Mary Joan Callahan

Mary Joan Callahan, age 94, passed away on Monday August 11th 2025 at Kobacker House in Columbus Ohio. She was born June 3rd, 1931 to the late T. Herman and Sarah Jones. Joan, as she was known to everyone, is survived by her son Tom (Amy) Callahan, daughter-in-law Anne Callahan, granddaughters Megan Callahan, Caitlin (Nathan) Lane and Brenna Callahan and grandson Evan (Khayla) Callahan. She cherished her great-grandchildren Sylas, Lilith and Eleanor. She also leaves behind her sisters Jeanene Collins, Delores Stewart, Martha Humphreys, brother Tom Jones and many nieces, nephews, and other loved extended family members. Joan was preceded in death by her husband Floyd and her sons Floyd Edwin Callahan Jr. and William Michael Callahan. So many lucky individuals had the opportunity to experience the love that came from Joan Callahan. If you ever stopped by her home for a visit, you were always greeted with open arms and a delicious meal. Joan found joy in family, and everyone who crossed her path became a part of that family. She was so proud of her children and grandchildren, taking every opportunity to share stories and photos of them. She was a lifelong member of Christ United Methodist Church and loved her church family deeply. Joan enjoyed her weekly bridge club parties with her close friends. She was proud to live in Jackson and she and Floyd spent many Friday evenings with her brother Tom watching their Ironmen on the football field. Her Saturdays were spent cheering for the Ohio State Buckeyes and her son Tom could always expect a call right after the game. She loved celebrating during the Apple Festival where her door was always open to everyone to enjoy her famous veals and apple dumplings. Joan spent her last few months in Johnstown. She was so happy to be close to her sisters again, enjoying bingo nights, card games and birthday lunches. A Celebration of Life for Joan will be held on Saturday September 13th, 2025 at 1pm at Mayhew Brown Funeral Home. The family will receive friends two hours prior to the service from 11-1pm. Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and prayers for Joan’s family and friends. We know that she is with her beloved Floyd and they are dancing and full of joy to be together again.

Mary Joan Callahan

June 3, 1931 - August 11, 2025