Joan Gandee Obituary
Joan is survived by her two children, Bradley (Dixie) Gandee and Shayna Uptigrove as well as four grandchildren, Grayson Uptigrove, Cadence Gandee, Hollis Uptigrove and Hayden Gandee and her sister, Karen (Joseph) Lynch. She is predeceased by her parents, Charles (Bud) and Margaret Oberst and her brother, Gregory C. Oberst. She is survived by several loving nieces and nephews.
Joan was born in Painesville, Ohio, in 1945 to Charles and Margaret (Bordash) Oberst. Joan graduated from Baldwin Wallace College with a Bachelor's degree in Biology. She also became a successful stockbroker and executive recruiter. Joan was a devoted mother, intensely proud of her children. She joyfully attended numerous activities, sporting events and music recitals of her grandchildren. Her family brought her unending joy. Joan was heavily involved in her book club, her neighborhood association, loved participating in art projects and yoga at the local senior's center and weekly lunches with her dear friends.
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Linda Gandee Pillar
October 9, 2024
My sympathy goes out for Joan's children, grandchildren and all members of her family. She was so highly thought of. Clearly she will be missed. God bless you Joan. You were a wonderful Mom and Grandma.
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Kathy Roberti
May 6, 2024
Fond memories of Joan, her parents were friends with mine in Painesville. Joan was my mom's babysitter. She was a very nice & kind person. Condolences to the entire family. Kathy ((McDonald) Roberti
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