Joan L. Blythe Sanders Obituary
In loving memory of Joan L. Blythe Sanders (Union Bridge, Maryland), born in Akron, Ohio, who departed this world on March 1, 2026 at the age of 88. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Hubert J. Blythe and Ruth Ann Myers Blythe; her grandparents, Samuel, Pearl Myers (McBarnes), James and Lilli Emma Blythe (Satterfield); her husband Donald E. Sanders; and her brother Hubert "Bud" Blythe.
She is survived by: her children, Mark Sanders (Joyce), Elizabeth Bassett (David) and Kathleen McDowell; her grandchildren, Zachary Sanders (Chrissy), Courtney Sanders, Katie Robine, Daniel Bassett (Alex), Jessica Kolb (Vince), Austin McDowell and Brennan McDowell; her great grandchildren, Benjamin and Lydia Sanders; her grandchildren, Lily, Sarah, Ella Robine, William Bassett, Delaney, Harlynn and Thomas Kolb IV; and her sister-in-law Sandy Blythe.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the American Heart Association, or to the charity of one's choice.
