JoAnne Hodgin Scalf
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JoAnne Hodgin Scalf, age 87, passed away on Thursday, July 28, 2022. Born in Guilford County, NC on October 12, 1934, she was the daughter of the late Jay Broughton Hodgin and Elizabeth White Cartland Hodgin. She was also preceded in death by her husband of 59 years, Donald Lee "Coach" Scalf.
A woman of great faith, JoAnne was a longtime member of Lakeside Baptist Church where she often volunteered to help perform a variety of tasks. As a dedicated and supportive wife to her husband Don, she was a master of the behind the scenes work as well as the backbone of all of Don's endeavors. Her instrumental support helped lay the foundation for the success of the NC Wesleyan College Athletics Department as well as the Westridge Swim Club which helped teach hundreds of young children how to swim. In addition, JoAnne provided a helping hand to all those in her community who were in need. Blessed with her deep faith and generous personality, JoAnne would often care for her neighbors in any way that she could. A devoted and loving mother, grandmother, and dear friend to many, JoAnne will always be remembered and forever missed.
JoAnne is survived by her son, Ken Scalf and wife, Sue, of Marietta, GA; her daughter, Kay Scalf of Raleigh; her grandchildren, Kelly and Andrew Scalf; and numerous close friends and extended family.
Public visitation with the family will be held on Friday, August 5, 2022, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Lakeside Baptist Church inside the Sugg Foyer of the Kincheloe Building, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
A Private Family Celebration of JoAnne's life will be held at a later date at Lakeside Baptist Church with Dr. Jody Wright officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in JoAnne's memory to Lakeside Baptist Church, 1501 Sunset Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.