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Joanne Chislock Obituary

Joanne D. Chislock, 77, of Tempe, AZ, entered eternal rest Dec. 15, 2006. Joanne was born May 2, 1929 in Philadelphia, PA, moving to the valley in 1961. She was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend and will be deeply missed by her daughters, Amy Chislock-Van Ness, Elizabeth P. Hunter and Catherine M. Chislock; grandchildren, Anya and Jonathan Van Ness; brothers, John F. and Thomas (Beverly) Doremus and other family & friends. A memorial mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, Dec. 20 at 2:00 pm at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 2310 N. 56th St., Phoenix. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower St., Phx, 85014.

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Published by The Arizona Republic on Dec. 17, 2006.

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Jayne Phelps

December 20, 2006

Dear Amy and Family,
May you all be blessed with the warmth and peace of knowing that your loving Mother/Grandmother is
in a beautiful place smiling down on her family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Jayne Phelps

Megan Baker

December 19, 2006

Amy, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Marge Garguilo

December 19, 2006

Dear Amy, I am so sorry for your loss of your mother. I just want you to know that you are in my prayers often and more so at this time. Miss you and I hope you are well.God puts people in our lives, sometime for a short time and sometimes for a long time, but everyone has a part in who we are.
God Bless, Marge

Laura C. Chantos

December 18, 2006

Beth, know that your mother is now free from pain and in a far better place. She will forever be smiling down on you until you are called to join her. Though I know your pain is wide and deep, time will help bring the memories and joys of your life with her to the surface outweighing your heavy heart of the present. You are in my thoughts and prayers as you work through this difficult time. All my best to Katie and Amy, too.

Doug Brown

December 18, 2006

I will always remember Joanne as being a wonderfully warm, caring and jovial person, the family center, wise and well respected. Joanne had the determination and will of a conqueror, something I've always admired about her. Her time has come and her absence has left unfillable void. My deepest condolences to her family and friends.

Kathy Geyer

December 18, 2006

Dear Amy, Beth, & Katie,
God's warmth & peace are with you and your Mom. Smile remembering that she is no longer in pain and will help God guide you from above.
Prayers are with you!
Kathy Van Ness Geyer

Barb Van Ness

December 18, 2006

I have some wonderful memories--as all of you do. The special time that Joanne and I spent together at Asilomar. We gabbed about everything past and future. What a sweetie! Hugs & Love to you all.

Sue Scarlett

December 18, 2006

Fortitude...and humor. These are two words that come to mind when I think of "Aunt" Joanne. You will be missed and cherished. Dear Amy, Beth, and Katie, please know that many hearts were touched by your Mom and those hearts join you now.

Janet Jorgensen

December 18, 2006

I have such wonderful, fond memories of times at your house as a child. Your mother was a loving, patient, presence to put up with the antics of Amy and I. Blessings to your family at this difficult time.

Kenneth Daly

December 17, 2006

Amy and family each one of us speak and think of you and the changes that have come to your life with the passing of your beloved mother. We pray that you will be sustained and upheld by your faith and knowledge that you are loved and respected and cared for by all of us at 4000 N. Central.

Marie Scarlett

December 17, 2006

In 1953 I met you and our friendship blossomed to include engagements,weddings, births and grandchildren. I will treasure all and especially your recent trip to visit me. I will miss you dear friend. Marie

Becky Kennedy Coggin

December 17, 2006

Dear Amy, Beth, Katie, and family, May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

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