Janeen "Jan" R. (Alleman) Chance

Jan Alleman Chance, 69, passed away peacefully at her home on March 18, 2026. She was born on January 23, 1957, and lived a life full of love, laughter, and vibrant personality that touched everyone who knew her.

Jan was a proud graduate of Putnam County High School, Class of 1975, where she was a member of the marching band and cherished the unforgettable experience of traveling to Hawaii. She went on to attend the University of Illinois, graduating in 1979 with a bachelor’s degree in Clothing and Textiles. During her college years, she was also a member of the Sigma Kappa sorority.

She spent much of her professional life as the manager of a clothing store, Mary Ann’s Plus, where her passion for fashion and people shined, and later worked as a tax preparer for Hewitt-Jackson. Jan was also actively involved with the Widow’s Sons, where she formed many meaningful friendships and was affectionately known as “Mama Jan” to many.

Jan had a zest for life and a personality that filled every room. She was a devoted fan of NASCAR and especially loved Dale Earnhardt. She found peace and joy in bird watching, with a special fondness for bald eagles and hummingbirds, which she lovingly fed. She was also an avid Coca-Cola collector, proudly dedicating an entire room to her collection—a place her grandchildren especially loved. She never passed up her favorite Dove chocolate and enjoyed life’s simple pleasures to the fullest.

Jan was married to her beloved husband, JR Chance, for 29 years and embraced her role as a loving wife and grandmother wholeheartedly. she deeply loved her family and the role she held in their lives.

She is lovingly remembered by her husband, JR Chance; her children she loved as her own: Nickie Davis (Ben), Keith Chance (Tiffany), and Cheral Retzer (Jeff). She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Becka Retzer, Trenton Retzer, Samantha Retzer, Sophia Retzer, Clayton Davis, Jacob Davis, Codi Moore, Chasity Mcculloch, Jake Moore, Peyton Henson, Baylin Chance, Kloie Doolin, Mason Hatch, and Harley Chance, all of whom she adored. She is also survived by seven great-grandchildren with another on the way along with six nephews and three nieces.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Darrell and Jeanne Alleman, and her brother, Kimrey Alleman.

She is also survived by her sister, Debra Kimme (Dennis) of Mahomet, Illinois, and her brother, Scott Alleman (Dianne) of Granville, Illinois, along with many extended family members and dear friends who will miss her greatly.

Jan will be remembered for her big heart, her laughter, her bold spirit, and the love she gave so freely. Her presence was truly unforgettable, and her memory will live on in all who were lucky enough to know her.

Pallbearers will be members of her second family, the Widow’s Sons.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Anderson/Alleman Educational Scholarship.

Visitation will be from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at Dysart – Cofoid Funeral Chapel 208 S. McCoy St. Granville, IL.

Service will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.  Pastor Karen Karczewski will officiate.  Burial will be in Magnolia Cemetery, Magnolia.

Online condolences may be made to her family at www.dcfunerals.com

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