Janice J. Chunn, a lifelong resident of the Tri-Cities, Washington, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at the Hospice House in Kennewick, Washington. She was surrounded by love. Janice and Malcom shared more than 55 wonderful years together, filled with love, patience, companionship, and unwavering support.

Born on July 22, 1945, and raised in Richland, Washington, Janice spent her entire life in the community she cherished. A proud graduate of Columbia High School, Class of 1963, she later earned a degree in Secretarial Science from Columbia Basin College.

Janice devoted 44 years of her professional life to the Hanford site, where she worked with dedication and excellence for General Electric Co, J.A. Jones Construction Co, Kaiser Engineers, Fluor, and Fluor Federal Services. She was respected for her professionalism, strong work ethic, and warm spirit.

Janice’s greatest joy was bringing family together. She loved hosting dinners and making holidays like Christmas, Thanksgiving, and the Fourth of July especially memorable. Her Fourth of July celebrations were legendary. She was a wonderful cook and was always on the lookout for new recipes to try. Janice had a special gift for making everyone feel welcome, and her home was always a place of comfort, laughter, and love. Janice was a devoted supporter of her children and grandchildren, faithfully attending graduations, plays, recitals, concerts, and sporting events. She could often be found raking baseball infields, running concession stands, and cheering from the sidelines. She was instrumental in the success of Richland American Little League, Pony League, Colt League, and Junior Legion baseball programs for many years. She was also an ardent supporter of the Richland Bombers.

Janice treasured travel and explored many beautiful places, including Hawaii, Alaska, Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Europe. Her favorite place was Kaanapali Beach in Maui, and her favorite international destination was London.

Janice was a loving wife, mother, stepmother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She is survived by her beloved husband, Malcom R. Chunn; her son, Michael M. Chunn and partner Erin Easton; her stepdaughter, Michelle R. Chunn and her partner, Tony Brown; her stepson, Malcom R. Chunn Jr. and his wife, Janet; grandchildren Lance Frisbee and wife Courtney, Matt Vickerman and wife Leah, Calvin Chunn and wife Kaylee, Alec Chunn and husband Shane, Vanessa Griffith and husband Josh, and Palmer J. Chunn; eleven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Surrounded by her loving family and friends, Janice often said she had been blessed with a wonderful life. Janice also leaves behind her very special friends, Curt and Janice Gunter, whose love and friendship meant so very much to her. She was preceded in death by her parents, Alva and Macel Johnson; her brothers, Robert E. Johnson, William E. Johnson, and James N. Johnson; and her sister, Susie Haney.

Janice will be remembered for her kindness, quiet strength, generous heart, and unwavering devotion to her family. Her presence will be deeply missed, and her memory will be cherished always.

Graveside services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on April 30, 2026, at Einan’s Sunset Gardens, 915 Bypass Highway, Richland, Washington.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Chaplaincy Hospice House located at: 2108 W Entiat Ave. Kennewick, WA. 99336.