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Joanne Skipper Roney

1932 - 2019

BORN

1932

DIED

2019

FUNERAL HOME

J. Henry Stuhr Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street

Charleston, South Carolina

Joanne Roney Obituary

Joanne Skipper Roney Charleston - Joanne Skipper Roney, 87, of Charleston, South Carolina, widow of Grady Glenn Roney entered into eternal rest Friday, May 17, 2019. Her funeral service will be held Sunday, May 19, 2019 in J. HENRY STUHR, INC. DOWNTOWN CHAPEL, 232 Calhoun Street at 2:00 p.m. Entombment will be private. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service Stuhr's Downtown Chapel. Joanne was born March 27, 1932 in Kingstree, SC, daughter of the late Ralph N. Skipper and Vera Baxley Skipper. She attended Winthrop College. Joanne was an integral part of Berkeley Drugs and co-owned Rent One, working side by side with her husband of 53 years. She was known for her strong faith, having been a longtime member of Northwood Assembly and most recently at James Island Baptist Church. She is survived by three daughters; Tamara Saunders of Simpsonville, SC, Dionne Lenn Roney of Charleston and Annette Drachman (Ken) of Charleston; brother, Danny Skipper of Charleston, SC; five grandchildren: Dustin Drachman (Erika), Adam Drachman, Brad Saunders (Brittany), Andrew Saunders and Katie Saunders; and nephews and nieces: David Whittington (Lisa), Beth MacNaughton (Robert), Caroline Soomsawasdi and Sam Skipper. She was preceded in death by her son, Samuel Earl Roney; and son-in-law, Mark Saunders. Memorials may be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 508 Hampton Street, SU 200, Columbia, SC 29201. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com. Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from May 17 to May 18, 2019.

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Anne Hook

May 20, 2019

I was so sorry to learn this. She was such a lovely lady. Praying for you.

Susan Warren

May 20, 2019

At James Island Baptist Church, we were so very saddened to hear about Joanne's passing. What a sweet lady she was. I appreciated her support and care so much! We have missed her worshiping with us each Sunday. We rejoice knowing that she is with our Heavenly Father. I would love to speak with Annette. Please call the church office at 843-762-0244 and ask to speak to Susan.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family! Many Blessings!

May 19, 2019

Sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. Praying for peace and strength for family. Alice T Hilyer, JIBC

Randy & Jan Collins

May 19, 2019

So sorry to hear about Mrs. Roney. Our condolences to the family. May She Rest In Peace.

Pat ~

May 18, 2019

Annette and other family-From everything I read and knew of your mother I conclude she was an amazing woman and loved her family dearly. I am so sorry for your loss and hope the grief will be lessened by the knowledge of her long life on this earth and her contributions while here. May she rest in peace at the feet of our Heavenly Father.

Linda Austin

May 18, 2019

So very sorry for your loss. She was a very nice lady. Sending prayers.

Bonnie saunders

May 18, 2019

Tamara, We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your mother. Please know that you and family are in our prayers. We love you and may God Bless. Lowell and Bonnie Saunders

Beverly Parsons Coons

May 17, 2019

Joanne was the most gracious and graceful lady I have ever known, and I loved her dearly. She was so beautiful inside and out. She will be greatly missed. My love and prayers are with her family.

Annette Waters

May 17, 2019

Annette, Tamara, and Dionne

Annette Waters

May 17, 2019

Annette, Tamara, and Dionne - For the past 30+ years your mom has held a place in my heart and my heart is hurting for each of you in your loss. She was a truly wonderful woman and I have always felt loved in her presence. She will so be missed. I pray for the peace that only God can give for each of you and your entire family.

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May

19

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

J. Henry Stuhr Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401

May

19

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

J. Henry Stuhr Downtown Chapel

232 Calhoun Street, Charleston, SC 29401

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