Janice Rae (Golden) Douglas, 85, died on Monday, Sept. 21, 2026, at Azria Health Rose Vista in Woodbine. Janice was born on Sept. 7, 1941, along with her twin sister Janet, to William and Gladys (Overman) Golden in Woodbine. She was raised in Woodbine and attended Woodbine High School. After high school, Janice worked as a household cleaner and also did some babysitting. Janice married Larry Douglas on Aug. 28, 1960. The two were stationed in Missouri until Larry left to serve in Korea during the Vietnam conflict. The couple then made their home in Woodbine.
Janice enjoyed crocheting and knitting, making dozens of beautiful doilies and afghans. She also thoroughly enjoyed trying new recipes and spending time cooking and baking. Janice loved camping and fishing, playing cards, dancing, and most of all, attending family gatherings and making memories with those she loved.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Larry Douglas; four brothers, Vernon Golden, Dwight Golden, Ernie Golden, and Kenny Golden; three sisters, Jessie Smith, Louise Jensen, and Lucille Mathison. She is survived by her sister Janet (Golden) Letson of Missouri Valley; sister-in-law, Karen Rickers and her husband Doug of Omaha, Neb.; her beloved Birman cat Dolly; and many other nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.
A graveside service was held for Janice on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026, at the Woodbine Cemetery. Janet’s nieces, Lyn Moores and Sue Benedickt, officiated the service. The recorded musical selections included “In The Garden” by Joey + Rory and “Harvest Moon” by Neil Young.
Services entrusted to Fouts Funeral Home. www.foutsfuneralhome.com
