Joan Gravley Hess, age 84, of Sanford, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026.
Joan was preceded in death by her parents, James Gravley and Annie Gravley, and her brothers, James and Jerry Gravely.
She is survived by her children, Jim Hess, Juanita Hagerty (John), John Hess (Malissa), Jason Hess (Laurie), Robin Osmar (John), and Annie Highberger (Kevin); nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren; five sisters.
A Celebration of Life will be held on November 14, 2026, from 2:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the dining hall of the Madison-Mayodan Recreation Department, 300 S 2nd Ave, Mayodan, NC 27027.
Condolences may be sent to www.coxmemorialfuneralhome.com.
The family has entrusted services to Cox Memorial Funeral Home & Crematory of Vass.
