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Joan Wilson
1941 - 2026
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1941
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2026
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Joan Campbell Wilson
Charleston - Joan Campbell Wilson, 85, passed away peacefully in the early morning hours of Monday, March 3, 2026 in Canton, GA.
Joan was born in Charleston, SC and raised on Riverland Terrace.
Joan will be remembered for her kindness, strength and love for her family and friends. She touched many lives and will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is preceded in death by her parents William and Kate Campbell and sister Connie Campbell. She is survived by her daughter Christa W Fortenberry (Richard), son Michael Gunter (Felecia), grand children Karla Weatherford (Travis), Katie Bee (Travis), Tabitha Oliver (Adam), and 4 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, please celebrate each day with your loved ones as tomorrow is never promised and make a donation to the Shriners Children's Hospital in Greenville, SC @ www.Shriners Hospital.org
A graveside service will be held at
Live Oak Memorial Gardens
3093 Ashley River Rd
Sunday, March 8 at 2:30 pm
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Canton Funeral Home and Cemetery at Macedonia Memorial Park10655 E Cherokee Dr., Canton, GA 30115
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Ann Kelly and Robert "Rah Rah" Smith
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Joan, Rah Rah and I went to James Island High School together in the " good ole days"! Joan and I graduated in 1959 together. Joan was a kind, loving and sweet girlfriend! After we were both married and had children, we attended St James Episcopal Church together. Christa and Michael knew our 3 girls Kelly, Kim and Kristi Smith. Rest in peace Joan- until we meet again. With our love and prayers. Ann & Rah Rah & Kelly, Kim and Kristi
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