Janice Cooper Tice, J.D., of Ann Arbor, MI passed away from cancer on December 29th, 2018. She was 82.

A graduate of Michigan State University, Jan's early career was spent as an editor for several nuclear science and engineering journals, then as a Legislative Assistant to State Senator Gil Bursley. After graduating from Detroit College of Law in 1984, she started a private practice as a Family Law Attorney. She placed great value in the legal system and in the well being of her clients. Jan was a vibrant personality, full of intelligence, curiosity and humor. She enjoyed bridge, gardening, crossword puzzles, Elvis, a tall glass of Chardonnay and chocolate in almost any form. She could often be found on a Saturday afternoon watching a U of M football game, cheering at her TV as loudly as she would in the stands. At the stadium, she came prepared with her reversible raincoat: Maize and blue for most games, green and white when the Wolverines played State. Jan was passionate in politics and a steadfast fighter of injustices where she found them. She was a support and ally to those who needed it. She will be

Jan was the loving wife of the late Thomas W. Tice and the caring mother of Daniel Tice. She was preceded in death by her brother, Donald; and sister, Marilyn. She is survived by her son, Daniel; sisters, Carolyn Brothers and Barbara Lutz and cousins, Susan Christensen, Becky Christensen and Sara Waldorf.

A Celebration of Life memorial for Jan Tice will occur in February in Ann Arbor. All friends and family are welcome. Please send inquiries regarding the date and location of the service to: Dctice@gmail.com. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jan's name to Planned Parenthood of Michigan, an organization close to her heart.