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1930 - 2021
Joan Joy Wilkes Massey, 90, of Proctorville, OH, passed away on Thursday, January 21, 2021 at home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Saint Lawrence and Cora Wilkes; her husband, James Massey; and all of her brothers and sisters. She is survived by five children, Jack (Becky) Estep, Jeff (Teresa) Massey, Jill Prather, Joe Massey, and Judy (Ed) Davis; nine grandchildren, Jackie, Kerry, Lori, Jim, Sam, Jessica, Evan, Emma and Olivia; 4 great grandchildren; 3 great great-grandchildren; and a very special niece, Vivian Riddle. Those who knew Joan knew her as a fiercely loving daughter, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Joan enjoyed her family, crossword puzzles, reading, and Hallmark movies. She loved sweets and could always be found near the dessert table at any family gathering. Joan worked hard raising her family. She was a whiz at doing a lot with a little during her life. Joan was the last member of her generation of her family and the last original “Wilkes Girl.” She was sassy, independent and, most importantly, Joan was loved by her family. Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, a private service will be held. Burial will be at Rome Cemetery. The family hopes to have a Celebration of Joan’s Life to be held at a later date when we can all share memories and embrace with heartfelt hugs. Hall Funeral Home and Crematory, Proctorville, OH, is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family at ehallfuneralhome.com.
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