Eva Ashbaker Obituary
Born March 3, 1938 in Rushville, IL, she was the daughter of Robert and Eva (Bowen) Ashbaker.
Joan was a wonderful sister and aunt as well as caregiver for her parents.
She was employed as an accountant for the A.O. Smith Company before retiring.
Surviving are a sister, Norma Abernathy of East Alton; three nieces; a nephew; and five great nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Janice Eades.
Private service will be conducted with burial in Valhalla Memorial Park in Godfrey.
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