Joan E. (Eckhoff) Sherman

September 23, 1941 - January 4, 2018

Joan E. (Eckhoff) Sherman Age 76 of Naples, FL passed away Thursday January 4, 2018. Joan was born on September 23, 1941 in St. Louis, MO to Julius and Ruth Eckhoff. She grew up at Hope United Church of Christ. She married The Reverend Donald W. Sherman in 1962. Together they started their family at Clifton Heights Presbyterian Church in St. Louis. In 1977, they came to Hamilton to serve at The Presbyterian Church. Joan worked as a nurse at Ohio Casualty then worked for Linden Medical. She was the camp nurse, participated in Women’s Association and the Young Couples Group–Trivial Pursuit. In 1990, they moved to Naples, Florida and served the First Presbyterian Church and Vanderbilt Presbyterian Church. It was here that she began her work with Hospice as a home visitation nurse. She was the organizer and First Residence Manager of the Hospice in Naples which is now Avow Hospice. Joan retired in 2002. In every church Joan served as an Elder and/or Deacon, Sunday School Teacher, Stephen Minister Leader and Bell Choir Director. Joan served on the Mission Committee of St. Louis Presbytery and was recognized with her work with Ann Weems, author. Survivors include her beloved husband, Reverend Donald W. Sherman; son Matthew (Kim) Sherman; daughter, Christina (Paige Wheeler) Sherman; grandchildren, Katelyn and Kevin; sister, Judith Owens; brothers, James and John Eckhoff. A memorial service will be held Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. at The Presbyterian Church, 23 South Front Street, Hamilton, Ohio. In lieu of flowers, gifts in Joan’s memory should be made to The Presbyterian Church operating budget. Online condolences are available at www.weigelfuneralhome.com.