Joanne's Memory Wall
We encourage you to share your most beloved memories of Joanne here, so that the family and other loved ones can always see it. Share your favorite stories or comment on those shared by others.
Mrs Averill was a favorite neighbor. I loved her garden and sat in some adult ed classes with her that Ron Willging lead. She was such a nice person.
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Meg Rodgers
January 14th, 2021 at 8:56pm
We will miss you dearly We enjoyed exchanging traveling stories. We love singing with you in the choir Loved going to the parties at your house.... You are a very special lady and will miss you..
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Mary Wortman
January 12th, 2021 at 3:25pm
My mom, MaryLee Buckleitner, shared many adventures with Joanne as a fellow Beach Bum -- we are all so sorry to hear of her passing.
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Anne Buckleitner
January 11th, 2021 at 3:29pm
My family and I met Joanne about 15 years ago on Halloween night. She was outside sitting in a chair wrapped up in a blanket, buried in leaves and handing out candy. She made conversation commenting on the kid's costumes and introduced herself. I made the comment that she had to be outside because of all the drifting leaves up to the front door. Kiddingly, I mentioned that I can take care of those leaves and she took me up on it. This was the start of a wonderful relationship. I performed lots of yard work for her over the years and we had many conversations talking about each other's families on what was going on. Her front door was always open and always welcoming visitors. I used to kid her about watching the Packers instead of the Bears- she watched the Packers because she liked the color of the uniform. Needless to say, she liked the Wolverine's uniform as well.
Joanne will be missed and what a blessing she able to be home to be cared for.
Averill Family,
Please accept our condolences for your loss and celebrate the memories of her life,
Jeff (Beth) Wolf and Family
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Jeff wolf
January 10th, 2021 at 7:21pm
With heartfelt sympathy to Joanne's family. You have our prayers.
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Josephine Smith
January 10th, 2021 at 11:51am
What a beautiful tribute to your mother. She was such a beautiful woman, inside and out, and we always enjoyed visiting with her when she took her walks on Valley View. The castle that Glenn contracted to be built was such a beautiful gift to her. I'm sure she is smiling down on your families from the top of her favorite castle.
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Sarah Yircott
January 7th, 2021 at 2:32pm
My dear friend and lovely Woman of God. You taught me so much about literally everything. You were my friend, confidant and mentor in so may ways. The time I spent with you is a treasure in my heart. Rest well, and dance with your precious husband again.
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Ann Frakes
January 7th, 2021 at 1:07pm
Dear Glenn, Gregg, Diane and Averill family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Joanne will always have a special place in my memory. She and Charlie were such good friends to my mom and dad, she was a wonderful neighbor and someone who you knew was there if we needed her. Sending you hugs and prayers for peace and strength at this difficult time. Lauralyn (Laurie) Widrig Gross
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Lauralyn Gross
January 6th, 2021 at 1:28pm
Joanne had an energy and excitement that was infectious to everyone. She had a thirst for knowledge that was expressed in a broad spectrum of subject matter. She wanted to help with the rebuilding of the Congregational church that led to her study of architecture and eventually becoming a surrogate general contractor on the project. She was no a passive observer or an ivory tower thinker. She was a doer. She was a wonderful Aunt and we had many family parties around their swimming pool which all of the cousins helped to build. We have so many fond family memories of being together at Aunt Joanne and Uncle Charle’s home.
Bob and Sandy Borsos
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Robert Borsos
January 1st, 2021 at 5:26pm
Joanne was a dear friend. She will be missed. Always enjoyed our bridge cub together. Many fun days and good memories!
Deepest sympathy to all !
Roe Capizzo
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Roe Capizzo
December 31st, 2020 at 2:00pm
