Joan Revis Ledford
April 28, 1932 ~ June 26, 2020
Born in:
Buncombe County, NC
Resided in:
Arden, North Carolina
Joan Revis Ledford, 88, of Arden died Friday, June 26, 2020 at Givens Health Care Center. She was born in Weaverville to Dewey and Fannie Revis on April 28, 1932. She lived her life serving her family and her Lord. She was a dedicated mother, sister and grandmother who had a great passion for life and people. Joan met her husband, Robert Ledford, in high school in Weaverville. They married in June 1951 in the Weaverville Presbyterian Church. Joan supported Bob in his career, remaining in the background, serving with grace and joy all of those with whom she came in contact. She loved her church, Arden Presbyterian, serving wherever possible. She lived her life with the most amazing spirit of love, grace and patience. Even though Joan suffered many years of her life in ill health, yet was always a source of encouragement to others and whose words brought hope. She modeled that faith and family are central and through all things to love well and forgive those who wrong you. Joan enjoyed making flower arrangements and decorating; her flair for creativity made everything she touched beautiful.
Joan is survived by her son, David Ledford (Joni) of Inman, SC; daughter, Jennifer Cox (Tom) of Charlotte, NC; grandchildren, Autumn Ledford of Greer, SC, Kelby Ledford of Nashville, TN Bradley Ledford of Orange, CA, Samuel Cox of Charlotte and Isaac Cox of Charlotte; great grandchildren, Eli Ledford of Greer, SC and Ivy Ledford of Chicago, IL; and great grandchild Ozzy of Greer, SC. Joan is survived by her sister, Viola Rice of Weaverville. Joan was preceded in death by her husband, Bob, son, Robert Lee Ledford, Jr, her brother JD Revis, and her sister Barbara Rogers.
A service celebrating her life will be held outside on the grounds the family farm, 700 Glenn Bridge Rd, Arden on Sunday, July 19, 2020 from 12 to 2 pm. We invite family and friends to join us. Lunch will be provided. In order to properly follow health precautions during this time of Covid, please let us know that you will join us by RSVP at ledfordjoan@gmail.com no later than Monday, July 13, 2020.
The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, please consider sending contributions to the Billy Graham Assoc. or the Samaritan’s Purse, organizations Joan supported and believed in.
Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.
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Joan was not only my sister-in-law, she was my sister in Christ. For many years she was right there with Robert
“for us” when there were needs in our large family. And in more recent years she was there to encourage and
pray with and for us. I will always be thankful for Joan and I treasure the special gifts from her. I know she has
had a wonderful reunion in heaven and I look forward to joining her there in the Lord’s timing.
Dear Jenny,David and family, your mom was a great Christian lady that we were so blessed to know. She was always so kind and generous to everyone. Mary Dot and I have know Joan and Bob seems like forever.They both served their Lord Jesus at Arden Presbyterian Church with the Rev. Ed Graham as their friend and Pastor. Rev Graham is at the same health care facility as Joan with his serious illness.i called him just a few days ago and he was visiting Joan, singing hymns and praying together until the end. Ensuring Joan of her salvation, Says a whole lot about both of them. Joan and Bob together in Heaven forever! Thank you Jesus
David, Jennifer and family..I am so sorry to hear about your Mom but I am confident she is very happy now to be back with your Dad…our family spent lots of weekends at the farm with lots of fun times…I will keep you in my prayers.
Being neighbors most of my life, I have many sweet memories of your mom and family, that I will treasure forever. My heart breaks to hear of her passing and I send prayers of love, comfort and peace. Much love to you all.
Stephanie
Thank you for sharing this beautiful lady with us at Givens. I had the pleasure of getting to know her, she talked about her family and the farm often she was so proud of both. I remember her list of food she had made for Thanksgiving and how much she had to do. She enjoyed that so much. Praying for comfort for this beautiful family at this time of need may God comfort and keep you.
We were neighbors to Miss Joan and Papa Bob for 4 years (Brookwood Meadows). My fondest memories are of Miss Joan sitting on the porch laughing while Papa Bob sprayed water on the boys as they rode their bikes down the street! She was such a patient, kind, gentle person with a heart of gold. I know that she and Bob are in a better place together and they are no longer in poor health. Hugs and prayers of peace and comfort to all!
DEAR DAVID,JENNI & FAMILY, MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU IN YOUR TIME OF LOSS. YOUR MOM
WAS SPECIAL AND A GOOD FRIEND. WE ALL ARE GOING TO MISS HER, MAC
She was a very special person. May your memories of the wonderful times you
shared with your loved one comfort you’ll today and always. Our prayers are with
you.
Sanford and Alice Lewis