Joanne Florence Eakin Pontius, 80, formerly of Butler passed away Wednesday July 17, 2019 in Raleigh, NC.
She was born in Beaver, PA on October 3, 1938. Joanne was the Daughter of the late Charles Eakin and Thelma Cranmer Eakin Magill. Joanne was married to William Pontius for 50 years, who proceeded her in death in 2018. She was also proceeded in death by her Sister Marilyn Hardy.
She was a Graduate of Butler High School in 1956 and a Graduate of Presbyterian Hospital School of Nursing in 1960. She worked as a RN at Presbyterian Hospital and Butler Hospital.
Joanne’s greatest love was for her family and friends. She was a member of the Beta Sigma Phi Sorority for over 50 years. She enjoyed attending church, playing bridge, volunteering and eating out with friends.
She is survived by her Son, Douglas and his wife Julie Pontius, of Erie PA; her Daughter Rebecca “Becky” Karidis, of Wake Forest, NC; her beloved Grandchildren Andrei and Natalia Karidis; her Sister Alice (James) Taylor; and 5 Nieces and 2 Nephews and many Grandnieces and nephews.
Family and friends will be received Tuesday, July 23, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12:00 p.m. (noon) at Thompson – Miller Funeral Home, Inc., 124 East North Street, Butler, PA.
Online condolences can be given at www.thompson-miller.com.