Joan Marie Egan's Obituary
Joan Marie Egan, 84, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2023.
She was born on May 14, 1939 to Bruce and Gay Lawther, in Alliance, Ohio where she spent the majority of her life.
A 1957 graduate of Alliance High School, she became a registered nurse upon her graduation from the Aultman School of Nursing in 1960.
For 30+ years, she dedicated herself to the compassionate profession of nursing, spending time as the head nurse of the Alliance Community Hospital Emergency Room, in the recovery room and as a supervisor.
She is preceded in death by her parents; her two sons, Shawn Reda and Todd Reda; and by her two brothers, Don Lawther and Jerry Lawther.
She is survived by her son, Chad (Pattie) Reda of Longwood, FL; her daughter, Heather Reda of Alliance; a daughter-in-law, Eleni Siatra of Richmond, IN; two granddaughters; numerous extended family members and countless close friends.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, August 15, 2023 from 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm at Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home. Her Memorial Service will begin at 7:00 pm with Pastor Bob Miller, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions in Joan’s honor to the Stark County Humane Society or to the Stark County Sheriff's Office Dog Warden Division or to Angels for Animals.
You are invited to view Joan's tribute wall, offer condolences and share memories at www.sharerfuneralhome.com. Arrangements are by the Sharer-Stirling-Skivolocke Funeral Home.
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