Joan Gaz, age 78, of Elkton, MD, formally of Southington, CT, passed away on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 at Laurelwood Nursing Home in Elkton, MD. She was born June 22, 1936 in Beaver Falls, PA to the late Albert and Josephine (Kislock) Lauch.
Joan loved arts and crafts, especially needle point and cross stitch. She created many beautiful pieces for her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking and was known for her nut rolls. The sacrifices that she and her husband John made for their two children, Dave and Barbara, are greatly appreciated.
She will be greatly missed by her husband of 49 years, John, her son David Gaz and his wife Vivian of Landenberg, PA, and her daughter Barbara Douglas and her husband Rick of Charleston, SC. She has two sisters: Maryanne Fulton of New Castle, CO, and Emma Druschel of Beaver, PA, and 6 loving grandchildren.
In addition to her parents, she is predeceased by her brother, William Lauch.
A Celebration of Life will be held 10 AM on Saturday, October 4, 2014 at Elkton United Methodist Church, 219 E. Main St., Elkton, MD 21921. Family and friends may visit one hour prior beginning at 9 AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contribution checks can be made to “Elkton United Methodist Church” and sent c/o R.T. Foard F.H., 259 E. Main St., Elkton, MD 21921. To send condolences visit www.rtfoard.com.