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Catherine Ann Joseph SHERRILLS FORD - Catherine Ann Joseph, 57, went home to Jesus on October 3, 2013 at the Sherrills Ford Hospice House following an extended illness. Although born in Greenville, MS she spent the majority of her childhood in Charlotte, NC and Atlanta, GA, where she graduated from Peachtree High School in 1974. Catherine went on to graduate from the University of Georgia Cum Laude with a BA in Journalism. While at UGA, she was a member of the NCAA DIV I Gymnastics Team and the Alpha Chi Omega sorority. Catherine was tapped with Mortar Board Honors and countless other achievements. She also interned for the late Senator Herman Talmadge and Senator Sam Nunn in Washington, D.C. Upon graduation, Catherine was employed by Aerial Photography Svcs, Inc. As CEO, she lead the company through the 1982 World's Fair and the 1996 Summer Olympics. She served on the boards of the Post Card Distributors of North America and Keep North Carolina Clean and Beautiful. She was an active member of Rehobeth Methodist Church, where she enjoyed singing in the church choir. Those who knew Catherine, know she was a devoted disciple of Jesus Christ, never ashamed to share the Gospel. She spent her life loving her husband and two beautiful children, while unconditionally serving others. Catherine was an avid gardener, writer, photographer, and world traveler. Catherine loved her home, horses and the Lake Norman community. The Joseph family is forever grateful for the love and support from their friends in the area. Recently preceded in death by her father James F. Doane, Jr., Catherine is survived by her soul mate and devoted husband of 34 years, Joe W. Joseph, daughter Kaitlyn, son Benjamin, & granddaughter Taylor Grace. Also surviving is her loving mother Nancy L. Doane of Sarasota, FL, sisters Deborah Yost (Steve) of Treasure Island, Fla. and Julie Wichert (Tom) of Hartville,OH, brothers-in-law Michael Joseph (Denise) of Carlsbad, CA and Todd Joseph (Wendy) of Forsythe, GA. She had seven nieces and nephews: Janie Geis (Mark), Daniel Yost, Lauren Miller (Aaron), Sarah Yost, Jordan Joseph, Jessica Joseph, Tiger Joseph, and great nephew Jesse Geis. Family & Friends are invited to celebrate Catherine's life on Saturday, October 12th, 2013 at 3:00 PM at Pearl Springs Farm, 7841 Vista View Drive, Sherrills Ford, NC. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: Sherrills Ford Hospice House at 7473 Sherrills Ford Rd. Sherrills Ford, NC 28673.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Oct. 6, 2013.
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Beloved darling sis, another orbit around the sun without your physical presence. However, you are here doing cartwheels at UGA `s continuing success with football. I see you in Ben, Kaitlyn, and you must be so proud of them! Kaitlyn is a devoted mother of three, Ben is going for MBA. Joe is thrilled his brother Michael and sister in law have moved close by. Julie and Tom are doing so well. Steve and I are grateful grandparents. So many blessings. As all Saints Day approaches we honor you and all our loved ones in Heaven. Love, Deb

Deborah Doane Yost

Family

September 30, 2023

You are sorely missed Catherine and will always be held close to our hearts in loving memory.

Pam Harris-Efurd

Friend

October 4, 2022

I think of my Aunt quite frequently. I think of her laugh, her sense of humor, and her intelligence. I loved spending time with her and her beautiful daughter. I remember singing and dancing, watching my Aunt and mother perform for us little ones. I will always remember her kindness and love.

Zara Katherine

October 3, 2022

Having married Kaitlyn after her passing, unfortunately I never had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Joseph. I have, however spent countless time around those who knew her best throughout her life. Everyone corroborated the same statements. An amazing person who loved the world and all the people that are in it. An ambitious beautiful woman who would stand tall in the face of adversity, and in the time that others would say "I can´t", she would find a way. A friend, wife, mother, sister, or employer, no matter the role she was proud to be involved and was loyal until the end. I share my life with the closest descendant in her daughter. I see the elegant, proud and beautiful person she helped develop. I see the legacy and I am very appreciative! It is rare to find someone so special, that no person knowing them can find a single negative thing to say. The body may have passed, but the spirit and legacy live on. I am forever grateful to this dear soul whom I never met. My dearest sympathies to all the family as we honor her memory.

Devin Kelley

Family

October 2, 2022

I miss you every day dear sister. I bet you are dancing with McGuire and our dear Mom! Love forever, Debbie

Deborah Yost

Family

September 30, 2022

Cathy hired me in 1989 as APS' commercial artist. I had been looking for my career calling and she gave me the chance to create and produce beautiful souvenirs for 5 years. I'm shocked to learn of her passing 7 years ago. Blessings to the family. RIP.

Nancy Taylor - Bottomley

Coworker

May 8, 2020

I think of this dear friend often. She was a wise and wonderful person who had an incredible faith.

Geoff Scargill

Friend

June 11, 2018

I just learned of this and I wanted to give my heartfelt sympathy to the family. I worked with her for 6 years and she was an absolute joy to be around, so full of love and joy.

Debora Dombo
Indian Trail, NC

March 18, 2014

Joe,Kaitlyn and Benjamin, I was so shocked to learn of Catherine's passing. I had passed by the shop the other day and wondered where y'all went and did a little google search and learned that she and Jim had passed. I am so sorry for your loss Joe, Catherine was an amazing woman and always exhibited the best in compassion and empathy for her fellow human beings. Please accept my condolences and deepest sympathy. She will always be treasured and have a special place in my heart. I will never forget her amazing smile and that infectious laugh. Rest in Peace Catherine, know you will always be cherished by everyone you touched in your life.

Teressa Crook

November 11, 2013

We just heard of Catherine's passing yesterday. Please accept our thoughts and prayers for all of your family. We always enjoyed her enthusiasm and joy at the Post Card Trade Shows. Joe, she was always so proud of you and your children.
Steve and Lois Johnson

Steve Johnson

November 7, 2013

I just heard,, and I am so sorry,, i knew Catherine and Joe for many years, and she was a great friend!

Dan Conrad

October 25, 2013

Love that lady!! Thank you so much Catherine for so many great memories!! I will never forget you. My thoughts and prayers are with your wonderful family.

Teri Johnson

October 13, 2013

My heart goes out to immediate family and Doane Family.... As we all shared the same Doane grandparents. And may Cathrine rest in peace.

Garilynne McFarland

October 13, 2013

My heart is broken at the loss of our bright star, CJ. I am dedicating my free hours to prayer for the family and understanding this terrible affliction.
With love and sympathy, Pam Efurd

October 11, 2013

Our neighborhood, our state, the world will be the lesser without Catherine. She lit up the room with her charm, wit, talents and tolerance. What a girl...what a family! We love you. Michaelle and Robert Taylor

October 11, 2013

I love you dearly my sweet kissin' cousin. I have many memories of our good times together that I will always remember. I miss you and will see you on the other side one day.
Cousin Diane. XO

Diane Ibele

October 10, 2013

Joey and family: I was so very sorry to hear of Cathy's passing. She had a beautiful spirit and was a beautiful person. You were all so fortunate to share such love and devotion and I am deeply sorry for your loss. As our Nana used to say, "I'm with you in spirit" and it is reassuring to know that you have the love and support of family and friends. My deepest sympathies. Nancy Snyder Fjeldheim

October 10, 2013

We've been fortunate to know Cathy Joseph. She was a multi-faceted woman. She was an astute business person yet also a loving wife and mother. She was deeply religious but would be the first to raise a glass to celebrate. She promoted her convictions tirelessly but would graciously abide differing proclivities. She was a contemporary woman who appreciated Victorian elegance. Her grand fashion sense coupled with practicality made her a true Renaissance woman. We will remember an outgoing charmer with broad interests and a fountain of knowledge she lovingly shared. May she rest in peace.
Our love,
Penny, Tim, Samantha and Sarah Snyder

October 9, 2013

Having served with Catherine on the board of directors of the Postcard Distributors Association back in the early 1980's I have my heart filled from what we shared. Her laugh filled any room and Made my heart happy that I was there. A young talent that could have brought more to the good of the world with more time I miss her and pray for her family.

Michael Anderson

October 8, 2013

My Sister, I'm going to miss you. You were my friend like no other. You always got my jokes and accepted my eccentricities. You were my therapist and accountability partner. I will treasure our memories. And it will always be special to me that we shared the same wedding dress! I'm going to miss you, I love you so much.

Julie Wichert

October 8, 2013

Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow but not without remembering the good times we had together either at the post card convention or at your lovely home. We will never forget you.

Family Bertsch

October 8, 2013

It was always so fun to see the APS girls every year at the annual conventions. We shared many laughs and learned alot from Catherine who always spoke so well at the meetings and offered great advice. My best to the family.

JANET CORNELIA

October 7, 2013

Mike and I were so saddened to hear about Catherine's passing. Our sympathy goes out to you, Joe and your
beautiful family. May she rest in peace and may her love and memory never leave your hearts.

Mike and Bonnie Fisher

October 7, 2013

Our deepest sympathy to Catherine's family. We will miss her smiling face. She always had gracious words for everyone she met.

Maracom

October 7, 2013

Our deepest condolences to the Joseph and Doane families on the loss of Catherine. She will be fondly remembered by all who knew her.
Steve King and the staff of the Souvenir Wholesale Distributors Assn.

Steve King

October 7, 2013

Dear Jospeh Family,

It is of great sadness, to hear the news of Cathy's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time of tremendous loss.Words alone, cannot convey all our feelings at this moment, she will be missed.
Rob Helbig Family- Wendy, Steph and Sam

Rob Helbig

October 7, 2013

Cathy - you were a strong light in a dark world and your faith was an inspiration. Thank you for the difference you made in so many lives, including mine. Geoff X

Geoff Scargill

October 7, 2013

I knew Cathy through the Post Card Assoc. She was energetic and engaging, and I smile thinking of her and some of the times we shared. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.

Patt Smith

October 7, 2013

Our thoughts are with Catherine's extended family at this sad time. She was a classy lady.

Kind regards,

Al and Rita Lechman
Mountain States Specialties, Inc.
Colorado

October 7, 2013

In our thoughts and prayers from the Penrod family.

John Penrod

October 7, 2013

Catherine was just so lovely, kind and always so much fun to giggle with at the postcard shows. I loved her southern charm! She'd always laugh at my voice mail message she told me, because, as a mid-western, I "just talked so darn fast." I am happy she has found rest and just know her family has wonderful memories to get through this. I wish you Peace.

Carmen Wallander

October 7, 2013

Oh, Cathy, you were such a fun cousin! Many fond memories of you and your sisters with us at Grandma Goldie's farm as well as our visit to Atlanta long ago. Please know our hearts and prayers are with your dear family. We all were so saddened by hearing this news.
With love,The Walsh Girls
Beverly, Cindy, and Barbie

October 7, 2013

Love you mrs. Joseph!!! You will be missed.

Jacquelyn Wyatt

October 6, 2013

Thoughts are with the Joseph Family, I did not know Catherine well, but she left a wonderful impression on me when we met a few years ago. Blessings.

October 6, 2013

On the raft with a cold one. Sitting in the raft on the lake with Catherine, getting silly after sipping a drink. Enjoying the scenery and each other. Laughing like we hadn't a care in the world. That is the Catherine I'll remember. Getting fired up about politics then getting back to serious stuff like our families and how great they are. How lucky we were to have our families. What a gift she had with Joe, and Kaitlyn and Benjamin. How both her kids were miraculous to her, how very blessed she was to have each of them regardless of their arrivals. That is the Catherine I'll remember.Dancing. Dancing at Nana's in the living room. Dancing at our wedding. Dancing at or singing anytime. Red lipstick. Lovely smile with red lips. Yes she wore it beautifully. She was such a smart, lovely, happy person and I was blessed to have known her and proud to call her my sister in law. We all have been blessed. Remembering her fondly. Love you. Denise

October 6, 2013

Rest easy.

October 6, 2013

Catherine, you are my soul sister. God bless you. Say hello to
all the saints...Love, DEB

Deb Yost

October 6, 2013

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