Longtime Columbia Resident Janice Looper Brown Dies at 79

Janice Looper Brown, a registered nurse who enjoyed camping and being a grandmother, passed away on February 15, 2026.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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Janice Looper Brown, a 79-year-old resident of Columbia, Tennessee, passed away on February 15, 2026 at NHC Columbia surrounded by her family. Janice was a registered nurse who worked at several hospitals in Nashville, including Baptist Hospital and the Parthenon Pavilion, as well as Jackson Park Ladies Retirement Home. She was a member of Berea Church of Christ and enjoyed camping earlier in life alongside her husband. Janice's greatest joy came from being a grandmother.

Why it matters

Janice Looper Brown's passing marks the loss of a longtime Columbia community member who dedicated her career to nursing and found joy in family. Her obituary highlights the importance of close-knit communities and the impact that caring individuals can have on those around them.

The details

Janice Looper Brown is survived by her husband of 30 years, Doug Brown, as well as her brother Philip Looper, two stepsons, four step-grandchildren, and two step-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents and several in-laws. The funeral service will be held on February 20, 2026 at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home, and memorials may be made to the Church of Christ Disaster Relief Effort or Rose Hill Cemetery.

  • Janice Looper Brown passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
  • Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM.

The players

Janice Looper Brown

A 79-year-old resident of Columbia, Tennessee who worked as a registered nurse at several hospitals in Nashville and was a member of Berea Church of Christ.

Doug Brown

Janice Looper Brown's husband of 30 years.

Philip Looper

Janice Looper Brown's brother.

Tony Brown

One of Janice Looper Brown's stepsons.

Danny Brown

One of Janice Looper Brown's stepsons.

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What’s next

Janice Looper Brown's funeral service will be held on Friday, February 20, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Oakes & Nichols Funeral Home.

The takeaway

Janice Looper Brown's life was defined by her dedication to nursing, her love of family, and her involvement in the Columbia community. Her passing is a loss felt by all who knew her and highlights the importance of cherishing the time we have with our loved ones.