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Joanelle Werdehoff Obituary
She attended Whitmer High School, and most recently worked as Food and Beverage Supervisor at Maumee Bay State Park. Her passions included cooking, her beloved dogs (Max and Laney), any trip anywhere with Jon (whether a cruise, a concert, or just to the grocery store), and weekend trips to the state parks. Her favorite park, though, always remained Maumee Bay.
She leaves behind her significant other, Jon R. Eberlin; mother, Patricia J. Paczkowski; brother, Douglas R. Werdehoff; sister, Keryn M. Werdehoff; step-brother, David J. Paczkowski; step-sisters Patty Paczkowski-Williams, Teresa Paczkowski, and Lisa (Justin) Endres as well as her nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her father, Darrell L. Werdehoff; stepfather, David C. Paczkowski; and step-sister, Kim James.
Her family wishes to give special thanks to her medical team and caregivers at Goodman Campbell Brain and Spine (Indianapolis), Dana Cancer Center, Ohioans Home Care, ProMedica private-duty care team, Lakes of Sylvania, and ProMedica Hospice for the compassionate care they provided.
A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2020, between the hours of 11:00 am and 3:00 pm at Maumee Bay State Park, 1750 State Park Road #2, Oregon, Ohio, 43616.
Covid-19 precautions including face covering and social distancing must be followed if attending.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending a tribute/memorial in her memory to ProMedica Hospice or Dana Cancer Center.
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Sandee Tibbs
July 27, 2021
I'm so very sorry she lost her fight. We met on a snorkeling trip a few years ago. She showed me the ropes, like spitting into my mask! She was so sweet and I'm so sorry she's gone. I will never forget her.
Laura and Rick Parsons
November 15, 2020
We will always remember being greeted by Joanelle's wonderful smile and warm, welcoming ways during our many trips to Maumee Bay State Park Lodge. She became our friend, and we will always miss her. Our hearts ache for her family and friends as they continue on without her. Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Tom & Jennifer Berman
November 4, 2020
I remember Jo always being so bubbly and happy when Keryn and I would hang out at her dad’s back in the 90’s. My sincerest sympathies to all her were close to her.
Sara Steele
November 4, 2020
Keeping you all in my heart and prayers during this time. Will always remember the fun us girls had as kids. Love you❤
Gail Brauer
November 4, 2020
Jo was a wonderful friend, with a heart of gold and a beautiful soul who will always remain in my heart and memory. She had the best laugh and a smile that always made you feel better. I'm so blessed our paths crossed and will always charish those memories.
Love gail, friend and coworker
Allison
November 3, 2020
So many fun memories working with Joanelle at Maumee Bay. I will treasure these memories forever!
Charity
November 3, 2020
Beautiful, sweet, loving, kind, caring. She's an angel always has been. Love you always
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