Janice Prins, age 71, died Tuesday, Sept. 11, after a long battle with Parkinson’s Disease.

Janice was a wonderful mother and grandmother who raised her family with love. She always put others before herself and had a selfless servant’s heart. She had an overwhelming dedication to her faith and her family.

She is survived by her husband of 50 years, David Prins; children, Scott (Jessica) Prins, Lori Prins, Tadd (Rebecca) Prins, Daryl (Elizabeth) Prins; grandchildren, Courtney, Kaylee, Justice, Savannah, Austin, Alex; siblings, Joyce (James) Montgomery, Jerry (Barb) DeYoung and many nieces, nephews and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jacob and Nellie DeYoung.

Visitation will be held from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, at Kubiak-Cook Funeral Home, Dorr Chapel, 4330 18th St. The funeral will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 15, with visitation from 9:30 to 10 a.m. prior to the service.

In honor of Janice and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan, Dorr Food Pantry or the American Parkinson’s Disease Association.