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BORN
1935
DIED
2019
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575 South Snelling Avenue
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Joan Pilney Obituary
Joan Patrice Pilney
(née Mahoney)
“Joanie”
Age 84 of Mendota Heights, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by her beloved family on November 10, 2019. She is survived by Francis Sr., her adoring husband of 61 years; siblings, Richard Mahoney, Rosemary (Robert) Meyers and William Jr. (Patricia) Mahoney; 13 children, Francis Jr., Patrice (Greg) Wolff, Mark (Laura), Michael (Carolyn), Brian, Maureen (Mary), Rosemary (Dino) Seppi, Robert (Cyndi), Cynthia (Paul) McHale, Joseph, Karen (Jeffrey) Montpetit, Kathleen (Mike) and Daniel; 21 grandchildren, Peter, Michael, Christine (Tyler), Samuel (Gabe), Jack, Nicholas (Beth), Madeline, Alyssa, Timothy, Ethan, Megan, Isabella, Antonina, Marissa (Alex), Madison, Samantha, Riley, Sapphire, Lucas, Olivia, and Logan; 4 great grand-children, Peyton, Parker, Henrik and Theo. Joan was preceded in death by father William Mahoney, mother Rose (née Blaeser) Mahoney and nephew and admired Godson, Michael Mahoney. Joan graduated from St. Joseph’s Academy High School and graduated from the College of St. Catherine with a degree in Occupational Therapy. Joan’s commitment to her Catholic faith was invaluable by serving as Pastoral Care Minister, Council of Catholic Woman, and Befriender’s program at St. Peter’s Church in Mendota. Joan also recently founded the Catholic Grandparent Ministry program at St. Peter’s Church, which gives grandparent’s the tools to pass on their heritage of faith onto their grandchildren. Joan had a passion for community outreach as a compassionate hospice volunteer with training from St. Joseph’s Hospice with emphasis on Psychiatrics & Geriatric Rehabilitation. Joan was a strong advocate for the indigent and elderly, which she demonstrated through volunteering efforts with the Sisters of the Poor, Uganda Missions, Our Lady of Peace Hospice and the Listening House. Joan was such a welcoming, kind woman with a bright smile that could light up a room, and a beloved stay at home mother who cherished her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed traveling with her husband and family. Visitation will take place 4-7 PM Thursday, Nov. 14 at O’HALLORAN & MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 575 S. Snelling, Avenue, St. Paul, MN, with a prayer at 6:30 PM. Mass of Christian Burial 11 AM Friday Nov. 15 at ST. PETER’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1405 Sibley Memorial Highway, Mendota Heights, MN, with visitation one hour prior to mass. Interment St. Peter’s Cemetery. Memorials to the Listening House, St. Paul.
Memories and Condolences
for Joan Pilney
Denny Kurth
November 26, 2019
Our sympathy to the Pilney family. Joan was a wonderful friend and neighbor for many years. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Denny and Connie Kurth
John Marta
November 14, 2019
My sincere sympathies.
Sharon and Larry Bruce
November 14, 2019
Dear family of Joan,
Joan was one of a kind. She was the most kind-hearted, sweet, loving, generous and understanding person we ever met. She lit up the room with her beautiful smile and made everyone she encountered feel better. She was loved and will be dearly missed by everyone who was blest to know her. She is now in peace in God's loving arms. We will miss you Joan more than you know.
November 14, 2019
Joan gave me a beautiful picture of Our Lady of Guadalupe, when I hosted a Ministry program in our home. The picture stands on a table in my living room, and every time I look at it, I remember Joan and our wonderful Ministry Programs in which she was the leader.
When she asked me to read the names at one of the All Soul's Day Masses, she came to the church with me as I practiced with the Music Director. Always there. Always loving. Always fun to be with also. I will so miss her.
God bless all of the family.Joan will continue to break forth life galore as the rest of you travel this human universe without her. Prayers will continuously be there for her life and for all of you. Judi Gendron
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Angela (Lehman) Humphrey
November 14, 2019
I was in Minnesota in June and drove through the old neighborhood - lots of memories on Theresa Street. Frankie stopped by our nephew's house while we were there and we enjoyed catching up with him. We lost our Mom five years ago and our Dad earlier this. It is hard to say goodbye to those we love and it is our hope that you find strength and comfort from your faith, family and friends when you need it most.
Donna & Richard Schroer
November 13, 2019
Our condolences to Frank & the Pilney family. What a wonderful example of love & service that Joan's life showed to all of us. I loved the sense of humor that went along with her sweet smile! I'm smiling now as I think of the welcome party she will have in Heaven! We are out of town & I'm so sorry to miss seeing all the families at her funeral. Such a grand legacy she has created!
November 13, 2019
Frank and family:
Thinking and praying for the family. As you already know your mom was such a giving and patient person. Such a gem. Growing up with your family was such a treat and a lot of that had to do with your mom. As she rests in peace I hope you will do the same knowing that her spirit lives on in each of you.
with love,
Kathy(Bradford)Lande
McHale
November 13, 2019
Dear Cindy (Paul), Frank, Rosie (Gino) and the rest of the Pilney family,
We are so sorry to hear the news of Joan's passing and are sending our love from Hong Kong. She did light up the room with her smile and I will never forget how welcome that she made all of the McHale's feel when our families met when you and Paul married--and that we were all one big family--when really she already had all of you!! Remarkable woman that she was--and so blessed that she raised such amazing children. Lots of love, xxx Mary (McHale) and Ian Clark
Judith Bourland
November 13, 2019
To all
I was so sorry to hear about your mom's death.
She was always welcoming and kind the few times I met her at the Peru gatherings.
Her memories and love will bring you peace. She will always be with you.
Judy Bourland
Dianne Pilney
November 12, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Jamie Flynn
November 12, 2019
Dear Pilney family,
My heart goes out to all of you. You were so lucky to have such a beautiful Mom and I know she will be deeply missed by everyone who was lucky enough to know her.
I will add her and all of you to my prayer list.
Peace and love,
Jamie Harris Flynn
Rita Clemens
November 12, 2019
Dear Pilney Family,
I send my sincerest sympathy to you all. Mrs. Pilney was always such a loving and gracious woman - a true lady. My prayers for peace to you.
Lynn Reed
November 12, 2019
She will be missed. I just met her a Michaels wake. Nice lady!
Julie Mahoney
November 12, 2019
Joan was an amazing woman, wife, mother, friend and caregiver. She loved on our whole Mahoney family. We enjoyed when Joan and Frank would stop by and visit us impromptu with donuts or without. We always had great conversations and were always entertained by the kids. They would pray with us and bring communion often when Michael was ill. Our prayers of peace and love are with you Frank and Family. PS: I know Michael was right out in front to greet Joan at the gates of Heaven. God's blessings on you all. Love you all! Julie, Cora and Rowan
Gina Bifulk
November 12, 2019
Dear Pilneys - so many memories of you from all through the years. Kids everywhere throughout the neighborhood but never misbehaving. Dr. Pilney stitching up cuts right there at home. Most special memory, though, is when our mother passed away in 1995. There was Mrs. Pilney at my door with flowers, a card and her sweet smile. Hope the millions of happy memories of the wonderful woman your mother was continue to lift all of you up as you say goodbye.
Gina Bifulk
Aimee Topp
November 12, 2019
Joan was an amazing woman, so kind, so nice and always interested in the lives of others, especially those who face hardships. We will miss her deeply.
May God grant the entire Pilney/Mahoney peace and healing during this difficult time.
Love, the Topps
Jennifer Steinkraus
November 12, 2019
Dear Pilney Family,
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. May the love of friends and family carry you through this grief. She did so many wonderful things to be celebrated. May she rest in peace with God as an angel watching over all of you.
God's Peace and Blessing to your family.
November 12, 2019
DEAR FRANK AND FAMILY, LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR YOU ALL IN THE LOSS OF ''OUR JOANIE'' TOO QUICKLY,TOO SOON. I'LL BE THERE FRIDAY TO CON-CELEBRATE THE MASS WITH FR. RICHARD. FR. MIKE ARMS, CROSSLAKE , MINN.
Karen Montpetit
November 12, 2019
Love you grandma. Lucas, Olivia & Logan.
Chuck/Betsy Hickok
November 11, 2019
Dear Pilney Family,
Our hearts ache for all of you ~ Joan was a loving caring woman who will be missed. May she Rest in Peace in the arms of God. May Christ's Peace be upon all of you.
Kathy Foley
November 11, 2019
Hi Trice, so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life of service she left behind. An example for all.
Kelly Gerner
November 11, 2019
Joan did have a wonderful smile. She would make you feel special whenever she saw you. She has been there for our family ever since our brother suddenly died in 2003 and when our father became ill the year after. She prayed with us and has been a beloved friend ever since. She will be missed and thought of whenever we gather to pray. Love you Joan. Give Michael a hug when you get there. ❤
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