Elizabeth Joan (Zimmerman) Tedrow

Elizabeth Joan Tedrow, 94, daughter of the late Carl Edgar and Louise (Striker) Zimmerman, passed away Sunday, August 31, 2025.  She was predeceased by her husband, George Clifford Tedrow, after 49 years of marriage, and her son, George Clifford Tedrow, Jr.  Joan led a full life.  She married at 17, after graduation from Monessen High School.  She worked part time at the Monessen/Donora/Charleroi Credit Bureau for three years, went to night school to become an Income Tax preparer, and worked for Mellon Bank for 15 years.  Always wanting to have a big family, she had five children.  Surviving are four children, Candace, John (Barbara), William (Jackie), and Chris; 13 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; and seven great great grandchildren.  Joan enjoyed having lunch at Center in the Woods, listening to the Jam Session, and socializing with her friends there.  She was a warm, generous, and caring person, and will be missed by many, including her partner of 20 years, Sam.  Special thanks to Amedysis and Concordia Hospice for their part in taking wonderful care of her.  Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements entrusted to the J. William McCauley, Jr. Funeral Home, West Newton.  Condolences may be left at http://www.mccauleyfuneralhome.com.

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