Janice (Jan) Anne Krantz, 79, went to her eternal home on Tuesday, April 25, 2023. Born July 14, 1943, in Bay City, Michigan, presently resided in Ocala, Florida with her husband Ken. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and follower of Jesus Christ, her Savior.

Janice is survived by her husband Kenneth (Ken) R. Krantz, who were married for 61 loving years. Jan and Ken first met when they were both 14 years old on a blind date.

She is also survived by 3 loving children, Kenneth L. Krantz (Lori), Orange Park, FL, Amy Krantz-Bulger, Nashville, TN., and Heidi Krantz-Zafar (Saleem), Fernandina Beach, FL. Jan had 9 grandchildren but was preceded in death by two of her grandsons Luke Bulger and Corey Leduc. She is survived by grandchildren Kendra Massicotte (Phil), Kenny Krantz (Amanda), Kaleb Krantz (Xenia), Nicole Stagner (Corey), Matthew Bulger, Mark Bulger, and Jacob Hatt. She is also survived by 7 great-grandchildren, Philip Massicotte, Cecilia Krantz, Sophia Krantz, Kaedmon Krantz, Leo Massicotte, Nathaniel Massicotte, and Adelyn Massicotte. Jan loved her family so very much and was a mighty prayer warrior praying daily for her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Janice was involved with many Christian organizations throughout her life holding many positions. She was a member of First Baptist Church downtown Jacksonville, Fl. Her greatest gift in life was the Gift of Hospitality. Jan enjoyed hosting Sunday School Class Functions and Bible Studies in their home after becoming a reborn Christian at the age of 33 years. Janice worked with Ken at his construction company and other businesses. In 1999 Ken along with Janice founded The Barakel Foundation, Inc. with a 501(c)(3) designation which involved Aviation, Construction and Medical. Janice on several occasions traveled internationally with Ken for both business and missionary work and would share the gospel or plant a seed with everyone she met.

At the age of 57, Janice graduated college Magna Cum Laude with honors from St. Johns River State College majoring in International Business and Business Law. Janice also took the time to mentor and teach handicapped students with different disabilities and loved doing it. She said, "I loved all my student kids."

Jan was so loved by her family and friends and will be greatly missed but we will see her again soon!