Janice Ann Kulesza, 67 of Worcester passed away peacefully in her sleep Monday, December 19th at home. Janice was born in Worcester, a daughter of Stanley and Frances (Kosiewski) Kulesza. She graduated from Auburn High School and earned her certificate as a LPN from Worcester Girls Trade. Janice then accepted positions with the former Worcester City Hospital and several area nursing homes before retiring. Janice is survived by her sister, Arlene Wyrzykowski of Worceter; her sister, Dorothy Pollier of Grafton and her two brothers Paul Tomaszewicz of Georgia and Ronald Tomaszewicz of Millbury; many nieces, nephews and extended family. A sister, Carol Hall predeceased her in 2002. Janice was a member of the former Teresian Carmelites in Worcester. She enjoyed crafts. A Memorial Mass for Janice is being planned for Saturday, February 4th at St Stephen’s Church. Burial with her parents will follow in a private ceremony at Notre Dame Cemetery. Memorial remembrances in her name can be made to the Teresian Carmelites, P.O. Box 826 Worcester, MA 01613. The MERCADANTE FUNERAL HOME & CHAPEL, 370 Plantation St Worcester is honored to be assisting the family with arrangements.