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Janie Belle Gladden Winchester Alexander, age 88, passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022 Novant Hospital in Charlotte with her family by her side. Janie Belle as she was most often referred to was born on May 7, 1934 in Chester County, South Carolina to the late Viola and William Gladden, Sr. Janie Belle was one of six children, all of whom predeceased her: William Charles Gladden, Stephen Allen Gladden, Roe Gladden, Julia Gladden Alexander and Nannie Mae Gladden Crosby. Janie Belle spent her working career in the Insurance business, but what was most important in her life was her family. Janie Belle lived a beautiful life in which she embraced all people. She loved Jesus, her family and her friends deeply. She was a proud and active member of the American Legion Auxiliary, Albemarle Road Presbyterian Church and Albemarle Road Presbyterian Church Circle. She is survived by her children Roy Marcus Winchester (Anne Frick), Thomas Winchester (Carolyn), David Alexander, and Stephen Alexander (partner Arthur Payne); and son-in-law Richard Elms. Grandchildren and great grandchildren left to cherish her memory are: Christi Christian Schiano (John) and their children Vivian Olivia, and Seth Christian; Rhonda Savaria (Evan); Connie Holmes and her son Colton Holmes; Robin Ouzts (Andrew) and her daughter Hazel; Chris Winchester and children Thomas (TJ), Daniel and Seth Winchester; Alisa Alexander Marquardt (Travis) and their children Ava and Ali; Ann Elms Councilman (Dale) and their children Riley and Madalyn; and Robert Elms (Michelle) and son Grayson. In addition to her parents, Janie Belle was predeceased by her spouse Carl Alexander who passed in 1998 and spouse Roy Winchester who passed in 1953, as well as her daughter Carol Alexander Elms. A memorial service in celebration of Janie Belle’s life will be held on Friday, June 17, 2022 at 11:00 a.m. Heritage Funeral Home – Weddington Chapel.

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Janie Belle Gladden Winchester Alexander

May 7, 1934 - June 11, 2022