Jan

Lynn

Mrs. Janice Lorraine Herbert Lynn, affectionately known as Jan, age 84 of Sparta, passed away Sunday, November 8, 2026 at NHC of Sparta. Jan was born November 23, 1941 in Newark, NJ to the late Captain James Herbert and Mary Bell Herbert, Bertolinni. Jan was raised in New York City, NY with her brothers, Billy, Jimmy, Donny, and sister Elenor “DeeDee” Lewis. Her family also included her half-brother, Robin Herbert.

As a young girl with a desire to learn ... Jan would “attend” classes at Columbia University – by sneaking in the back of the room just to listen to lectures. Her love of words made her the master of a scrabble board and any crossword puzzle. She was matchless when watching Jeopardy as well. As a great resource of vast information, she could help you understand any topic you wanted to discuss.

When Jan moved to Sparta, TN she found a new love, and his name was William “Bill” C Lynn Sr. Their family grew with pride and joy in daughter, Deborah (Steve) and son Bill Jr. (Holly), grandsons Marty “Scott”, Jacob, Jason, and Daniel and with her great grandchildren.

To say that Jan loved dogs was an understatement. There wasn’t a dog that she did not love. And when a stray dog came across her path it was not a stray for long.

Jan enjoyed bowling, golfing, and serving as a member of the VFW Women’s Auxiliary for many years.

As we share memories and old photos trying to fill our hearts ... we are reminded of the beauty in her eyes and her smile. We hear her saying “I love you darlin’”.

In honor of her wishes no services were desired.