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Janice Elizabeth Roman Clack of Helena, MT died of natural causes December 19, 2021, surrounded by family.
Jan was born on March 16th, 1942, in Hartford, Connecticut to Stanley and Helen Roman. She was their first child, and brother John and sister Susan followed shortly after. Jan was a bright student in her teen years, serving as president of the Latin club and a talented swimmer on the swim team, among many other accomplishments.
Later, Jan attended William Smith College, sister school of Hobart College in Geneva, NY. She was an English major and her college career was rewarded by election to president of her senior class and installation as a member of Hai Timiai, the Senior Honor Society of that college. Her husband Ted was blessed to have met her there when he was attending Hobart College. They were married on December 30, 1963, in East Aurora, New York. Jan and Ted migrated to Montana to attend graduate school at the University of Montana and start a family. She had never been West of Pittsburg, PA, before arriving there, but quickly adapted. Her professional career entailed U of M library work in Missoula, and later in Helena for the Montana Superintendent of Public Instruction. Later, she worked for the Montana Department of Commerce, where she finished her career as the Bureau Chief for the Census and Economic Information Center.
Jan greatly enjoyed Montana’s many resources, including the open honesty common to friendships in Montana. She also enjoyed camping, canoeing and walking with Ted and her sons until arthritis curtailed those activities. But her boundless love and pride in her family was her greatest pleasure, and it was happily reciprocated.
Jan was an incredibly beautiful woman, inside and out. She was warm, loving, considerate, understanding, calm, giving, supportive, creative, bright, extremely strong and so very funny. Her granddaughters called her Grandma Angel from their earliest days and it was true in every sense of the word. “Mom” was always there for her sons and her husband. Her friends beyond her immediate family saw the same traits in her character and demeanor.
Jan was preceded in death by her parents Helen and Stanley Roman and her brother John Roman. She is survived by her husband Ted, sons Theodore (Susan) Clack, Benjamin (Leslie) Clack, and Jonathan (Theresa) Clack, beloved grandchildren Sarah and Megan and Christian Clack, as well as her dear sister Susan Roman. She is greatly missed by all.
In lieu of cards or flowers, please consider a donation to your favorite charity in her name.
Del & Bonnie Hoge says
We so enjoyed sharing her life in the Hoge family. She will be greatly missed at all of the Holidays. Her strength was an outstanding tribute to her family , as to true accomplishment of love and endurance. She always made us love and laugh. Miss Jan had a kind, witty spirit and we looked forward to seeing her each and every dinner. For all of us left behind who call JESUS LORD , she has no pain and is waiting for us.
Judith Curtiss says
Sorry for your loss. I got to know Jan when we worked at the Department of Commerce. She was beautiful person, kind and. considerate. She was funny and usually had an answer for my questions. She will be missed. Judy Curtiss
Kathy McGowan says
I always so enjoyed visiting with Jan. I’m sorry.
Fran says
Jan always had a very quiet presence. She shared many family stories with a focus on her beloved grandchildren. Lunch with Jan was thoughtful snd sweet.
Sending His comfort to you all in her absence.
Fran V.
Dave and Karen Lewis says
A wonderful lady. Sorry for your loss.
Karen Bryson says
Dear Ted and family,
Sincere condolences in the death of Jan. Keeping you in my prayers.
Karen Bryson
Haralson says
Dear Ted and family,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Jan. Our deepest sympathies to you and all of your family.
Love,
Rocky and Laura
Ted Clack says
Our deep and profound thanks for all of your very kind comments! Ted Clack, sons and grandchildren
Pam Harris says
Ted and the entire Clack family,
I was very sorry to hear of Jan’s passing. I spent 20+ years working with her at the Dept. of Commerce. I really enjoyed her company and she was a great mentor to me over the decades. My deepest sympathies to you all.
Linda Priest says
I was saddened to learn of Jan’s passing. I always enjoyed her and her wonderful wit. Sincere sympathies to you, Ted.
Jim and Betsy Phillips says
John and family
Jim and I are so sorry for your loss While we didn’t really know your mom you and your brothers were always friends of Debbie and Stevi our daughter and fixtures in our home. They also asked me to convey their sympathies to you. Our thoughts and Prayers are with all of you.
Ron Burris says
Ted; Ran across the notice of Jan’s death by chance and wanted to send our condolences. A lovely person. Brings back memories of the Boulder days and how time has passed. Our best wishes to you and your family always. Ron Burris Big Lake Alaska
Tim O'Leary says
To former classmates Ted and Ben and family. Sorry to hear about your loss. Hang in there.
Tim O’Leary
Ginny Winters says
Doctor Ben and the Clack family,, I pray your mom is resting in God’s arms, looking down and smiling at her loving family. God’ speed Mrs. Clack.
Ginny Winters, former employee of Ben Clack.
Sarah Clack says
Love you always, Grandma. At a loss for words.
Susan Milmore says
Very sad to learn of Jan’s passing. I’m really sorry I never got to meet her when I met you in Auburn. She sounds so wonderful, Ted. Peace to you and your family.
Your cousin, Susan