Janice Kirkpatrick Steele, 68, of Sullivan, passed away Sunday, June 17, 2018 in her home. Born July 20, 1949 in Columbus, Ohio, she was the daughter of Durward and Treva (Bungard) Kirkpatrick.

Janice was an insurance agent for over 30 years most recently working for Wells Agency in Wellington. She was a former member of the Sullivan Christian Church, was a Sullivan Township Trustee for 8 years, a zoning inspector for 4 years, and with her love of animals and kids, she was a 4-H advisor for over 32 years. Janice enjoyed working outside in her flower beds but her greatest love was for her family and grandchildren and never missed one of their ballgames.

She is survived by her husband, Noah Hunter; a daughter, Shalon Steele of Sullivan; a son, Scott (Jessica) Steele of North Ridgeville, Ohio; three grandchildren, Shacoy Steele, Emeline Steele and Corwin Steele; two brothers, Charles Gross and Rusty Gross; a sister, Lori Church; and Amy Ott who was like an adopted daughter to her.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Friends may call from 4:00 - 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at the Ashland Home of Wappner Funeral Directors, 308 Claremont Avenue, Ashland. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, June 21, 2018 at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Sullivan Southview Cemetery.