JOE ANN HIDY, age 90, of Washington CH, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Carriage Court of Washington CH.

She was born on June 9, 1934 in Scioto County, Ohio to the late Normal and Viola (Allen) Shope. She was a 1952 graduate of Washington High School. Joe Ann worked as a bookkeeper for Associated Plumbers. She enjoyed sewing, playing cards, and reading.

In addition to her parents, Joe Ann was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Howard Clemans Hidy, whom she married on June 27, 1953; siblings, Norma Jean Blankenship, and Bobby Ray Shope; and her faithful feline companion, Lady.

Survivors include her daughters, Cindy (Robert) Reeves, Susan (Steven Cline) Metais, and Jennifer (Rick) McCoy; grandchildren, Carisa (Brian) Adams, Trent (Ellen) Reeves, Alison (Ben) Strietenberger, Phillip (Courtney) Metais, and Courtney (Joe) Klinker; nine great-grandchildren; and sister, Alberta Niner. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

In keeping with her wishes, cremation has taken place and there will be no formal services. Burial will be held at the Highlawn Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations are suggested to Ohio's Hospice of Fayette County, 222 N. Oakland Ave., Washington CH, OH 43160.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Summers Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com