Joan Showalter

August 13, 1927 - May 14, 2020

Joan D. Showalter (nee Darby), age 92, passed away Thursday, May 14, 2020. Loving mother of Paul Scott (Cindy), Stan, and Ann Norton (Mike). Sister of Phyllis Darby. Cherished grandmother of Erin Justice (John), Rob Norton, Kelly Rogers (John), Cornelia Showalter (Stephen Byers). Great-grandmother of Allison & Andrew Justice and Caroline Rogers. She is preceded in death by her parents Creg B. and Lela M. Darby, brother Jim Darby, son Mark (Virginia), and granddaughter Katie. Joan grew up in Celina Ohio and attended Otterbein University with a major in Merchandising. Joan was an honest, modest, and humble person. She enjoyed reading, playing bridge, and attending theater performances. Joan touched the lives of many, but especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her love and devotion were unconditional and unwavering. She will always be with them in their hearts. Memorial Contributions can be made to your local food bank. A memorial service will be held at a later date.