Janice Cook, 74, passed away early Sunday morning, January 22, 2023 with loved ones by her side.

Janice was born May 11, 1948 in Walnut Ridge, Arkansas to her parents, Homer Sharp and Thursday Sharp Marshall. She married her sweetheart, Larry Cook, on February 27th, 1965. The two were married for 57 years and 11 months. She was a devoted wife, mom, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Janice retired as owner of Rainwater Jewelry.

Janice is survived by her husband, Larry Cook, her children, Shawn (Amy) Cook, Shane (Misty) Cook; four grandchildren, Hannah (Derrell) Hart, Gunner (Hannah) Cook, Colton Cook, and Grady Cook; her three sisters Lorazell Tate, Bonnie (Dean) Byers, and Connie Gipson; and many nieces and nephews.

Janice is preceded in death by her parents, two infant sons, Robert Dean and Larry Steven, her sister Ovita Scott, and her brother Russell Sharp.

Janice will especially be remembered for her passionate personality, and the way she loved others so deeply. She had a huge heart for people; from being a caregiver for many years, to being a helping hand to anyone in need. She never missed an opportunity to let people know how much they meant to her.

On Saturday, January 28, 2023 there will be a visitation at 10am, and a memorial service to follow at 11am, at United Free Will Baptist Church: 624 Pocahontas Road Walnut Ridge, AR 72476. Glenn Smith will officiate.

In leu of flowers, donations can be made to The Children's Shelter in Walnut Ridge.