JoeAnn McCartney Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

JoeAnn McCartney, age 73, passed away Friday April 29, 2011 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Rising Sun, Ohio on August 18, 1937. JoeAnn was employed as an administrative secretary at Owens Illinois for many years, after which she held a position with the State of Ohio until her retirement. JoeAnn enjoyed gardening, antiquing and was very proud of her impressive collection of beautiful glass wares and decorative owls. She was a member of the National Fenton Glass Society and Fenton Glass Collectors of America. Family was everything to JoeAnn, she loved her grandchildren and was very elated at the recent birth of her newest great grandchild, Riley. JoeAnn will be remembered for her spirited way and willingness to share her vast array of worldly knowledge. JoeAnn is survived by her husband, David McCartney; daughter, Juli (Karl) Krabach; step- daughters, Jennie McCartney, Deanna Kraft; step-sons, Mike (Evie), Jim (Aimee) and Doug (Marie) McCartney; 12 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her mother, Doris Steinmetz and sister, Laura Warner. A warm thank you to Hospice of Northwest Ohio for their comforting support through this very difficult time. A memorial service will be held 11:00am Tuesday in the Ansberg-West Funeral Home 3000 Sylvania Avenue where friends are invited to visit after 10:00am. Private interment in Ottawa Hills Memorial Park. Contributions in JoeAnn's memory may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio.

JoeAnn McCartney

August 18, 1937 - April 29, 2011