Obituary: Joan Goldschmidt

Joan Goldschmidt, 84, of Atlanta, passed away Jan. 4, 2020. Joan was born in Washington D.C., and lived most of her life in Atlanta, also spending some time post-retirement in Venice, Fla.

Joan worked for Fulton County in administrative roles in both the public safety and human resources departments. She was an active participant in her community and was a member of Hadassah, B’nai B’rith, and the Venice Newcomers Club. She loved playing mahjong and card games, crafting and spending time with her family.

Joan was preceded in death by her husband Fred Goldschmidt and sisters Pearl and Lucille. Survivors include her children Barry (Barbara) Goldschmidt, Robert (Rosie) Goldschmidt, and Laurie (Michael) Paproski; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1-800-227-2345. A graveside service was held Jan. 6 at Arlington Memorial Park with Rabbi Judith Beiner officiating. Arrangements by Dressler’s Jewish Funeral Care, 770-451-4999.

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