Joan Downs Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Joan Downs (Mansfield, Ohio) is shared. Joan, born on October 29, 1944, passed away on August 16, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Downs to pay them a last tribute.
Joan will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Joan by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Joan is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Joan’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Kenneth Bender and Opal Bender (Lambright); and her sister Judy Parker. She is survived by: her husband Larry S. Downs; her son Michael Downs (Brenda) of Mansfield; her grandchildren, Jarrod Downs (Dana) and Allyson Downs; her great grandchild Elizabeth; and her siblings, Ruth Purk, Eleanor Nelligan and Jim Bender. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
