It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our daughter, sister and friend, Dr. Janice Lorraine Elder, on Jan. 25, 2023, in her 63rd year, after a long courageous battle with ALS.
Janice (Jan) is survived by her parents, Murray and Fran; brother, Greg (Stephanie) Elder; and her nephew, Robert Elder and niece, Gillian (Tom) Elder. She was predeceased by her sister, Nancy Elder. Jan will also be greatly missed by her good friends, Mary and Sheila; cousin, Sharon; and her many friends, colleagues and patients.
Jan was born in Windsor, Ont. She received an undergraduate degree from the University of Windsor in 1983, and a medical degree from Western University in 1988. Jan was a McMaster radiology resident from 1988 to 1993 and chief resident in her final year. After completing a fellowship at the University of Toronto, Jan became a staff radiologist at the then-Henderson Hospital in 1994, where she remained on staff for over 20 years. In 2015, Jan joined KMH Diagnostic Centres.
Jan received several acknowledgments for her work, but was most proud of her recognition for excellence in clinical teaching (twice). From a teaching standpoint, her reach has been far and wide, touching the lives of many doctors who are now spread across the globe.
Always an avid athlete, Jan's favourite pastime was to travel with family and friends to golf, play tennis and ski. She cherished spending time with family at the cottage on Georgian Bay. She also shared a great love of literature and the theatre with her mother. Forever in our hearts.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Arthritis Society or the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.