Mrs. Janice Nibert age 89, of Keystone Heights passed away at her home Sunday, December 2, 2012 following extended illness. Mrs. Nibert was born on August 27, 1923 in Bradford, Pennsylvania to the late Elmer E. and Margaret G. (McLean) Howe. She had been a resident of Keystone Heights for more than 50 years, and was a member of the Keystone Golf & Country Club for over 20 years, and was also an active member of the Keystone United Methodist Church until her health declined. Mrs. Nibert had graduated from State Teachers College in California, Pennsylvania in 1945, and in 1946 she became a graduate of the Buffalo Nursing School. Following her graduation she had joined the United States Navy where she served as a Lt. Nurse until 1951, and continued working many years as a R.N. Mrs. Nibert was preceded in death by her husbands; John Batts and Carl Nibert and her brother; Tom Howe. Survivors are her son; Jeff L. Batts and his wife Dede, one grandson; Jeff Batts, Jr. and his wife Julie, two great granddaughters; Leah and Lori Kramer and her husband Kenneth, and her beloved companion Annie. Mrs. Nibert will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege to know and love her. The family wishes to thank caretaker(s) Tanya Medders and Mandi Ward for their dedicated and loving efforts. A special thanks to Haven Hospice and their staff for their outstanding service and care. A graveside service will be held on Monday, December 10, 2012 at 11 Oclock at the Keystone Heights Cemetery with Dr. Craig Moore officiating.In lieu of flowers the family has requested contributions to please be made to haven Hospice, Roberts Care Center, 6400 St. Johns Ave., Palatka, FL 32177. Arrangements are by JONES-GALLAGHER FUNERAL HOME, 340 E. WALKER DRIVE, KEYSTONE HEIGHTS, FL 32656. (352) 473-3176. www.jonesgallagherfh.com hide