JANON PARDEN

FOREVER 40

Janon Parden was the kind of person whose presence left ripples in the hearts of everyone she met. She wasn’t just loved; she was cherished—by family, by friends, by anyone lucky enough to know her. To those who called her "Turtle," she was more than a nickname; she was a symbol of resilience, kindness, and an enduring strength that quietly touched everyone around her.

"Missed and loved by so many," her family says. And how could she not be? Janon lived her life as a reflection of her heart—open, warm, and deeply connected to those she held dear. Her smile could brighten even the darkest days, and her laugh was a balm to those who needed comfort. She carried others’ burdens with grace, giving her love freely, without expectation or hesitation.

Janon was a woman who reminded others of the beauty in small moments—the way sunlight dances on water, the feel of the wind against your face, the quiet joy of being truly seen. Her life wasn’t about grand gestures but about the steady, unwavering love she poured into those around her.

Turtle,” they say, “rest in paradise.” And paradise is surely brighter with her there. Though her time here ended far too soon, her legacy remains—a legacy of love that will ripple outward for years to come.

Janon, you were a light in this world, a steady hand in moments of chaos, and a source of peace when it was needed most. Your love was transformative, and your absence is deeply felt. Yet, in the memories you left behind, in the lives you touched, and in the love you shared, you remain.

February 3, 1982 – June 6, 2022
South Carolina