Joanne E. Solarek

Solarek, Joanne of Centerville, passed away on February 14, 2013 . Joanne was born in Oakwood on November 7, 19 28. She graduated from Oakwood High School and Capital University in Columbus and received her Masters Degree at Wright State University . She taught in the Centerville City Schools at Magsig, Hithergreen Middle School , and retired from teaching at the high school after 32 yrs. Joanne was preceded in death by her parents, Edna and “Bass” Center, sister Bonnie Rawers and daughter Sandra Mountain . She is survived by her son , D. William Solarek and his wife Suzanne, brother Richard Center and his wife Joanne, grandsons Kevin(Stephanie) and Kyle Mountain, great grandchild Ethan Mountain, nieces Debbie Gang, Connie Strong, Cindy Hile and nephew Mark Rawers. Joanne was involved with various organizations throughout the years, but her loves of reading, golf, and Indian Lake weekends remained constant. At her request, there will be no public service or memorial but she asks everyone to celebrate her life in their own way. Donations may be made to Ovarian Cancer Alliance of Southwest Ohio or a charity of your choice.