods with her big beautiful smile encouraging words.Rest In Heaven Submitted by Debra Wanda Marie James Family
May God grant you the serenity to get through this time of bereavement,In the storms of life we can see the character of our God..Difficult moments seek God..Quite moments worship God..Painful moments trust God..Every moment thank God...I shall cherish the sistership and talkes we shared,Janice will truly be missed..Sincere Condolences to the entire Family Respectfully Summited..
Sincere condolences to the entire family. Janice was beautiful inside and out. Rest in Paradise. Mikki and the Watts Family.
Sincere condolences to the entire family. Beverly Bowman Thomas
May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. Temple & Anne Jackson
George Family,
While your dear loved one is experiencing Joy's we can't imagine, we're praying for you that the Lord will bring you warm memories and will comfort and strengthen you as only He can.
With Heartfelt Sympathy!
Rest in Peace my beautiful Soro
Virginia A. (Lemons) Carter & Family -- Tampa FL
George Family,
Your loved one fought the good fight and kept the Faith. We'll treasure the precious memories we share. Praying our Heavenly Father will embrace you in His arms and provide strength and comfort to you during this difficult time.
With Heartfelt Sympathy Harrisburg High Class of 1979
Janice was a light in a dark world. Her life often misunderstood by many but a real comfort and inspiration to many others. Always a smile and a kind word as she went about her Father's business. She will be missed, but is at rest. Janice you are missed.
Rest in Heavenly peace Janice, I will forever treasure the wonderful memories of you from our days at Downey School, Edison,all the way through graduation from Harrisburg High School class of 1979. And oh the good memories of walking to and from Edison Jr. High from the projects. To the entire George and Hamm family I send my sincere condolences. Weeping May Endure for a Night but Joy Comes in the Morning. Stephanie Williams, Classmate Harrisburg High School, Class of 1979, Austell,Georgia🙏🏿💗
To the George Family and to all others whose lives Jance illuminated--
the Cooley family offers its condolences to you in this season of loss. We recall with awe Janice's drive and determination, and we celebrated her business successes with her mother and with the family over the course of the years, forming an even closer bond with her as she enrolled in and attended A & T, where my father was once an instructor (and where Anjie, my sister, also attended and graduated from.) In all the time we her her, Janice never failed to give God credit for her successes. We thank God for her life and memory and pray for your consolation, hoping that your will take refuge from your sorrow in the arms of our Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. Yours in Christ's Love, The Cooley Family.
Rest in peace Janice. I can fondly remember at a family reunion you instilled aspirations in me to go to college and further my education. I did. You planted the seed and I grew tremendously. Thank you, Frederick Hamn
My condolences and prayers for the passing of your loved one. Yes she was certainly on a mission beautifying the streets of Harrisburg. She had the gift and shared it with many neighborhoods. Now you can rest well.Job well done God's Faithful Servant. Submitted Crystal Newkirk & Woodward family
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