Janice Avant Obituary
The memory of Janice Avant of Jefferson City, Missouri, who passed away on August 26, 2025 at the age of 78, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Janice Avant to pay them a last tribute.
Though Janice has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Hayes and Dora Lee Hayes (Harvey); and the father of her children Bobbie Smith. She is survived by: her children, Cheri Smith, Bobbi Smith, Charles Smith, Jules Smith (Jeanne Luadzers), Tiffany Smith (Timothy Monroe) and Misti Richmond (William); her sister-in-law Cheryl Avant; and her friend Karen Prince. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren, nine grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Central Missouri Food Bank (https://sharefoodbringhope.org) 2101 Vandiver Dr., Columbia, MO 65202.
