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Joanne Vargo Obituary

LORAIN – Joanne Vargo, age 84, of Lorain, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at her home following a sudden illness.
Born on September 23, 1930 in Pennsylvania, she came to Lorain in 1978.
Joanne served as a Lieutenant on the Lorain Police Auxiliary, for 25 years and having volunteered for over 2,000 hours.
She was awarded numerous plaques throughout the years for her diligent service to the Department.
Many years ago, Joanne hosted a radio show called "Star Gazing" on WOBL. She also was a writer and columnist for two country music magazines and was a past member of Democratic Woman's Club.
In her free time, Joanne enjoyed listening to country music and watching sports. She also enjoyed crocheting.
She is survived by her sons, Ed (Kim) Vargo, of Lorain and Terry (Patty) Thorne, of PA; her daughter, Linda, of PA; grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; her brother, Dave (Marsha) Stilley, of TX and her twin sister, Jean Bell, of PA.
Joanne was preceded in death by her first husband, Harry Thorne, her second husband, Edward R. Vargo, Sr., her sister, Betty Lou Bickler and her parents.
The family will receive friends on Friday, February 20, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until the time of memorial service at 6:00 p.m. in the Dovin and Reber Jones Funeral & Cremation Center, 1110 Cooper Foster Park Rd., Amherst.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.dovinreberjones.com

Published by The Morning Journal on Feb. 19, 2015.
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Eddie, I know your heart is breaking. We loved your Mom, too. Peace and love to you and your family. Valerie, Emily and Rob Stammitti

Valerie Stammitti

February 20, 2015

Ed & Family, Our Deepest Sympathy to you and your Family in the passing of your Mother. Know now that you have a Guardian Angel watching over you from above. What a special woman to give so much to others. Im sure her Rewards are many.

Amy Jaynes-Brown

February 20, 2015

to the family sorry to hear the loss of a dear person with a heart big as gold to help others sending prayers

gena comstock

February 19, 2015

Thanks for your service in auxiliary.i remember the night watches we did together and it was an honor to be tour sgt.R.i.P.your duty on earth is finished

Robert work

February 19, 2015

To the Vargo family. I am sorry for your loss and hope you find peace and comfort in your time of grief.

Rick Harrold

February 19, 2015

Thank you to Joanne Vargo for her untiring efforts and many volunteer hours as a member of the Lorain Police Auxiliary. Lorain is a better and safer community because she gave of herself. I had the privilege to serve with her for several years and learned to appreciate her dedication. May God grant a peace that passess all understanding during this difficult time of loss to all of her family and friends.

Don Killinger

February 19, 2015

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