Joan Joyce Awalt, age 71, of Newport, North Carolina (formerly of Friendship, WI) died Thursday, May 20, 2010 at the Pitt County Memorial Hospital in Greenville, North Carolina.
Funeral services will be 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, May 26, 2010 at the Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Rev. John K. Stake will officiate. Friends may call at Roseberry’s Funeral Home on Wednesday from 4 p.m. until the time of service.
Interment, at a later date, will be at the Riverside Cemetery, Dunseith, North Dakota.
Joan was born August 10, 1938 in Monroe Center, Wisconsin to George H. and Katie (Allen) Anderson. She married Marshall L. Awalt on August 2, 1958 in Bainbridge, Georgia. After moving around a lot with her husband in the Marine Corps, They bought a farm in North Carolina, where she lived since 1968 except for the 9 years she lived in Friendship taking care of her Mother before going back to North Carolina.
Joan enjoyed genealogy, puzzles, gardening, flowerbeds, and playing games on the computer. She loved watching the wildlife in the back yard of their farm, which included bobcats, raccoons, and bear; and feeding the deer, squirrels, and hummingbirds. Joans favorite bird was the cardinal, with its bright red color.
Joan was preceded in death by parents, George and Katie Anderson; brother, Alvin Anderson Sister-in-law: Valerie Anderson; and sister, Violia Anderson.
Survivor include her
Husband: Marshall Awalt of Newport, North Carolina
Daughter: Marcia (Craig) Verkerke of LaPlatta, MD
Daughter: Marshell (Ken) Lavoie of Havelock, NC
Grandson: James R. Verkerke of LaPlatta, MD
Brother: Charles (Helen) Anderson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Brother: Everett (Janet) Anderson of Biron, Wisconsin
Sister: Vivian (Egund) Nelson of Camp Douglas, Wisconsin
Sister: Jeanette Bandt of Friendship, Wisconsin
Further survived by other relatives and friends.
Dear Marshell,
We was so shocked to see your Mom’s Passing in the paper. I always loved your Mom. She was always so sweet and friendly. WE are so sorry for your loss. I know she was a wonderful Mom because she was a wonderful olady. Take care and know our prayers and thoughts re with you and your family. love, Susie and Curtis a
I’m sorry for your loss.
Marshell & Marcia,
We are so sorry for you loss. I want you to know that I am here for you whenever you need a hug.
So sorry to hear of your loss. We used to live down the road from the Anderson family in Monroe Center and Joan would babysit for us there and also after we moved to Friendship. I have fond memories of her. You have my deepest sympathy.
Uncle Mud,
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sincerely,
Scott & Karen
So many years since 1956 and I don’t know if I was ever at a reunion when Joan was there.Anyway,I didn’t recognize her until I read her maiden name.I send my deepest sympathy to her family. It must be so hard to lose you loved one,just be glad for the good memories.Again,Deepest Sympathy.
Charlie, Helen and family, So sorry on the loss of your sister. May God comfort you during this time
So very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Quinn,Janet April and Paige Heslin