Joann Lore Kersey, of Solomons, MD passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 18, 2014. She is preceded in death by her son, Joseph Lore Kersey and her husband, Alton, of 59 years.

She was raised in Solomons and graduated from Calvert County High School in 1949 and went on to graduate from the College of William and Mary in 1953. While at college she was a member of the Chi Omega Sorority and the Order of the White Jacket. It was in college that she met her beloved Alton and later bought him to Solomons where they had a wonderful life together. Immediately out of school Joann taught in public schools in Newport News, Virginia. She later lived the life of an Army bride for two years and came back to Solomons with her new family.

Joann owned and operated the boat ramp located on Solomons Island for many summers as she enjoyed the people and sunshine. Joann started the Sandpiper Shop as a co-owner and eventually became the sole owner of two shops including the ice cream shop on the boardwalk that her husband personally built for her. She loved meeting new people and enjoyed seeing familiar faces every day while working in her shops. She always had a smile on her face and a great sense of humor.

Joann leaves behind two daughters, Clare (Tim) Chisholm and Melissa (Mike) McCormick and a daughter in law Shirley Kersey as well as grand children. She leaves behind many cousins and relatives that she held very near and dear to her heart. Joann also leaves behind many lifelong friends and her companions Casey and Jack.

The family will receive friends on Monday, April 21, from 5-7 PM at the Rausch Funeral Home, P. A., 20 American Ln., Lusby, MD. A service celebrating her life will be held on Tuesday April 22, 11:00 AM at Middleham Chapel Episcopal Parrish in the Great Hall, 10210 H. G. Trueman Rd., Lusby, MD, with Father David Showers officiating.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Middleham/St. Peter's Parish, P. O. Box 277, Lusby, MD 20657.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.