With humble acceptance of God’s will, we announce the passing of Janice Kay Fortune from Covid complications.
Janice was born on May 6, 1957, in Quinn, South Dakota. At the time of her death on March 31, 2024, she resided in Vale, South Dakota.
Janice graduated from Custer County District High School in 1975 and attended Miles Community College where she received her registered nursing degree.
She started her career at Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City, Montana, as a surgical nurse, continued at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, Washington, and finished her career at Billings Clinic in Billings, Montana.
After retiring, Janie lived on a small farm doing all the things she loved to do. She loved quilting, gardening, watching old movies, having her chickens, kitties, horses, and getting up really, really early in the morning.
Janie had a dazzling smile, a sharp wit, a generous soul, and a devotion to her Lord and Savior. She will be deeply missed.
She was the beloved daughter of Vern and Wildene Fortune, sister of Susan Wells, Kathy Baugatz, Stacy Fortune, and Darcy Boggs, a niece, an aunt, and a cousin to many.
She was preceded in death by her mother, Wildene, her sisters, Shelly and Denise, and her brother Todd.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. at The Parlor, 1806 Main St., Miles City, Montana.
Should you desire, memorials can be made in Janice name to “A Place for Meow”, in Sturgis, South Dakota, 2721 Johnson Ranch Rd, Rapid City, SD. 57703.
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Saturday May 4, 2024
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Celebration of Life
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Saturday May 4, 2024
The Parlor
1806 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Beth Ann Wiedeman says
My thoughts and prayers are with thevFortune family
Melodie Bertsch says
I’m so sorry for your loss, Janice will be missed. Hugs and prayers Fortune family. 🙏 ❤️🙏
Patty Washington says
OH, so sorry to hear about Janice. Love and peace to the Fortune family. I adored Janice.
Cindy and Dale Berg says
Dear Fortune Family,
So very sorry for the loss of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Marcy Stabler Parks says
I am so sorry! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Donna Leitholt-Taylor says
I am sorry for your loss.you are in my thoughts and prayers
Maureen Larson says
Dear Fortune Family,
So very sorry for the loss of your sister. My prayers go out to each of you.
Monty Lesh says
So sorry to hear that Janice has passed. You are in our prayers.
Wayne and Melissa Rolf says
So surprised to hear about Janice we always shared Christmas cards and birthday cards. Well I know where she is, with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ the Lord!
Marilyn Mader says
Dear Susie, sisters and family. I’m sorry to hear of your loss. Lord comfort hearts and draw them close as they go through this time of grieving. Bless them with fun memories and comfort that only you can give.
Mary Alice Mangen says
Oh girls I am so sorry to here of Janie passing. I always said you were my Montana sisters. Prayers hugs and kisses to all of you. You are a special people.Love you all.
Susanne Galbraith says
Dear Susie and all the Fortune Family, I’m so very sorry for your loss. Sending prayers your way.
Deb Jerrel says
So sad to see this, I’m very sorry for your loss.💔
Danette Olguin says
Susie and family, I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.
Wayne and Shelley Perkins says
Dear Susie and family, So sorry to hear of this. Brings back a lot of memories from the Tongue River. May the comfort of Our Lord be with you.
Deb Bartholomew and Family says
Susie, Darcy, Stacey, and families
I am so sorry for the loss of your Beautiful Sister, Janice. She was truly an amazing Lady with a beautiful smile and had a heart of gold. God has gained an amazing Beautiful Lady. Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. Janice will always be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. Treasure and Cherish all your memories as they will help thru difficult days and times ahead. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!!
Anita Scheeler says
I am so sorry to hear of her passing. I have the most wonderful memories of her. She was such a smart and caring person. Prayers for you all. Melissa is right, she is in heaven.🙏
Vanna Byrd says
My most sincere condolences to the Fortune family. Hold your memories close!
Eileen Nessan says
So sorry to see this. Janice was such a kind person, she will be missed by many. Thoughts and prayers to all the Fortunes . Eileen Nessan
Jim and Cathy Bastian says
We are so sorry! Susi and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Hang on to the memories of your get togethers and growing up as sisters. No one can replace those!
Jennifer Lesh says
The fortune family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Lillian Ostendorf says
Sorry to here of her passing. Our condolences to all her family.
Curt and Kate Terrett says
So sorry four loss.
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D'Ann Witcher says
Suzy and family, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Prayers for comfort and sweet memories for all of you
Sandy Rabe says
I am so sorry to hear of Janice’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you all. May God bless you with comfort in your memories.
Bill and Rita Hanley says
Darcy, Stacey and families, to all the Fortune family. Thoughts and prayers to you in the loss of your sister. Hold your memories close.
Kimberly Wilson says
Fortune Family, Stacy & Darcy, I am so sorry & saddened to hear this. May your memories keep your heart full. I am always herre for you.
Love you, Kimberly
Linda, Mike says
Susie and family, we are so so sorry to hear of your loss. Such heartbreak for you all. May God soon heal your broken broken hearts. Love, Mike and Linda Niedge family.
Melinda Tangen says
Dear Susie, I’m sorry to hear about your sister passing away. My prayers are with you and your family.
Mary vetch says
I’m so sorry for your loss Susan . She was a great person
Renae Meade says
I am so sorry for your loss.
Cheryl Lesh-Clark says
So many fond memories of attending Garland Country School with Janice…such a smart, beautiful woman!
Randy stanhope says
So sorry to hear about Janice heaven gained a angel you all are in my prayers🙏
Jolene and Cody taylor says
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. So so sorry
Linda and Darryl says
To all the beautiful Fortune girls and families. We are so sad to see Janice-has passed away. Deepest condolences. Linda and Darryl
Kathy Culy says
This broke my heart ❤️
To the Fortune family my deepest condolences…
Tho I didn’t know Janice well she always had a smile
May she rest in peace
Chris says
I just saw this. I am so sorry this has happened. Prayers go out to the entire family. RIP. I so enjoyed he in
the short time I knew her.
Mary Ann Murray says
Suzi, Darcy and Stacy, I am so sorry to see Janice has passed. Memories are so precious. Cherish them and let them bring a smile to you.
Peggy & Brian Certain says
Another beautiful Fortune girls soul has gone to her heavenly maker. Had so much fun with this family back in the day. They all have beautiful hearts and lovely spirits! Our sympathy and God’ s peace.
Kim Root Justice says
Dear Fortune Family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how much it hurts to lose a sister. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. 🙏♥️🙏
Yvonne Wohlhueter says
Sweet Janie. My heart stopped when i heard she had passed away. Too soon.
Joan Smith says
To the Fortune family,
I am so very sorry to see of Janice’s passing.
I remember her from school as she was a classmate of mine. I did not know her well as I was a “city girl” ….But enjoy watching those “country kids” and all the fun they had!
God bless and hold you tight. ❤️
Joan Damm Smith
Laura Lee Ullrich says
Suzy and family, I am so very sorry for the loss of your dear sister. May God hold you all in his arms and shower you with his grace and love. May your beautiful memories and your unending faith carry you through these hard days and months. God’s peace be with you all.
Deb and Merlin Brown says
Susie, Kathy, Stacy and Darcy,
I have many fond memories of our younger days out on the Tongue River with Janice, riding horses, eating rutabagas out of your mom’s garden, playing in the river, brandings and so much more. I will always appreciate how good your family to mine. May many cherished memories help you through this sad time.
Lynn Rae Ziebarth says
I remember Janice in highschool so Sweet, so georgous. Always a smile. Just to young