She is survived by her husband, Allen Cheatham Adams; children, Mary A. Marks (Steve), Kevin Adams (Terri), Diane Shuster (Jeff); her grandchildren, Christopher Marks, Christine Adams, Tommy and Wayne Meadows; and her brother, William McGhee.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Pauline McGhee; her sister, Judy M. King; and her brothers, Robert McGhee and Frank McGhee.
Graveside services will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, July 15 at Williamsburg Memorial Park.
The family would like to express a special thank you to Hospice House.
Memorial contributions in Joan’s honor may be made to Hospice House, 4445 Powhatan Pkwy, Williamsburg, VA 23188 or towards Alzheimer's research. Online condolences may be expressed at www.nelsencares.com.