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Joan Deakins Obituary

Deakins Joan Alice Deakins, age 82, Wednesday, November 16, 2016. Born in Chuckey, TN. She worked for Whitehall City Schools for 39 years. Preceded in death by husband Foster Deakins, parents and five siblings. Survived by daughter, Peggy (Scott) Ripley; sons, Martin (Melinda) Deakins, Michael (Carol) Deakins; grandchildren, Taylor Ripley, Seth Ripley, Malorie Deakins, Mitchell Deakins, Jennifer (Brian) Covey, Katherine (Matthew) Weekley; great grandchildren, Carley Covey and Amelia Covey; numerous nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Columbus Alzheimer's Association. The family will be holding a private family ceremony at Chuckey Cemetery, Chuckey, TN. Arrangements by EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave. www.evansfuneralhome.net

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Nov. 16 to Nov. 17, 2016.

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November 17, 2016

Our deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother.
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