Joanne Stuples

Joanne Stuples obituary, Canton, OH

Joanne Stuples

Joanne Stuples Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Waltner-Simchak Funeral Home on Apr. 14, 2025.

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Joanne Stuples, 88, of North Canton, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday, April 11th, at Mercy Hospital. Born in Beloit, a daughter of the late Charles and Velma (Reno) Call. In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her first husband, Joseph Ritchie; 2nd husband, John Zepernick; 3rd husband William Stuples; her son Michael Ritchie; and a special cousin, Joyce Call. Joanne was a giving person who was willing to help anyone. Her family was her everything and she dedicated her life to them. Joanne had a deep faith in Jesus Christ and was a long-standing member of the Jerusalem Prayer Team, Mike Evan's Ministries where she was a prayer warrior for Israel as well as anyone else in need. She studied the Bible and medical books avidly. She loved to cook for everyone, preparing full course meals on a regular basis. Survived by 3 daughters, Debbie (Craig Smith) Brindack, Bobbie (Stephen) Varner, Lisa (Gary) Heller; 2 sons Joseph (Kathy) Ritchie, Jason (Kim) Zepernick; 14 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren, as well as other loving family members and friends. Donations can be mailed to the Jerusalem Prayer Team (PO BOX 30000 Phoenix, AZ 85046) or can be made online at www.jerusalemprayerteam.org in honor of Joanne. Joanne will be laid to rest at the Highland Memorial Park.
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I have so many good memories of JoAnne, too many to put in one message! She was a very special lady and will be missed dearly. I will never forget when she and my Granny B made the trip to MD for my wedding. They never laughed so much as they got lost and turned it into an adventure. They had such a good friendship as well as a love for their Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Along with my mom, Joyce, the three were avid prayer warriors. I am so glad my sister Lisa and I were able to make it up to OH to visit with her last summer. To her children, always know that she loved you all so much and was so proud of you. You have my deepest condolences and I will be praying for peace and comfort for you all. Rest peacefully Aunt JoAnne, we all love you!!

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