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Joan Runey Croghan

1935 - 2021

BORN

1935

DIED

2021

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Charleston, South Carolina

Joan Croghan Obituary

Joan Runey Croghan Charleston - Joan Runey Croghan, 85, of Charleston, SC, entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, January 20, 2021. Joan was born on January 25, 1935 in Charleston, SC, a daughter of LeRoy Joseph Runey and Alma Branford Runey. She was a graduate of Bishop England High School. Joan enjoyed a 40 year career in the banking industry, retiring from what is now Bank of America. She was a lifelong, devout Catholic and participated in the choir at both Sacred Heart and Blessed Sacrament. Joan always had fond memories of her involvement with the Tuna Fish Club and the Bank Girls. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Daniel L. Croghan; her son, Daniel L. Croghan, Jr. (Meg); grandchildren, Daniel L. Croghan III and Lauren Croghan; her sister, Barbara R. Detyens and numerous nieces and nephews. Due to COVID concerns, her Mass of Christian Burial and Rite of Committal will be private. Online condolences may be offered at www.CharlestonFunerals.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Bishop England High School, 363 Seven Farms Dr, Daniel Island, SC 29492. Arrangements by JAMES A. MCALISTER, Inc. (843) 766-1365 Visit our guestbook at legacy.com/obituaries/charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Jan. 20 to Jan. 21, 2021.

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Tissy and ralph Principe

January 24, 2021

Dan, Danny, Meg and Lauren we were so sorry to hear about Joan. We have such good memories of sitting with you guys in fair and foul weather at a football, basketball or lacrosse game watching our grandchildren in whatever season or sport. Being with you always made the games more fun. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

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Josie Craig

January 23, 2021

Mr. Croghan, Danny and family, my condolences go out to you during this difficult time. You are in my prayers.

Eleanor Rowland Tolley

January 23, 2021

My thoughts and Prayers are with you, Dan. Eleanor, Class of '54.

Anne D. Kisabeth

January 22, 2021

My heartfelt condolences go out to the Croghan family. Joan Croghan was a dear, wonderful lady, who will be sorely missed by all.

Walter and Stephanie Frick

January 21, 2021

To Dan and family, we will keep you all and Joan in our prayers. We will certainly miss seeing her at Blessed Sacrament and our conversations on the Tuna Fish Club.

“Eternal rest grant unto her, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her. May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.”

Harold Burk

January 21, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. I have Many good memories of Joan! I always enjoyed chatting with Joan and Dan when I was in Charleston. She always bought a smile to my face when I saw them. May God light shine upon her!

Tom O'Brien

January 21, 2021

Dan/Danny, so sorry to hear about Joan's passing. She was a wonderful woman and I was honored to know her. May she rest in peace.

Raymond Lloyd

January 21, 2021

I'm so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. I have good memories of Dan and Joan at Sacred Heart. My parents sang in the choir with them.
She always had smile when I saw them. God bless. May God light shine upon her. RIP

Tommy & Anna Gerken

January 21, 2021

So sorry to see the passing of our good neighbor. We extend our deepest sympathy to Dan and the entire family. We will keep you in out thoughts and prayers. May she Rest In Peace.

Aileen Lord

January 21, 2021

My heart sunk when I saw Joan’s name in today’s obituary. We worked together at what was known as C&S at the time. I think of her often and her lovely personality. She always has her hair done and lipstick on. She was “no nonsense “ and didn’t take any “garbage “ from anyone. I have made her cherry dump cake recipe for years. I always smile when I pull out the recipe card and picture her. She made me laugh and was a very classy lady! She will continue to live on in my mind and heart forever. My deepest sympathies to her family! What a great and sad loss.

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