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Jan Denise Houston

Posted By Marlan Gary On July 25, 2020 @ 10:10 am In Obituaries | 14 Comments

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Jan Denise Houston, affectionately known by her immediately family as “Nise”, was born on March 24, 1954, in Columbus, Ohio. She grew up on the north side of Columbus and attended Linmoor Jr. High and Linden McKinley High Schools.

After high school, Nise worked in the customer relations field until she began a career with the State of Ohio, retiring from the Department of Job and Family Services in 2016 with more than 28 years of service. Nise demonstrated her love and affection while spending time with her family and friends. She enjoyed watching television (especially westerns and old movies), and she enjoyed going to the beach. She also loved traveling to Cincinnati with her sisters to spend the holidays with her sons and grandchildren.

Nise passed away on Thursday, July 23, 2020 at her residence, surrounded by her family. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior before she passed. Nise is preceded in death by her parents and grandparents, and she leaves to celebrate her life and cherish her memory, her sons, Donald and Dwayne (Natalie) Houston; sisters, Debbie, Cynthia and Jeretta Fain, Lisa Bynum, and Tammy (Andy) McKnight; aunts, Mary E. Waldon and Barbara L. Wilson; 18 grandchildren; 29 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Private Service Visitation 1:00 PM and Funeral Service 2:00 PM Tuesday, August 4, 2020 at COP East, 5456 E. Livingston Ave.

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Condolences for the family of “Jan Denise Houston”

Condolence from Kelly Davis on July 27th, 2020 12:33 pm

To the family of Denise. Our love and condolences go out to you. You are in our prayers
and may God lessen your heart ache. She was a very beautiful person and our family
loved her dearly. Lonnie, JC, Yvonne, Yvette, Kelly
The Carmon and Davis Families

Condolence from Raymond & Shirley Norman on July 27th, 2020 10:44 pm

Our deepest condolences to the family of Denise Houston. Praying God brings comfort and peace to the family during this their time of grief. May her memory be a blessing to all that knew and loved her.

Condolence from Yvonne Robertson on July 28th, 2020 8:03 am

Lisa and family, it was a shock to hear that Jan had passed away. Jan was one of a kind worked with her at ODJFS, definitely left some memories. My prayer for the family is to rely on one another during this difficult time. Pray together for peace and strength and to remember the sweet memories you all have shared over the years. Even in your own grief lift each other up as you lay your loved one to rest. Lord cover this family with your Grace and Mercy, bless them as only you can. God Bless

Condolence from Charmel Burton Carter on July 28th, 2020 12:51 pm

Family.So sorry to hear about Jan.You all have my deepest condolences.Rest easy Jan.

Condolence from TeresaRankin-Burney on July 28th, 2020 2:24 pm

Condolences to the family of Jan Houston my prayers are with you and God bless you all

Condolence from Cindy Fain on July 29th, 2020 11:23 am

Thank you all for your sincere
condolences,Yes, my sister was one of a
Kind,she had the biggest heart even
though she didn’t want
many to know that,
NOW you do,Yes
she will be missed.RIP
Nise,always in my
heart.

Condolence from Ms. Gonnie Goins on July 29th, 2020 12:20 pm

Sending deepest condolences, prayers, and sympathy to Jan’s family. May God comfort you during this difficult time. Sincerely

Condolence from Booker Jordan Jr. on July 30th, 2020 12:51 am

Aunt Nisey –
I received the birthday card you sent to me on the same day you left our physical world. It was a bittersweet moment that I will cherish until we meet again. I love you.

Mom, Aunties, and Cousins –
I can not express the sadness I have for you all during this time. Aunt Nisey was a firecracker and the life of the party; even when there wasn’t supposed to be a party. She always seemed to have a smile on her face. I will cherish all the memories of her and us. I take comfort in knowing she is in a better place. I love you all!

Condolence from Amelia Fain on August 4th, 2020 3:30 am

Love you too

Condolence from Andrea Lentz on August 3rd, 2020 12:52 pm

Sincere condolences to all Jan’s family! I knew her as a happy and sharing member of our ODJFS crew who was always eager to help with whatever needed to be accomplished. Her laughter and joy were infectious!
RIP, Jan. You will be missed.

Condolence from Cynthia Fain on August 3rd, 2020 3:26 pm

Thank you all for the kind condol
eneces,Jan/ NISE would be so
grateful, I am so grateful
and honored to have
had the years,minutes,
and final moments
with her.Laughing
most of the time.
We will All miss you
Always in my heart. Amen

Condolence from JoVone Houpe on August 3rd, 2020 11:58 pm

Aunt Nisey! I can see your smile and hear your laugh RIGHT NOW! You know we stayed laughing even when it was inappropriate! The last time I saw you we randomly ran into each other at the gas station, and you were so upset about your garage “falling” down on the hood of your car…we were even laughing about that…U also told me about Rabbit passing away…we cried and also laughed about the good times. I can see you right now talking about, “Oh JoVone, honey you so sweet!” Lol. You always told me that, and I knew you meant it. Each and every single time we were around each other we would do nothing but LAUGH! I will miss you, your smile, and your overall uplifting spirit! May you Rest In Peace Gorgeous… I love you!…Oh yea, in memory of you: Tomorrow, I will find a way to dig deep down and LAUGH, like We ALWAYS do when we’re together! ❤️

Condolence from Amelia Fain on August 4th, 2020 3:29 am

You will be missed Aunt Nisey, Isaac and I love you and your always in our hearts. My deepest condolences to your sons, grandchildren and sisters my God be you alls strength through this difficult time.

Condolence from QUINTIN Moore on August 4th, 2020 11:56 am

My deepest condolences to the family my beautiful aunt nise may you rest in peace I will always miss you love forever your nephew QUINTIN

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