Mary Jane "Janie" Corliss

Mary Jane “Janie” Corliss, 84, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. 

She was preceded in death by her devoted husband of 57 years, Willard Corliss, who passed in 2018, and by her parents, Michael and Winona (Smith) DiMego.

A woman of curiosity and adventure, Janie traveled the world with her family, making homes in Texas, Japan, Florida, Indiana, and ultimately returning to her beloved Massachusetts. Her passion for antiques grew into a thriving career, including many cherished years running her shop in Lunenburg. Later, she and Will became familiar and well‑loved faces at the Hollis Flea Market, where they spent decades building friendships and sharing their expertise.

Janie was the quiet force behind the family’s many entrepreneurial ventures—bars, a restaurant, and rental properties—managing the finances with skill, dedication, and an unwavering work ethic. Yet her greatest joy was always her family. Nothing delighted her more than a visit from one of her three children, seven grandchildren, or six great‑grandchildren; she lit up in their presence.

A lifelong reader and crossword‑puzzle enthusiast, Janie nurtured a sharp mind and a generous heart.

She is lovingly remembered by her son Glenn Corliss and his wife Ellen of Leominster, MA; her daughter Heidi Gworek and her husband Jim of Springfield, VT; and her son Keith Corliss of Lunenburg, MA. She is also survived by her brothers, David DiMego of Austin, TX, and Geoff DiMego of the Washington, D.C. area.

Mary Jane’s warmth, kindness, and devotion to her family will be cherished always. Her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Services will be private.