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Joan McCORMICK Obituary
Joan was born in Syracuse, N.Y., on Dec. 29, 1930. Her life journeys began with traveling as an Army Air Corp. dependent with her parents, Col. Charles and Ursala Moody. She lived and went to school in post war Europe.
She received her B.S. in dietetics from St. Joseph's of Emmitsburg, Md. While working as a dietician in Texas, she met her lifelong partner, Jim McCormick.
Joan was married to Jim for 54 years. Their life together included 23 years with the Air Force where they traveled throughout the world. Their love affair and their travels never stopped.
She was the mother to four sons, Kevin, Sean (deceased), Brendan (and wife, Julie), Brian (and wife, Judi); and her daughter, Cathy (and husband, Josh Lachine). She has nine grandchildren, Brendan and Meaghan McCormick, Sean, Quinlin and Aidan McCormick, Connor, Kate, Jamie, and Ryan Lachine.
Joan started her career as a dietician but after she discovered butter she moved over to the world of gourmet cooking. Besides cooking for her family and friends she also started the article Culinary Capers and became a Food Columnist for the Virginian Pilot and the York Town Crier. This was followed by her two volume cookbook, 'Take One Egg and Crack Up'. Her cooking career was rounded out by a regular show on local cable television.
Joan was also noted for her passion for tole painting. She displayed her art at On the Hill in Yorktown and many craft shows.
She was an active member at both Immaculate Conception Church and St. Joan of Arc (see she is still traveling).
A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11a.m. Saturday, Oct. 16, 2010, at Immaculate Conception Church by Msgr. Robert Perkins.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at ALZ.org. Also please join the family for the Peninsula Alzheimer's Memory Walk 2010 at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at Port Warwick. Registration begins at 9 a.m. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan McCORMICK
Judy Remsberg
October 7, 2020
I was just thinking of Joan a couple of days ago when I made her delicious brownies (that just last 5 minutes, as she said!) from one of her "take one egg and crack up" cook books. It brought back a lot of memories with her while I was baking and eating these. Nice to have this guest book to come up again at this time. Thoughts to her family.
Judy and Ellis Remsberg
October 19, 2010
Jim and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. As many others have said, we hold many dear memories of her during her Crier days. I have thought of her often through the years, especially when I pull out one of her well-worn cookbooks to make another of our family favorites that originated from these. I have fond memories of eating with you, of parties at the Crier, of holiday get-togethers with the staff. I remember her sense of humor and especially her radiant smile. My mother just died in August of Alzheimer's and I know what a long painful journey that can be. My heart goes out to you and your family. But, just keep those precious memories close and know that there are thousands of people out here who remember Joan and her good works.
Mike & Sandy Mugler
October 18, 2010
Dear 'Doc' Your friends from Enterprise hope you are doing well after losing your precious and wonderful Joan.
Mike & I best remember her as a faithful and participating Eucharistic Minister at St. Joan of Arc. We'll miss seeing her smile.
Mike & Sandy Mugler
October 18, 2010
Kevin - Did not have the pleasure of knowing your Mom, an obviously wonderful.vivacious woman .....though am sure her love and laughter lives on in all of you.
Chris Cianelli
October 18, 2010
Dear Jim & family, We are so sorry to learn of Joan's passing. She was such a joy to be around with her quick wit and sense of humor. She will truly be missed by all that knew her. I will think of her every time I use one of her recipes.
October 18, 2010
Joan lives in the minds of all who knew her and the hearts of all who loved her.
Jeffrey and Ilse Deel
October 17, 2010
Dear Dr. McCormick, We are so sorry to learn of your mother's recent passing. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Jeff and Ilse Deel
October 16, 2010
The members of the Poquoson Art League want to express their sincere sympathy to the family of Joan McCormick who was a former member of our organization. We appreciate all that she added to the League and we know that she will be missed by her family and her many friends.
Poquoson Art League
Poquoson VA
Janna and Colin Elliot
October 15, 2010
Brendan,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She sounds like she was such a vibrant, talented woman. And obviously loved by many. What a wonderful legacy! You, Julie, the kids and your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Susan DeMeno
October 15, 2010
Joan was such FUN...Her laughter will be missed by her friends in Marlbank Cove. Sue DeMeno
Gina Clayton
October 15, 2010
We are saddened to hear of the passing of Joan. We will always remember her telling stories of her cooking shows and her latest art projects. May you all find comfort in your memories. Thinking of you all, Jean & Gina Clayton and Jennifer Hare and family
Cliff and Joanne Carr
October 15, 2010
Brian and Judi, We were so very sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She certainly lead a full and accomplished life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kathy Garrison
October 15, 2010
The Benedictine College community extends condolences to Jim and his family on the loss of Joan. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sadness.
Marie Hamilton
October 15, 2010
Jim and Family, It was very sad to open the newspaper and see that Joan has passed away. My family and I send our thoughts and prayers to all of you.
Marie Hamilton
Kathy Ricci
October 15, 2010
Kevin
I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I still have my autograph copy of her cookbook. I will keep you and your family in my prayers
Betty Zattiero
October 14, 2010
I met Joan and Jim 40 years ago when we worked at Langley and then became one of Jim's patients when he retired. Joan was one of those special people that you never forget. Her quick wit and sense of humor made her so much fun to be around. You could tell how much she loved her family by the stories in her cookbooks. My thoughts and prayers go out to Jim and all the family.
October 14, 2010
Dear Dr. McCormick and family was so sorry to hear of Joan's passing she was such a dear lady and always full of cheer and laughter. I know she will be missed by so many loved ones. I always loved to put my feet under her table. As I worked with Dr. Mc for several years I got to know Joan very well we enjoyed visiting very much. I always looked forward to her coming into the office with her smiling face and maybe a joke. What a lovely couple they made. May God be with you and bless you in this time of sorry. Love, Mary Lou Rogers
Carol & Ken Rippy
October 14, 2010
Brian, Judi, and all of the McCormick family.
We were so sad to learn of your Mother's passing, she was indeed a "special" lady.
Full of fun.life and LOVE for her family.
With Love & prayers.
Bob & Ute Jacobson
October 14, 2010
Jim,
We were so sorry to learn of Joan's loss. She was always so kind and cheerful. She was a good friend, and we will miss her.
FrJim Curran
October 14, 2010
Jim,
What a very sad day to hear about dear Joan. I use her cook book frequently and think of you both often. I will offer mass today at 5pm for Joan and for you and your family.
With deep affection, Fr. Jim Curran
Jan Pollock Orga
October 14, 2010
Dear Jim and family,
I was saddened today to learn of Joan's passing. Your long friendship with my parents, Bob and Sandy, and our family, is quite special. I will always remember her sweet spirit and the love that the two of you shared with us all. My prayers for peace are with you at this most difficult time.
With love, Richard & Jan
October 14, 2010
We are so sad to hear of Joan's passing, Jim and children.We rejoice in the wonderful times we've shared with you two and can never think of Joan without a smile starting. The obituary could not be more like her. We love you and pray for you all, wishing we could be with you right now. Love, Ralph and Mary Jo
Judy Buchanan
October 14, 2010
Dear Jimmy and family: I am so sorry to hear of Joan's passing. It was always such a joy to see you and Joan come into the pool at the Wellness Ctr. We thought so much of her and you. We have all commented on what good care you took of her even after you no longer came into the pool but sat on the sidelines watching over her. She was a lovely lady and the love you two shared was more than evident. I know you will be together again.
Debbie Hartian Henkel
October 13, 2010
Like Paula, I remember Mrs. McCormick offering up the warmth of her home, to the friends of her children. I also recall the wonderful column she wrote and how much fun it was to read. My sincerest sympathies to the whole McCormick clan.
October 13, 2010
I was saddened to hear the news about Mrs. McCormick. I had just met her and she was such a nice lady and had the prettiest smile. My deepest sympathies to you. You are in my prayers.
Wanda Strickland Yorktown, Virginia
Carol Romeo
October 13, 2010
Judi, Brian and boys,
Our deepest sympathy in your loss of an incredible mother and grandmother. Joan and Jim lived down the street from us in Marlbank Cove for many years, and I always remember the fun we would have playing Bunko together. She invariably had a smile on her face, and was such a warm, loving person. God Bless you.
Bob Sturk
October 13, 2010
We were so sorry to hear the news of Joan's death. We have enjoyed her cookbooks so much over the years. I actually enjoyed going to the dentist when she was in the office. What a wonderful lady. Our sincere sympathy to the whole family. Bob & Alice Sturk
Sharron Guy Robertson
October 13, 2010
Cathy,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was always such a character, and I enjoyed knowing of her through her articles in the Yorktown Crier. God's blessings on all of your family.
Sharron Guy Robertson
October 13, 2010
I am so sad to hear the passing of Mrs. McCormick. I had the pleasure of experiencing the wonderful spread she would prepare after we would go caroling back in our high school and college days. These are some of my favorite memories. She made those day seem like a modern day dickens novel. My thougts and prayers go out to Mr. McCormick, all her boys, Cathy and their spouses.
Paula Hailey Meehan
Gina Niedenberger
October 13, 2010
Joan and Jim were neighbors of ours in Marlbank Cove for many years. We are very saddened to hear that she has passed. We remember her great sense of humor as well as her culinary skills. I distinctly remember reading her terrific articles in the Yorktown Crier as well as her wonderful recipes.
Our deepest sympathies,
Gina and Alan Niedenberfger
Melissa Jackson Buffington
October 13, 2010
I never had the pleasure of truly knowing Joan McCormick, who sounds like a wonderful and talented lady. I have known her son, Brendan, for many years and offer my deepest condolences to him and his family over the loss of this lovely woman, their mom. May your many happy memories of her comfort you into the future.
Janeal Stamper
October 13, 2010
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. - Janeal, Jenny, and John
October 13, 2010
You are in our thoughts and prayers. - Janeal, Jenny, and John
October 13, 2010
Your family are in our thoughts and prayers. - Janeal, Jenny and John
October 13, 2010
Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Janeal, Jenny , and John
Kris Wessler
October 13, 2010
As the editor of the OWC TAC TALK one year, I had the pleasure of reviewing and printing Joan's wonderfully written, charming and humorous articles. They were my favorite part of the publication. She was such a gracious woman with great talent. My deepest sympathies to you.
Joanne and Todd Gardner
October 13, 2010
We were saddened to hear the news about Mrs. McCormick. She will be remembered as such a special lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May your memories of her comfort you all. With lots of love and our deepest sympathy.
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