Wednesday, January 1, 2014
My deepest sympathy to the family of JoAnn. She was a wonderful friend with a beautiful spirit for life. Her faith carried her through a difficult time. I will miss her very much. Jesse,you have my deepest sympathy. -Ella Beasley I enjoyed Mrs. Beach's song ministry at Johnsontown Bible Church in Hedgesville, WV. She could really tell a story with her singing and had such a wonderful testimony. I attended a cookie swap that she also attended one holiday season and was so touched by the testimony she gave. Her love for our Saviour was so evident in her life. She's singing for the Master now, and for that I'm very grateful. It was a pleasure to know her. God bless you as you carry on without her. I'm praying for the family. Sincerely, Jenny Jack What words can I say that will express both my sorrow of JoAnn's passing and my privilege to have known her. She always made me feel so welcome in her house and along with her husband Dick, provided such wonderful role models. Some of my fondest memories as a teen, were sitting in the lodge at Vermont on a rainy day. It was there that I found myself reading her numerous Readers Digest books, shelved in nice library fashion. As simple as it seems, the tranquility of those moments were felt and appreciated by a somewhat impetuous 15 year old. JoAnn's faith was wonderfully strong. Her patience, empathy and love of her family will be greatly missed. God Bless you JoAnn and help guide those of us down here to emulate you. Thank you for counting me among your friends. Jesse, So sorry to hear about your Mom. I have many fond memories of her sitting in her chair wrapping her hair or reading from her Bible. She was very compassionate and kind and offered a world of knowledge. Too bad I was too young to appreciate it!!!I hope you are doing well. God Bless, Shawna. So sorry to hear of JoAnn's passing. We remember her singing in church when we lived in N.Y.It was beautiful. I know she will be missed. Our prayers are with you all. Love, John & Judith Bancroft ;
