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JOANNE EDMISTON Obituary

EDMISTON, Joanne Louise Joanne Louise Edmiston, 91, of South Charleston, died on Friday, August 21, 2020, in the Springfield Regional Medical Center. Joanne's nurturing and giving nature brought joy to her family, church, and community. She was born on September 20, 1928, in South Charleston, the daughter of Clarence E. and Grace (Woosley) Robe. Joanne graduated from South Charleston High School, class of 1946. Joanne married Roger L. (Lodie) Edmiston on June 29, 1947. They were married for 67 years until the time of Lodie's death. Following her graduation Joanne worked at the First National Bank of Springfield until she and Lodie started their family. Joanne truly loved her home in South Charleston, being a wife, mother, and grandmother. She was a lifetime member of the South Charleston United Methodist Church where she taught Sunday School, served on committees, and helped with projects. Joanne was a member of the Vesper Flower Club, the London chapter of the Eastern Star, and Monday Night Club. During Joanne's last five years she lived at Oakwood Village in Springfield, OH. Joanne is survived by her son, Ronald (Joyce) Edmiston, South Charleston, OH; and daughter, Paula (Jim) Arter, Urbana, OH. Joanne is also survived by her much loved grandsons: Ryan Edmiston, New York, NY; Seth Arter, Urbana, OH; and Drew Edmiston, South Charleston, OH. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, and brothers: W. Eugene Robe, D. Russell Robe, F. Wendell Robe, and Paul L. Robe. A private graveside service at the Greenlawn Cemetery in South Charleston will be held with Pastor Cathy Kooser officiating. A memorial service celebrating her life is planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the South Charleston United Methodist Church, P.O. Box G, South Charleston, Ohio 45368.

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Published by Springfield News Sun on Aug. 25, 2020.

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Don D. [email protected]

September 9, 2020

Her and Lodie were treasures that brightened so many of my days. I'll never forget her giving me Lodies picture with the President! In her time of such sorrow, to be able to focus on me and my awe over it spoke to her kind, giving nature and how not even trying times could shake her focus off making the world a beautiful place. She was a truly selfless and amazing person.

My sincerest condolences.

Don D.

September 9, 2020

Her and Lodie were treasures that brightened so many of my days. I'll never forget her giving me Lodies picture with the President! In her time of such sorrow, to be able to focus on me and my awe over it spoke to her kind, giving nature and how not even trying times could shake her focus off making the world a beautiful place. She was a truly selfless and amazing person.

My sincerest condolences.

Cinda Shea

September 1, 2020

Ron, Joyce & family
So sorry for your loss. I am sure she was so proud of you & cherished you all. She raised a truly wonderful son. God bless you.
Cinda (Gantt) Shea

Sarah Maxwell RN

August 31, 2020

I am heartbroken upon reading this. Joanne was such a sweet, loving woman. I also had the privilege of caring for her husband. Love and prayers to all the family.
Sara Maxwell RN

Donna (Donohoe) Stanley

August 25, 2020

It saddened me to read of your mother's passing. We had many conversations of our home town while I was doing her hair. I was raised in South Charleston and remember your dad also. I swam in Ray's pool as a youngster. Prayers and thoughts go forward at this time.

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