Janice M. Roth Deak, 76, passed away peacefully Monday morning, September 18, 2023, at her son’s home with her family by her side. Janice was born November 30, 1946, in New Castle, Pennsylvania, a daughter of the late Edward and Betty Bish Dougherty.
A graduate of Laurel High School, Janice came to the Youngstown area in 1970 and was a Deputy Clerk for Mahoning County Courts for 30 years retiring in 2009. Janice was a member of St. Joseph Church in Austintown.
Janice truly enjoyed attending her grandchildren’s activities and spending time with her family, especially her first husband, the love of her life, Joseph Roth III.
Janice will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. To cherish her memory, Janice leaves her two sons, Scott (Andrea) Roth of Boardman and Mark (Anna Marie) Roth of Canfield; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; a sister, Cathy (David) Hogue of New Castle; two brothers, Ed Dougherty and Bill Dougherty both of New Castle and many extended family members.
Her first husband, Joseph Roth III, her second husband, Paul Deak and a sister, Carol Lloyd preceded Janice in death.
Family and friends are welcome to attend a graveside service that will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 22, 2023, at St. Joseph Cemetery, 2305 Wilmington Rd., New Castle. Fr. Aaron Kriss of Holy Spirit Parish officiated at the graveside service. Arrangements have been entrusted to Kinnick Funeral Home in Youngstown.
Eternal rest grant unto Janice, O Lord. Let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.