Joanne (Jodi) T. Eitel

Joanne (Jodi) T. Eitel, 72, of Groveport, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2026. She was born on January 19, 1954, in Swindon, England, to Frank and Marie (McGuckin) Hawthorn.

Jodi was a proud member of the Groveport Moose and retired from DSCC. She enjoyed riding motorcycles alongside her beloved husband, Jerry, and spending time watching her favorite cooking shows. Above all, Jodi cherished her family and the many special relationships she held close to her heart.

In addition to her parents, Jodi was preceded in death by her brother, Bud Hawthorn; her sister, Donna Hawthorn; and her parents-in-law, Gene and Mary Eitel.

She leaves behind her loving husband of 55 years, Jerry; her children, Jen (Ronnie) Large and Shelby Jackson; and her cherished grandchildren, Allyson (Evan) Dort, Michael Gardner, Wyatt Gardner, CJ (Anthony) Jackson, and Alex (Parker) Jackson. She is also survived by her step-grandchildren, Bryce and Rylie Large, and her beloved great-grandchildren, Patrick, Adeline, and Lachlan Dort, who lovingly knew her as Nana.

Jodi is also survived by her sisters- and brothers-in-law, Jan Hawthorn, David (Patty) Eitel, Tom Eitel, and Theresa John; her sister of the heart, Doris McDaniel; and her daughters of the heart, Amy Billingsley Svetlick, Megan Brown and Kristin Gapen. She will also be lovingly remembered by her many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Jodi will be remembered for the love she shared, the bonds she treasured, and the lasting memories she created with the family and friends who meant so much to her. She will be deeply missed and forever held in the hearts of those who loved her.

A celebration of life is being planned for January 2027.

Final arrangements are entrusted to the Myers-Woodyard Funeral Home, Groveport, OH.