Obituaries

Dear Jerry and Family, I wish I could have been there for the service and enjoy and be blessed by the presence of family and friends, the stories and love shared and to share those blessings with you all. I join you in celebration of Joanne. So kind, thoughtful, reliable and loving. To me she is very much alive in the eyes of her family, in the remembrances we share, in the loving crafts many of us were blessed with by her and in the laughter, tears and hearts of the people she touched and changed in subtle yet meaningful ways. I didn’t know her name was Joanne or Weislawa Janina. I thought her name was “Mom”. That’s what Hammy called her do that’s what I always called her. She didn’t blink or correct me so she was Mom. Joanne is such a nice name however Weislawa Janina is EPIC! That is just like her though, her humility and quiet way was like wrapping around the gift of the talent in her hands and the glow of her beautiful heart. She lives through our thoughts and the memories we share, the people she touched and changed and her amazing family. With love and friendship, James aka Panda

Dear Jerry and Family. We send our condolences to you for your loss. We met you and Joanne many years ago when our sons were in Cub Scouts. I think they all enjoyed Scouts. Even though we haven't seen you in a long time, we did think of you and your family. I remember when the radio station had a show where they called someones name. If that person called back in about ten minutes that person would win a prize. Joanne's name was given and she didn't call in. I called her to let her know. She did call in and won the prize. We also remember about you, Jerry, that you liked to go for a walk at night. You said you always walked in the middle of the road. Joanne was a very talented lady. She will be missed by many people. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Carl and Marilyn Sevey and sons, Mark & John

Jerry & family: Joanne was always going on adventures with Jerry & loved everything they did. I remember when Jerry brought a lemon cake she made for his birthday for us all to celebrate at Abbott Labs. It was the best ever! Jerry, remember the love & memories of your lives in your heart because Joanne will always be with you wherever you go. ?????

dear Jerry: so saddened to hear of Joanne. I was one of those lucky enough to get one of Jo's afghans and will miss her famous black berry jam that can't be duplicated.. my love and prayers, tom nighbor

I'm so sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. She was such a kind soul. I've known her for many years. Joanne and her family traded at our business for decades and we belonged to the same parish.. Joanne would ride her bike down Washington road to visit her mother. Many times she would stop in just to chat. On one occasion she brought me a few hand made needle point snow flakes, that I cherish today. We would always remember Joanne and her family. Not just because of there kindness but because they always named there cars we worked on. She will be missed by many. The Rader Family