Janice Tyler Felton, 74, of Cadiz, Passes Away

Longtime hospital worker and 'Trekkie' remembered for her love of family and travel

Apr. 3, 2026 at 10:59pm

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An extremely abstracted, out-of-focus photograph in warm tones depicting a cozy living room scene with a flickering TV screen, a crocheted afghan, and a framed family photo, conceptually representing the comforts of home and family that defined Janice Felton's life.The passing of Janice Felton marks the end of an era for a dedicated community member who found joy in the simple pleasures of home, family, and her lifelong passions.Cadiz Today

Janice Tyler Felton, a 74-year-old resident of Cadiz, Kentucky, passed away on April 1, 2026. Felton worked for over 30 years in the treasury department at Fort Campbell's Blanchfield Army Hospital and was a longtime member of Hurricane Baptist Church. She was known for her hobbies like collecting flamingos, reading, shopping, and traveling, especially to Florida. Felton is survived by her husband, daughters, stepchildren, and grandchildren.

Why it matters

Felton's passing marks the end of an era for a dedicated public servant and community member who spent decades working in healthcare and contributing to her local church and family. Her life story reflects the changing social and economic landscape of small-town Kentucky over the past several decades.

The details

Janice Tyler Felton was born on July 8, 1951, in Confederate, Lyon County, Kentucky, to Willard Tyler and Barbara Nelums Tyler. She graduated from Trigg County High School in 1969 and went on to work for over 30 years in the treasury department at Fort Campbell's Blanchfield Army Hospital. Felton was a longtime member of Hurricane Baptist Church and enjoyed hobbies like collecting flamingos, reading, shopping, and traveling, especially to Florida where she spent winters as a snowbird in her motor home. In her younger years, she also pursued photography and developed a lifelong fascination with the Star Trek franchise.

  • Janice Tyler Felton passed away on Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
  • Felton was born on July 8, 1951 in Confederate, Lyon County, Kentucky.
  • Felton graduated from Trigg County High School in 1969.
  • Felton worked for over 30 years at Fort Campbell's Blanchfield Army Hospital.
  • Felton's funeral service will be held on Monday, April 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM.

The players

Janice Tyler Felton

A 74-year-old resident of Cadiz, Kentucky who worked for over 30 years in the treasury department at Fort Campbell's Blanchfield Army Hospital and was a longtime member of Hurricane Baptist Church.

Mike Felton

Janice Felton's husband, who resides in Cadiz, Kentucky.

Willard Tyler

Janice Felton's father.

Barbara Nelums Tyler

Janice Felton's mother.

James Tyler

Janice Felton's brother, who preceded her in death.

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What’s next

Janice Felton's funeral service will be live-streamed on the funeral home's YouTube channel beginning at 12:55 PM on Monday, April 6, 2026.

The takeaway

Janice Felton's life exemplified the values of community, family, and public service that have long defined small-town Kentucky. Her passing marks the end of an era for a dedicated healthcare worker and active churchgoer who pursued her passions for travel, reading, and Star Trek throughout her life.