Janice Ann (Foltz) Silva
12/04/1963 – 06/17/2026
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Janice Ann (Foltz) Silva, who passed away peacefully on June 17, 2026, after a courageous multi-year battle with cancer.
Janice was born on December 4, 1963, to Harry J. Foltz and Mae Marie McIntyre Foltz. She was preceded in death by her parents and her stepbrother, Scott Holmes.
She is survived by her devoted partner and best friend of 19 years, Charles “Chuck” Hill of Thornonassa her brother, James Foltz of Salem, Missouri, her sister, Josephine “Jo” Redman of Bradenton, Florida; her stepsister, Jamie DeAngelis Doe and husband John Doe of St. Petersburg, Florida; her nieces Susan, Skye, Christina, and Shannon; and her fur baby cats Vinny and “Spooge” and many dear friends.
A 1982 graduate of Gorham High School, Janice was known for her fierce independence, strong work ethic, and remarkable mechanical ability. Throughout her life, she worked in roles that reflected her passions, including work with horses and horse farms, vehicle restoration, detailing, and mechanical repair. She was never afraid of hard work and took pride in doing things herself.
One of Janice’s earliest treasures was a green Ford Gran Torino that she personally worked on, souped up, and polished to perfection. She proudly prepared it for the annual Bonny Eagle Show, Shine & Drag event, where her mechanical talents and attention to detail were on full display. Whether under the hood of a car, behind the wheel of a truck, riding her ATV, or tackling a project, Janice loved horsepower in all its forms.
Janice and her older brother, Jim shared a bond built on mutual respect, trust, and family ties that endured despite the distance between them. Jim admired Janice’s remarkable mechanical abilities and often sought each other’s advice, valuing each others perspective. She was not only his sister but also a trusted confidante their affection and respect for one another never wavered.
Her love of horses was equally strong. She spent countless hours riding, caring for horses, and working around them. She proudly cared for her own horse and worked at Horse Feathers Farm. Being thrown from a horse never kept her down for long; she always climbed back into the saddle, a reflection of the determination and resilience that defined her life.
Animals held a special place in Janice’s heart, especially horses, kittens, and animals in need. She was a supporter of animal rescue efforts and believed deeply in caring for those who could not care for themselves.
Among the greatest blessings of Janice’s life was the nearly two decades she shared with Chuck. Together they built a private life filled with camping adventures, horseback riding, 4 – Wheeling River Ranch weekends, campfires, laughter, and countless memories. Chuck remained a constant source of companionship, friendship, and love throughout her life.
Among the most important relationships in her life was the bond she shared with her younger sister, Josephine “Jo” Redman. They enjoyed good times together, including jet skiing around Key West snorkeling, fishing and playing pool.Janice was quite a pool shark and could keep up with the best of them. Through life’s celebrations and hardships, they stood beside one another with a love that was unwavering and enduring.
Janice also shared a special friendship with her stepsister, Jamie DeAngelis Doe. Their friendship began while living at home and sharing a bedroom during their teenage years. Despite their different personalities, they became wonderful roommates and lifelong friends. Though life and distance separated them for a time, they reconnected later in life and spent the past decade rebuilding a treasured relationship filled with visits, stories, laughter, and love. Janice often joked that Jamie was the talkative planner and question-asker, while Janice preferred a simpler and more direct approach to life.
She also shared a unique friendship with her brother-in-law, John Doe. Their relationship was filled with playful teasing, cornhole competitions, and good-natured banter. Their matching “resting bitch faces” became a running family joke for those who knew them.
Janice treasured her friendship with neighbors Beth and Harlow Brokaw, who became an important part of her extended family over the years. Together they shared bonfires, laughter, drinks, celebrations, stories, and the kind of everyday moments that become treasured memories. Through good times and difficult ones alike, their friendship provided companionship, support, and countless reasons to smile. Beth and Janice spent time shopping at Beall’s, flea markets and many hours on the porch chatting about life.
Janice was also blessed with a close-knit circle of girlfriends and friends who stood beside one another through life’s adventures and challenges. Their friendship brought laughter, encouragement, and memories that will be cherished for years to come.
Though cancer ultimately claimed her body, it never diminished her spirit. Janice remained strong-willed, fiercely independent, loyal, funny, and resilient until the very end.
She will be remembered for her strength, her sharp wit, her love of horses and animals, her mechanical talents, her loyalty to those she loved, and her ability to get back up whenever life knocked her down.
Consider memorial donations in Janice’s memory to:
First Ladies Farm and Sanctuary
13028 Shadow Run Boulevard
Riverview, Florida 33569
Janice’s memory will live on in every campfire shared under the stars, every rescued animal given a second chance, every horse that runs free, and every life touched by her friendship, loyalty, and love.
She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.