Joan Athey Francis Faunda, 85, of Dillonvale, OH, formerly of Moundsville, WV, passed away Saturday, June 3, 2017, at Wheeling Hospital.
She was born September 8, 1931, on Wheeling Island, a daughter of the late Charles Athey and Laura Mae Athey Almond. She resided in Moundsville for many years, until moving to Ohio with her husband, James. Joan was a member of Evangelical Friends Church, VFW Post #437, and American Legion Post #3. She was very active in the Friends Church Food Pantry. Joan was a long time employee of The State Food Store in Moundsville, WV.
In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by her first husband, Raymond Francis; one brother, John F. Almond and two sisters, Nancy Jean Athey Karrsch and Connie Athey.
Surviving is her loving husband of almost 20 years, James M. Faunda Sr.; ten children, Peg (Bill) Schaffer, Raymond (Jane) Francis, Debbie (Joe) Brewer, Anthony Lee (Olga) Faunda, John William (Patty) Faunda, Sharon (John) Worwa, James (Lois) Faunda Jr., James (Vicki) Faunda II, Sandra K. Haslam, and Mike Faunda II; two sisters, Judith Marie Athey Fugate and Jane Ann Amons; 20 grandchildren, several great-grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
Family and friends will be received Tuesday, June 6, 2017 from 11 am until time of service at 1 pm, at Altmeyer Funeral Homes, Lutes & Kirby-Vance Chapel, 118 Grant Ave., with Pastor Mark Caprino officiating. Interment will be held at Riverview Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Smithfield Friends Church Food Pantry by clicking here.
Condolences may be left to the family online at www.altmeyerfuneralhomes.com.
May time soften the pain until all that remains is the beauty of the memories and the love , always the love. With deepest Sumpathy.
Healing of hearts for your family may god bless you all fully with having had such a special person in your your who has touched many hearts during her. Stay with this temporary home and heal your hearts for the loss of Joan may you all find peace and comforting during this time amen my heart pours out to all of you Love kelly
Joan was one amazing woman. She taught me so much. Most importantly that there was normal families with good parents in our world. Durning the mid to late 70’s, 77 Arlington Ave. became my 2nd home; my safe place from that other house kitty corner across from there. Oddly enough, after 27yrs in NY, I’ve purchased a home in the same area. I pass hers & Ray’s old home daily and smile, while warm memories flood my mind. Joan took me to buy my 1st bra, to have my ears pierced, swimming, movies, Chinese, the Elks, VFW and everywhere. Debbie was my childhood best friend, more like sisters. We were inseparable. I am saddened over Joan’s passing. Deb, my heart is heavy for you today. Peace & love from your old friend.
The Lord broke the mold when he made her. Truly a kind and caring person. Will be sorely miussed.
My Heartfelt Sympathy to my brother Jim and Joan’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time. Joan was truly a sweet and lovely lady. May she rest in peace.
Love you Aunt Jo. Rest in peace.