Janice Squire Erskine, age 86

Janice Squire Erskine, age 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, November 13, 2025.

Janice was born October 31, 1939 in Manchester, New Hampshire to the late Maynard Squire and Dorothy Cate Squire. She was a licensed Cosmetologist/Beautician for many years having owned and operated the Salon 77 in NH. Janice was a past member of Crestview Baptist Church and was presently a member at Grace Chapel of Forest City. She was an accomplished pianist and enjoyed playing sacred music at church and in her home.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, David John Erskine, Sr; a son-in-law, George Allen and brothers, David and Donald Squire.

Those left to honor her memory include daughters, Robin Fazzari (Carmine) of Ellenboro and Dorothy "Dotty" Allen of Rutherfordton; son, David John Erskine, Jr. of Forest City; sister, Judy Elwell (John) of Rochester, NH; grandchildren, Steffan Fazzari (Alexandra), Lucas Fazzari and Arianna Bare (Sebastian); and a great granddaughter, Georgia Arianna Bare.

The funeral was held November 18 at Grace Chapel with Rev. Paul McGinnis and Rev. Ricky Poteat officiating.

Memorial donations requested to Grace Chapel, 178 Cornwell St., Forest City, NC 28043 or to BBN Radio, PO Box 7300, Charlotte, NC 28241.

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Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.