Janice Mae Cradick was born July 15, 1937, in Seward, to Otto and Evelyn (Morris) Wullenwaber and passed away Nov. 4, 2026, in Seward, at the age of 89 years, 4 months and 20 days.
Janice attended grade school at District 54 and Sleepy Hollow Country School. She later attended Utica High School, graduating with the Class of 1954. On March 4, 1956, Janice was united in marriage to Ivan Cradick at the Presbyterian Church in Utica. Together, they shared nearly 70 wonderful years of marriage and were blessed with three children.
Family was always at the heart of Janice's life. She treasured the time spent with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, creating many special memories throughout the years. In her spare time, Janice enjoyed working crossword puzzles and cheering on her beloved Nebraska Huskers.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Evelyn Wullenwaber; three brothers, Leland, Norman and Roger Wullenwaber; sister, Connie Horn; and great-grandchild, Kaden.
Those left to cherish her memory include her loving husband, Ivan Cradick, Utica; three children, Cheryl Peterson, Seward, Brenda and husband, Kevin Sullivan, Utica, and Scott and wife, Vanessa Cradick, Phoenix, Arizona; eight grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and brother, Gary Wullenwaber.
Although Janice will be dearly missed, the love she shared and the memories she created will forever hold a special place in the hearts of her family and friends.
Anyone wishing to visit with the family is invited to Ivan's home on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 1 – 4 p.m.
Arrangements by Zabka-Perdue Funeral Home.
