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JoAnn Esposito Obituary
age 79, of Louisville, passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2012. She was born January 3, 1933 in Greenville, Ohio to the late John and Mildred (French) McEowen. JoAnn was an RN for Aultman Hospital, retiring after 25 yrs. of service. She was a member of St. Louis Catholic Church in Louisville. She graduated from Louisville High School, Class of 1950, and the Aultman School of Nursing.
JoAnn is survived by her husband of 56 years, Tony Esposito; two daughters and sons in law, Sharon and Denny Simpson of Texas, Sandra Esposito and Kevin Mangin of Chicago; two sons and a daughter-in-law, Michael Esposito of Connecticut, Anthony and Laura Esposito of Louisville; two sisters and a brother-in-law, Jean and Harland Miller and Martha Bell and her brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Noreen McEowen all of Louisville; nine grandchildren, Alecia and Brian Simpson, Katherine and Rocco Mangin, Jennifer, Jack and Alex Esposito, Abby and Tori Esposito, many nieces and nephews. She was also preceded in death by her brother, Jim McEowen.
Funeral services will be 9 a.m. Saturday morning at Stier-Israel Israel Funeral Home with Fr. Lawrence Frient officiating. Calling hours will be 6-8 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home. Burial will be in the St. Louis Parrish Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Aultman Hospital, Compassionate Care Center, 2821 Woodlawn NW, Canton, Ohio 44708.
Stier-Israel Funeral Home
330-875-1414
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Tina Hemphill - Parker
June 30, 2012
Sandy, I am so very sorry for your loss. You and your entire family have been in my prayers and thoughts and I will continue to lift you up. I wish I had gotten a chance to see you, but I just kept missing you after getting to work. God bless and comfort all of you. Feel free to get in touch any time.
Ted Deremer
June 29, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Joann's death. Her wonderful nature always gave me a lift every time we crossed paths. Everyone will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Deven Mceowen
June 28, 2012
My memories of the many days and nights spent with my aunt and cousins will always be with me. Aunt JoAnn and Uncle Tony always made me feel at home. Love to the entire family. God Bless. Deven
June 28, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. So sorry for your loss.
Heidi Tournoux Mucci
June 28, 2012
JoAnn was a great neighbor and friend. We will miss her! Tony and family, you have our deepest sympathy.
Dino, Mary, Heather & Dillon
Brent Carothers
June 28, 2012
Tony,
I returned to Canton a few years ago to take care of my father during his final days, Mel Carothers. Gus haas been cutting my hair, and I always ask about you. You were always so cool when Dad was so strict. Thanks for your understanding and compassion.
I regret the loss of your wife and wish there was someting I could convey to comfort you and your family at this time. However, I am honestly at a loss for words.
My heart goes out to you and your family, please aceept my expression of sympathy.
Brent Carothers
I am so sorry for your loss
Steve
June 28, 2012
No matter what happens in this lifetime, I get to carry with me the memories of growing up in a great family that shared a ton of laughs when everyone gathered together. Going to miss your laugh, Aunt Jo.
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