Joann Ruth Mathews

July 1, 1945 - December 4, 2020

Joann Ruth Mathews, 74, of Crawfordsville, IN, passed away at 7:35 A.M. Friday December 4, 2020 at her home in Crawfordsville, IN. She was born on July 1, 1945 in Hoopeston, IL, the daughter of Raymond and Ruth (Pyle) Cronkhite. Joann married Dean Mathews and together they had four children. She is survived by 3 of her children, Elizabeth Hecker of Lafayette, IN, Rachel Mathews of Danville, IL, and Joel Mathews of Williamsport, IN. She is also survived by her brother, Glen (Joyce) Cronkhite of Danville, IL; five grandchildren, James Hecker, Eric Miles, Micheal Mathews, Joshua Mathews, and Sarah Mathews; five great-grandchildren, Kada Miles, Tyson Miles, Canian Miles, DeKarter Mathews, and DeKarcier Mathews; and three nieces Debbie, Suzi, and Heather Cronkhite. She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Rebecca Mathews; one brother, Daniel Cronkhite; and her late husband. Joann enjoyed reading and being with her church family. She was a member of the Church Alive in Crawfordsville, IN, where she also taught Sunday School once a month. For many years, she worked as a nurse at Lakeview Hospital located in Danville, IL, before moving to Indiana and continuing her work there until her retirement. A graveside service will be held on Friday, December 11, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. at Floral Hill Cemetery located in Hoopeston, IL. Due to the Covid restrictions we kindly ask that face coverings be worn, and social distancing is maintained by those who attend. Memorials may be made to Donor’s Choice.