Joann Hively

Joann Hively, 80, of Goshen passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, on October 18, 2026, at Esther's House in Elkhart.

She was born on July 8, 1946, in Kanawha County, West Virginia, to Alfred Anderson Kincaid and Leila Hester (Rucker) Kincaid.

On May 3, 1966, in Clendenin, West Virginia she married William “Pete” Hively, who survives along with their son, Jeffrey Michael (Sandra) Hively, Milford.

In addition to her husband and son, Joann is survived by her siblings, Fred Thornton of Big Chimney, West Virginia; Celesta Lucille Bridwell of Ripley, West Virginia; and Nina Valoree Elmore and Verna Morine Light both of Clendenin, West Virginia, and many nieces and nephews.

Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, John Samuel Kincaid.

Joann enjoyed a variety of activities throughout her life. She especially enjoyed gardening, canning, holiday cooking and entertaining, and spending time with those she loved.

Joann will be remembered for her love of family, and the warmth she brought to holiday gatherings and family celebrations. Her presence will be deeply missed by those who knew and loved her.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 22, 2026, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home, Goshen, followed by a funeral service at 1 p.m. Pastor Fred Curry will officiate.

Burial will follow in New Paris Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be directed to New Paris Full Gospel Community Church, 68275 Co. Rd. 23, New Paris, IN 46533.

May her memory be a blessing to all who loved her.