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Joan Drummond Obituary

Joan E. Marvil Drummond Devoted and Loving Mother Joan E. Marvil Drummond, 57, a longtime resident of Broomall, passed peacefully Sunday, May 19, 2013 after a four year battle with multiple myeloma. Joan was born in Darby to the late Charles D. Sr. and Elizabeth McCrossan Marvil. She was a graduate of Blessed Virgin Mary and Archbishop Prendergast High School class of 1973. She was a devoted loving mother to her two children, who had overwhelming pride in both Bobby and Adrienne's accomplishments. Joan had an incredible sense of humor and even in her struggle she enjoyed laughing and reminiscing with her family and dear friends. Along with her parents she is predeceased by her brother, Robert Marvil. Survivors: Her children Robert and Adrienne Drummond and her former husband and dear friend, Joseph Drummond. She is also survived by her brother, Charles D. (Mary) Marvil, Jr., many nieces, nephews, friends and caregivers who gave Joni much needed support and strength throughout her illness. Funeral Mass: Will be held Thursday, May 23, 2013, 10am, at Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 1101 Main Street, Darby, PA 19023. Viewing: There will be a viewing 9-10am in the church. Burial: will follow at Arlington Cemetery, Drexel Hill. Contributions to: Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, 383 Main Ave., 5th Floor, Norwalk, CT 06851, would be appreciated by the family. Arangements: by Marvil Funeral Home, Darby, PA. The guestbook may be signed online at www.marvilfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Daily Times from May 20 to May 21, 2013.

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Frank Hoesch

May 23, 2013

I am sorry for your loss. Words seem so small. My prayers are with you and your family.

May 22, 2013

Chuck and family, so truly sorry to hear of Joni's passing...keeping you and her family in my prayers.
Sue Hoesch Cooke
Douglassville, PA

Maryann Siefert

May 21, 2013

So sorry to hear of Joni's passing. I'll never forget Senior week with Joni. It was the start of a friendship. Sorry to the Marvil Family. She will be a great loss.

May 21, 2013

"Death leaves a heartache, no one can heal. Love leaves a memory, no one can steal".

Marty & Karen Hoesch

May 20, 2013

She was a very strong and loving lady who enjoyed life. She will finally be able to be at peace and out of pain. She will be missed by many and especially by my sister and her best friend Stephanie. May she rest in peace and may the love of God shine upon her.

May 20, 2013

To the Marvil family. So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you all. Charlotte Johnson Beaver

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