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Carol “Joan” Cover Kohl, 94 of Sebastian, FL passed away peacefully on January 10, 2024 at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 1, 1929 in Johnstown, PA to Emma Zwick Cover and Edward David Cover. She graduated from Charters Township High School and Washington Hospital School of Nursing.
She married Arthur C. Smock in 1950. During the Korean War she worked as a RN at Aberdan Proving Grounds Army Base. After the war, she and Arthur moved to Lorain, Ohio and raised 3 daughters: Susan Smock (Thurman) Watkins, Patricia (Julie Meyers) Smock and Sandra (John) Swan. She is survived by 4 grandsons: Daniel, Matthew, Nick, Michael Swan and 1 granddaughter, Rachel Meyers and her dear cat Charlie.
Joan worked many different roles as a nurse; emergency room, pediatrics, industrial nursing at American Ship Building in Lorain, OH, and as a school nurse and for both Lorain and Lucas Co. Health Departments.
She was preceded in death by her parents and younger brother David Edward Cover. She also lost her longtime companion and soulmate, Richard Akenberger of Toledo, OH.
Contributions may be made in Joan’s memory to: Indian River Humane Society or VNA of Indian River County.
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Judy Johnson
January 11, 2024, 8:04 pm
Susan, so sorry to see this obit! Sending my sincere condolences on the loss of your Mom. Sending hugs!
Judy
Harry Wilson Esther Reeb
January 11, 2024, 8:42 pm
She was such a beautiful lady always open for conversation and great advice we were so glad to have met her God Bless her and family
Dawn Durling
January 12, 2024, 4:08 am
What a sweet lady❤️ I met Joan and Dick in 2002 when I moved in behind them. They were always so nice! I loved the Faith that Joan had and the love of life ❤️
My condolences to all her family.