Janice L. Smith, R.N.

Janice L. Smith, R.N. of Broadalbin, NY, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Amsterdam, NY at the age of 86. Born November 13, 1938, the daughter of Samuel Selby and Jane McCoy Selby, Janice grew up with her family in Fort Johnson, NY. She attended Fort Johnson elementary, where in the second grade she met her lifelong best friend Elaine Marshall Rogers. Janice graduated from Wilbur H. Lynch High School in Amsterdam, NY in June of 1956 and in 1959 graduated from the Methodist Hospital School of Nursing in Brooklyn, NY.

On October 31, 1959 Janice married the Rev. Robert William Smith at the Grace Methodist Church in Fort Johnson. Together with her husband Bob they served various Methodist churches from 1959 to 1964. In 1963, they settled down in Broadalbin, NY where they raised their 4 children. Janice worked at St. Mary’s Hospital for 40 years, 30 years in the Pediatric unit and her last 10 years in the Emergency Room. Janice loved working with children on Pediatrics and cherished many memories with the children and families that she cared for. Janice also worked as a substitute nurse at Broadalbin High School for many years. From her early days as a student nurse to her later years as a great grandmother, Janice generously shared her gift as a passionate caregiver, touching the lives of so many on her journey.

Janice loved reading, shopping and spending time with her family. She prioritized attending her children’s and grandchildren’s sports and activities in school and college. She truly loved all animals, especially dogs. Janice also loved to travel, especially to Ogunquit, Maine to relax by the ocean, walk the Marginal Way and visit the Nubble Lighthouse. Admired for her kindness and remembered for her compassion, Janice leaves behind a legacy of love, family and enduring strength.

Survivors include her children, David R. Smith of Broadalbin, NY, William R. (Nelda) Smith of Wetmore, MI, Tracy (Terry) Goodemote of Queensbury, NY and Heather (John) Carangelo of Ballston Lake, NY. Eight grandchildren, Jesse (Nora Barrett) Smith, Selby (Bennett) Haynes, Birch Smith, Drs. Megan (Eric) McMahon, Drs. Andrew (Chrissy) Goodemote, Drs. Christopher (Holly) Goodemote, and Kara and Matthew Carangelo. Six great-grandchildren, Ryan, Belle, Charlie, Theo and Lucy McMahon, and Scotty Goodemote. Brother and sister-in-law, David and June Selby of Broadalbin, NY and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bob of 58 years and her sister, Gayle.

The family will receive family and friends on Sunday September 28, 2025 from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at Betz, Rossi, Bellinger & Stewart Family Funeral Home, 171 Guy Park Ave., Amsterdam, NY. Funeral services will be held on Monday September 29, 2025 at 11:00 AM also at the funeral home. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery, Amsterdam, NY.

Memorial contributions may be made to the United Methodist Church of Broadalbin, 67 North Main St., Broadalbin, NY 12025 and the Foundation of St. Mary’s Healthcare, 427 Guy Park Ave., Amsterdam, NY 12010.