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Joan Woodruff Obituary
Joan Elaine Woodruff, 83, died Thursday, June 1, 2023.
Joan was born Nov. 30, 1939, in Carey, to Harry Allen and Zelma Lela (Kinley) Putnam.
Joan graduated from Findlay College in 1972 with a bachelor's degree in Education. She taught second grade at Hardin Northern Schools, Dola, from 1982-2009.
Joan's joy in life was spending time with her family. She married Gerald Keeran on Oct. 5, 1957, and they had two children, Tamara (Rob) Stuber and Calvin (Joy) Keeran. Gerald preceded her in death May 25, 1966. Joan later married Vern Woodruff II on Aug. 21, 1971, and he survives. Together, they had two children, Vern (Carla) Woodruff III and Lisa (Matt) Schott.
She is survived by her children; grandchildren, John (Ashley) Stuber, Justin (Valerie Kohlwey) Stuber, Jesse Stuber, Vern Woodruff IV, Carl Woodruff, Mariann Woodruff, Melea (Zane Whitaker) Allen, and Mason Schott; and great-grandchildren, Claire Stuber, Olivia Stuber, Jaxon Stuber, and Lennox Stuber.
Joan was also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Genny (Reed) Price; grandson, Kaleb Von Allen; and daughter-in-law, Joy Keeran.
Joan was a member of Walnut Grove Methodist Church, Kenton, where a celebration of life service will be 3 p.m. Saturday, June 10, 2023, following visitation from 2-3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hardin Northern Scholarship fund or Walnut Grove Youth Fellowship.
Joan will be remembered for her kind heart and her love of family. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
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Joyce and Vern LaSala
June 7, 2023
Joan was a blessing to all who knew her. She taught so many children at school and church. Joan loved her family and her community. Vern and I send our deepest condolences to all of her family. Celebrate Joan's life and share the stories and her love for each of you.
Jill Schmidt
June 6, 2023
It was truly an honor and privilege to have known Joan. I met Joan thru the Council on Aging transporting her to appointments. I enjoyed our conversations. She was so proud of her Grandchildren! She will be missed by many.
Jo Ann Ruppright Carman
June 6, 2023
Vern, Lisa, and family I am so sorry for your loss. I have such good memories of teaching at HN with Joan. Those days were the best. I know Joan was so proud of your accomplishments. Sending prayers for your family.
Howard Evans
June 4, 2023
My deepest sympathy to the Woodruff family. Joan was my Sunday school teacher at Grace United Methodist Church for several years. She was also in the Entre Nous Mother´s Club with my mother Janice Kay Evans. The entire Woodruff family are in my prayers.
Norma J. Frederick
June 4, 2023
I send my sympathies to all of Joan´s family. She was a dear lady and friend and will be missed. She and I could always find something to discuss. She had so many good ideas. I am glad that she is at peace, but her shoes will not easily be filled. HN lost a very good teacher when she retired. She was always willing to help those in need. I share your sadness.
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