Joanie Elizabeth Wishard, 71, of Shippensburg, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at the Embassy of Woodland Park in Orbisonia, PA.
Born November 19, 1954 in Chambersburg, PA, she was a daughter of the late Donald Lee and Joyce Elizabeth Mason Thomas.
Joanie attended Chambersburg Area High School and worked for Stanley Clothing Company and Staples Inc.
Joanie loved shopping, making crafts, playing cards and games with her family, cooking, and hosting everyone on the holidays. She loved attending car shows and was a fan of Elvis Presley.
Joanie is survived by her husband of 26 years, Donald Wishard, and her two sons, Darren Crawford, Jason Crawford, a grandchild Chloe Crawford, and many nieces and nephews. Joanie is survived by her sister, Wanda Stoner.
Joanie was preceded in death by her niece, Shawna Scott Sawyer.
A graveside burial will take place on 2 p.m. Friday, October 2, 2026 at Zion Union Cemetery, Bennett Avenue, Mercersburg, PA.
Arrangements by Fries Funeral Home Inc., Mercersburg, PA
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