Joan Baker Washburn's obituary , Passed away on July 6, 2025 in Roanoke, Virginia

Joan Baker Washburn

September 24, 1939 - July 6, 2025 (85 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

Joan Baker Washburn's obituary , Passed away on July 6, 2025 in Roanoke, Virginia

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Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory

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Joan Baker Washburn

September 24, 1939 - July 6, 2025 (85 years old)

Roanoke, Virginia

Joan Baker Washburn Obituary

The passing of Joan Baker Washburn in Roanoke, Virginia, born in College Park, Maryland leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 6, 2025 at the age of 85. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Cecile Strickler and Paul Strickler; her husband John Washburn; and her siblings, Winnie Daniels, Jackie Vandermellen and Paul Strickler, Jr..

She is survived by: her children, Steven Baker, Michael Baker and Lisa Green (Dan); and her grandchildren, Sidney Green, Jack Green, Kaden Baker, Holt Baker and Cale Baker.

Visitation was held on Monday, July 21st 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:45 PM at the Oakey's South Chapel. A graveside service was held on Monday, July 21st 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Fairview Cemetery (3300 Melrose Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24017).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Good Samaritan Hospice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakey's Funeral Service & Crematory



Mon

July 21

Visitation

Oakey's South Chapel

Mon

July 21

Graveside service

Fairview Cemetery
3300 Melrose Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24017

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