Janice E. Brown-Nock

DELMAR, NY - Janice E. Brown-Nock, 66, passed away suddenly on April 20, 2020 due to natural causes. She was born in Albany, New York on June 21, 1953 to the late Ralph Wilbur Brown and Thelma Francis (Kleckner) Brown. She grew up in Albany before becoming a longtime resident of Delmar.

Janice was predeceased by her loving husband and high school sweetheart, John Charles Nock. They had met as teenagers while attending Camp Fowler in upstate NY. They were married on May 13, 1977.

As one of four children, Janice was predeceased by two brothers, Stephen Ralph Brown and Ronald Arthur Brown, and she is survived by her youngest brother, Skip W. Brown (Kathleen) of Monroe, NC.

Janice was the proud mother to her only daughter, Tanya-Camille Stewart (Robert) of Albany, NY. She was a devoted grandmother to her two favorite grandchildren, Colby M. Stewart and Caitlyn M. Stewart, whom she loved more than life itself.

Janice is also survived by several Aunts, Uncles, Nieces, Nephews, and many Cousins, as well as numerous beloved friends throughout the country.

Janice attended Albany High School before transferring to Northridge High School in Middlebury, IN during her senior year. She graduated in 1971 and went on to earn an associate degree from Russell Sage College. She held several positions during her lengthy career: she was the co-owner and CEO of Bethlehem Fence Co. as well as Town & Country Miniatures in Delmar, NY; she enjoyed working in the dark room, processing photographs for The Spotlight Newspaper at their Delmar location; she worked for the NY State Assembly for many years; and Janice's final position was with the Albany City School District, where she worked for over 20 years as an Administrative Assistant until her early retirement in 2012. She thoroughly loved her job and spoke very highly of her co-workers, many of whom became good friends.

Janice became a big fan of baseball during the time her father was a Little League coach in Albany, NY. She grew up being an avid fan of the Yankees and thoroughly enjoyed watching their ball games. Janice was thrilled when her life-long friends, Susan and James McGarry, brought her to see a live game at Yankee Stadium for her 60th birthday. She always had the biggest smile when she spoke of how they surprised her with a "Happy 60th Birthday Janice!" Jumbo Tron wish during this once in a lifetime experience. It truly made her feel special.

Janice had volunteered with the Girl Scouts of America where she and her husband were co-leaders of Troop #540. She delighted in the joy of others by leading many events and activities during this time. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), and she once held office as president with the Eastern Star in Albany, NY.

Janice was an incredibly giving and thoughtful person; she always made sure everyone had whatever they needed. She appreciated many of the simple pleasures in life: reminiscing of old-time stories, listening to music, playing board games, making homemade soups, jams, and baked goods, watching Yankees baseball, and she absolutely loved to spoil her grandchildren. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Acknowledgment:

The family wishes to express their sincere appreciation for the sympathy, comforting words, prayers, and all expressions of kindness and concern.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please make your donations to the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society in her honor.

Private ceremonies will be planned for later in the year.