Jean Marie Poling

Jean Marie Poling, 71 of Meadville, passed away on November 18, 2023, at Embassy of Park Ave., Meadville. Jean was born on March 30, 1952, to the late Blaine and Frances (Davidson) Ganster. She worked as a homemaker for her family.

Jean was a Christian by faith. She enjoyed crocheting, crafting, and coloring. She had a vast collection of stuffed animals, her favorite being her stuffed bunny “Butterscotch” as well as a collector of skulls, dragons, and Disney memorabilia. She loved the Looney Tunes, especially the Tasmanian Devil and loved football. An avid NASCAR fan, Jean especially loved Dale Earnhardt, Sr., and Jr. Most of all she loved spending time with her friends and loved ones.

She married her beloved husband: Donald E. Poling on August 28, 1990. He preceded her in death on April 20, 2017. Left to cherish her memory are her children: Ryan (Bridget) Running, of Saegertown, Step-sons: Sean (Brenda) Poling and Dennis Poling and their families, grandchildren: Willow (Camrin), John “J.C.”, Kaleb, Rylance, and Brentley, great-grandchild: Harper, brother: Richard (Patty) Ganster, and cousin: Paul (Anita Carpenter) Seaman.

Jean was preceded in death by her husband and parents.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the ROBERT W. WAID FUNERAL HOME, 581 CHESTNUT ST., MEADVILLE.

A memorial service will be announced at a later date.

Memories and condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.waidfuneralhome.net