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Joan Lewis Obituary

Joan Rizzo Lewis MATTHEWS - Joan Rizzo Lewis, age 80, of Matthews, passed away on Friday, November 30, 2012, at her home. She was the daughter of the late John and Corinne Rizzo. She is preceded in death by her daughter Jennifer Lynn Lewis. She was a DTM with the Matthews Toast-masters Club and a member of Grace Baptist Church of South Charlotte. She is survived by her two daughters: Corinne Sharpe-Docter and Andrea (Mike) Brock; one brother: Bob Rizzo; five grandchildren: Caitlyn, Quinn, Lindsey, Kyle, and Courtney. A Service of Remembrance will be held Thursday, December 6, 2012, at 7PM at Heritage Funeral Home Indian Trail Chapel. The family will receive friends from 6PM until 7PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Children's Cancer Caring Center, www.caringisthekey.org. Heritage Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at www.heritagecares.net.

Published by Charlotte Observer on Dec. 4, 2012.
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Good memories of Joan participating in our senior class at Pines Baptist Church, even when she had back pain, she was there,very spl. lady, we will gather again in heaven

Rick and Isabel Smith

December 5, 2012

Andrea, I love you, my friend. My heart is heavy for you because no one wants to say goodbye to their mom. Your mom will always be a very dear part of our memories at Grace. I loved her too. Praying for you all, Treva

December 4, 2012

Andrea,
I didn't know your Mom, but I know she raised a wonderful daughter. My heart aches for you and your family. No matter how old you are or what stage of life you're in, it hurts to lose a parent. I'm so glad you are surrounded with a wonderful family and group of friends to help you through these sad times. Love to you, Jeannie Lemmond

December 4, 2012

Andrea ~ Even though we only met your mom once, your family is a testimony to the legacy Joan left here. May you look forward to the day where you all will be at the feet of Jesus ~ rejoicing and praising our Lord!

Wescott family

December 4, 2012

To my Mom. I sincerely believe, that the woman I have become today, is so much because of you being my Mom. You sacrificed SO much for myself and Andrea, to make sure we always had a good life in spite of our hardships. You were never a victim of our unique circumstances. You were the epitome of a TRUE survivor. Yet, during the toughest times, you always were ALWAYS helping others in worse situations than ours. I HONOUR you, Mom- for all the selfless volunteering you did with the Red Cross,and our schools,the community, and most importantly, ALWAYS making sure Andrea and I had the BEST life growing up, as well as always helping less fortunate people better themselves. We may not have ever had a lot of financial wealth, but the challenges we encountered as a family, and you being a single Mom, raising 2 girls, on your own was SO brave, and heroic. I wish I could have been a better daughter to you. I know the last time we spoke, I let you know how much I appreciated the warrior strength that you showed, which taught me to be strong, no matter what adversity I would encounter. Never, do I forget, or take for granted how blessed I am to have had you as my role model in life, teaching me to not only survive, but thrive. I am so thankful to have had you on this earth for as long as you were here. You are forever in my heart, and I will find even more strength from your passing. THANK YOU for raising me to be the best woman that I continue to strive daily to be. RIP Mom. You will always be a huge part of me,and with me forever.

cori

December 4, 2012

Please know all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you strength and peace from our Heavenly Father.

Sandee Hamilton

December 4, 2012

We will always remember you and your sweet smile, Joan! We'll be looking forward to the day that we're all reunited!
The Zolotarev family

December 4, 2012

As a friend of your daughter, Corinne, I can say that you left the world a BEAUTIFUL legacy and light in her and in your granddaughter, Caitlyn, whom I am also honored to know. I will pray for you and for your family, that the light they have in abundance never fade so that your spirit will live on in them.
-Suzi Klaszky and family

Suzi Klaszky

December 4, 2012

Fond memories of serving God together at Pines Baptist Church. Joan kept me laughing with her wit. One thing I know is that I will see you later.

Robin DeYoung

December 4, 2012

Thanks for letting us be a part of your life Mrs. Joan. We will miss you very much.

Hannah & Jared Shultz

December 4, 2012

I was blessed to have shared even a day with you Joan. You will never be forgotten and I will always see your smile through Andrea.

Julie Cagwin

December 4, 2012

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