JoAnn Propst Childers, 87 of Route 4 Hickory, went to be with the Lord on January 8, 2023.
JoAnn was born November 15, 1935 in Catawba County to the late Dock Propst and Emma Stilwell. She was a beloved mother and home maker. JoAnn graduated from Hildebran High in 1954 and upon graduation she enrolled at Clevengers Business College; where she then went on to work as a secretary in the trucking industry and then retired from Sams Club where she worked as a food sample vendor. She also delivered Hickory Daily Record newspaper for many years.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband Sandy Childers; and siblings, Hazel Heavner, Josaphine Baker, Louise Abernethy, and Paul Propst.
She is survived by her son, Chris Childers; step-son, Marshall Childers; unofficially adopted son, Alan Cook; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 at 3:00 PM in the Catawba Memorial Park Mausoleum Chapel with Pastor Bert Dixon officiating.
The body will lie-in-state on Wednesday, January 11, 2023 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Service.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church at 1823 3rd Ave SW, Hickory, NC 28602 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
I have many many many wonderful memories of JoAnn. She was like a mother to me. Chris and I had the best of times on her paper route, especially when we convinced her to stop by “ The Wagon” in Longview for hot dogs , French fries and cold Coca Cola.
RIP dear JoAnn
It was a pleasure working with you at Sam’s club.
You were always a sweet and kind lady.
You are reunited with your dear husband.
JoAnn was one of my very best friends until I moved to another city; however we still communicated by phone until she became very ill. Our friendship began when she began coming to Calvary Baptist Church and we were young teenagers. I can honestly say she was such a sweet person _ beautiful on the inside and out! We had many good laughs together and I will never forget those days. She is with her Lord now and is through with suffering. I love you, JoAnn.
Chris, Paul and I are sending our thoughts and prayers to you during these difficult days. Your Mother was always a sweet friend and always had that sweet smile to greet you.
Chris,
We are so sorry for your loss! I remember several Christmases going to visit you and your mom and decorating the Christmas tree. It was always a great visit and she made us feel welcome. I am glad she is reunited with your dad in heaven. I know she loved you incredibly much and you will meet again one day.
Love and prayers,
Courtney and Charlie Dickerson
My love and prayers to the Childers family.