Janice Irene Shattuck, 87, of Rockford, IL, passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024 at Northwoods Care Center in Belvidere, IL. She was born January 27, 1937 in Rockford, IL to Lief and Irene (Johnson) Gulbrantson. She married the love of her life, Willard Frederick Shattuck August 19, 1961. Janice was a bookkeeper for The Flower Bin in Belvidere for many years. She enjoyed making ceramics and diamond art. Janice was known as the reigning cribbage champion in her family and loved to watch old western movies. She is loved and will be missed by her children, Bryan (Tammi) Shattuck, Paula (David) Smedegard, Jennifer (Bradley) Trylong; grandchildren, Athena Shattuck, Alex (Tiffany) Shattuck, Alisha (Jesse) Carpenter, Terri (Weston) Erickson, Dwayne Smedegard, Joshua (Catherine Canciamille) Miller, Nathan (Amanda) Miller; great grandchildren, Roman, Lincoln, Taevin, Leo, Laurel; sister, Karen (Bob) Taylor; numerous nieces nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; beloved husband, Willard; sister, Joyce Altendorf; brother, Donnie Gulbrantson. There will be a visitation Saturday, April 20, 2024 from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. at the Belvidere Funeral Home in Belvidere, IL. A service will begin at 11:00 A.M. Memorials can be made to The Superhero Center for Autism, 4205 Galleria Drive, Loves Park, IL 61111.The Superhero Center for Autism empowers remarkable individuals with autism and their families by offering opportunities and resources that inspire growth, resilience, and boundless possibilities. We are committed to fostering a judgement free community where families can connect in meaningful ways to champion our children’s abilities, encourage their potential, and help them live their best lives. We do this by providing unwavering support, education, essential resources and a space where they can be their authentic selves. Website: https://www.superherocenter.org/about/ PayPal link is located on the bottom of the homepage. Condolences can be shared with the family at www.belviderefh.com.