Joan Novak Obituary
In loving memory of Joan Novak (Rome, Ohio), who departed this world on May 1, 2026 at the age of 92. Joan leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joan Novak to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, J. W. Austin and Florence Austin (Iverson); her pet Huskies; her close friend Jordan; her husband John W. Novak; her brother Chuck; her siblings-in-law, Carol and Wayne; and her stepsons, Chuck, Clark and Clayton.
She is survived by: her children, Lee (Brenda), Charles and David (Dianne); her stepchildren, Catherine, Chester, Christine and Curtis; and her sister Beverly Cowgill. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren; five great grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to New Lyme Baptist Church or Hand Me Down Dobes (http://www.hmdd.org).
