Obituaries
Joanne C. Brown, 74
July 20, 1948 - May 03, 2023
Joanne C. Brown, 74, resident of Abbeyville Nursing Home since 2014, entered eternal rest on May 3, 2023, at LGH. Born in Camden, NJ on July 20, 1948, she was the daughter of the late Rogers Crosby, Dorothy C. Sheppard and stepfather, David Sheppard. She moved to Lancaster in 1962 and attended J.P. McCaskey High School, was a member of Ebenezer Baptist Church, and the Eastern Stars Chapter #56 of Lancaster.
She will be remembered for her dedication as a Girl Scout Leader for 50 years, working as the kitchen manager at Domestic Violence Services (CAP) from 1993 – 2012, spending several years working for Sears & Costco, KD Tools from 1969-1987, and her years at RCA and Young’s Funeral Home. In her free time, she enjoyed arts & crafts and making jewelry. Most importantly she loved the Lord with her whole heart, and she had a special love for everyone she met and made them feel special.
Joanne is survived by her son Demetrius Brown (Kathy), a daughter Priscilla Glover, siblings: Marion Smith McKoy (Monroe), Nataline Walker (Calvin), Leola Salapeh, Rose Anderson (Harold), Sidney Sheppard, 3 step brothers: Howard (Gail), John (Linda), Charles, and a step sister Patsy Sheppard, 3 granddaughters: Jasmine (Mike), Jessica and Justina, a step grandson Anthony Hurd (Stephanie), 6 great grandchildren: Trevon, Teagan, Jermaine, Johanna, Kalleb, and Kyon, 2 step great grandchildren: Alexander & Andre, a God daughter Helen Johnson, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts & friends.
A Viewing will be held at the Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory, 414 E. King St. Lancaster, PA 17602 from 6 PM – 8 PM, on Friday, May 12, 2023. Guests will be greeted on Saturday, May 13, 2023, at Ebenezer Baptist Church, 701 N. Lime St. Lancaster, PA 17602, from 9 AM – 10:30 AM with a Homegoing service honoring Joanne beginning at 11 AM. Interment to follow at Mellinger Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Ebenezer Baptist Church Outreach Ministry, at the address above. Please include Outreach in the memo.
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Condolences to the Family
May 20, 2023
My condolences to the family of Joanne. I had the pleasure of working with her at Sears. She always had a story to share and she always left me with words of encouragement. I’m very glad to have crossed your path.
Cynthia Ligon
May 12, 2023
The family have my condolence my God bless and keep each and everyone Sandy
Cassandra Owens
May 12, 2023
From your family in Charlotte, we send prayers, condolences, and love as we memorialize Cousin Joann. She was a beautiful person who I will always remember. Sending hope, strength and sympathy! Marlo & Carter
May 11, 2023
I loved Joann. I worked with her at Penn Laurel Girl Counsel. She was a joy to work with. I could always count on her. She had a great since of humor.
Debora Murray
May 11, 2023
Joanne was delight and a true blessing for domestic violence survivors. always there to give a helping hand. always had a beautiful smile and good advice. sadly will be missed. deepest sympathy to the family xx . Jan k
May 11, 2023
I had the pleasure of 5 years taking care of Joanne 3 nights a week. Her stories were rib tickling. God had truly gained another beautiful soul. Godspeed my dear.
Mary Nester
May 11, 2023
You made everyone laugh and made sure they were fed. You were a strong woman and you had a beautiful heart. Watch over us! Rest in Heaven, We love you
Your Niece,
Dominique
May 11, 2023
The family have my love and condolences may God comfort your heart as you go through this sad and different time love you all
Barbara Jones
May 11, 2023
Miss your interesting stories!
Priscilla
May 11, 2023
Family Her laugh,Her smile, Her spirit will be forever missed but always remain in my memories and close to my heart. I pray that this brings you comfort and peace in the coming days. I love you all so good Priscilla and Demetrius. Love your Godsister Peaches……
May 10, 2023
My thoughts are with the family, but fly high Miss Joanne!! I will always remember your big smile and your big heart. And how we did crafts with you at break time at Sears. You are home now, rest easy, until we meet again.
Pam Wise
May 07, 2023
My heart is heavy for my step sister going to miss you Joanne
Charles Sheppard
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- Friday, May 12, 2023
- 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
- Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory
- 414 East King Street
- Lancaster, PA 17602
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- Saturday, May 13, 2023
- 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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- 701 N. Lime St.
- Lancaster, PA 17602
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- Saturday, May 13, 2023
- 11:00 AM
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