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Joanne Loonie Obituary

LOONIE, Joanne Arvanitis Of Randolph formerly of Milton, October 24, age 48, after a courageous 8 year battle with breast cancer. Beloved wife of Robert M. Loonie of Randolph. Daughter of the late Charles and Stavroula (Touzos) Arvanitis. Devoted mother of Niko R. Loonie. Sister of Euphrosine Arvanitis of Milton and Denise and her husband Nikolaos Fotopoulos of Milton. Loving aunt of Evangelos and Stavroula. Visiting hours Wednesday evening 5-8 PM in the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral of New England, 514 Parker St., Roxbury. Followed by a funeral service Thursday morning at 10. Rev. Fr. Phillip Mousis officiating. Donations in Joanne's memory may be made to the Dana Farber Cancer Institute, 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02115-6084, Interment in Forest Hills Cemetery. For guestbook thomasfuneralhomes.com Carroll-Thomas Funeral Home Hyde Park 617-361-3216

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Published by Boston Globe from Oct. 25 to Oct. 26, 2011.

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Imelda Barucci

October 27, 2011

Dear Effie, John and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of your sister Joann. She will always remain in your heart the memories will sustain you through your sorrow. You were an amazing sister to her and your love and dedication to her were a blessing. God Bless you and help you and your family through this time.
Sincerely, Imelda and John

October 27, 2011

Effie and Family, There are no words to ease the pain that you and family feel in the loss of your beautiful sister, Joanne. She will be missed by all.
You are in my prayers. Love to all,
Ida Russo & Family
Belmont, Ma.

Richard and Jennifer Pacitti

October 27, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of Joanne's passing. Her family is in our thoughts and prayers.

October 27, 2011

Hi this is Donna Frost. I went to school with Joanne from 2nd grade on. I am so sorry of hearing this news. I just saw this. My thoughts and prayers are with you also. God bless all of you and Joanne Donna

Lena Deaibes

October 27, 2011

Joanne, I met you in the middle of your battle but was amazed at how much you were still giving to people. Thank you for everything you did for my Elias and don't worry, he will always be a friend to your Niko. May your memory always be eternal.

Cindy Russo

October 27, 2011

Words cannot describe how sad we were to hear the news about Joanne.
Our hearts go out to you and her family. We will always remember her, the beautiful woman with the kind heart.
Always, Cindy Russo and David Freni

Terry Hassol

October 27, 2011

Effie,
May you find comfort in knowing that your sister is at peace and in the hands of the Lord.

Presbytera Candace Schefe

October 27, 2011

MEMORY ETERNAL! A visit with your beloved wife, mother and sister in the hospital left me with the impression of a truly loving woman of great courage and sincere faith in our Lord Jesus Christ. Her desire to remain close to Christ until her departure is a beautiful and lasting testimony for us all. My heartfelt prayer is for her eternal memory and an envelope of peace from above for your dear family--the embrace of our Panagia and hope amidst present sorrow.

Mary Lynn Arvanitis

October 27, 2011

Bob, Niko, Denise and Effie-you are all in our thoughts. Joanne will be missed. She will be a special guardian angel watching over you. We are sending you a hug from afar. Love-Mary Lynn, Dennis, Andrew and Alexis

Pam & Philip Economou

October 26, 2011

Joanne's amazing faith and constant concern for others would make you forget just how sick she was. She never lost her smile. We'll miss her forever...

Always smiling, 2007

October 26, 2011

Frannie Wolfe

October 26, 2011

May your memories comfort you in this time of sorrow. Joanne was one of the bravest women that I have know with a heart of gold and an eternal love for her family!

Rosemary Russo

October 26, 2011

Our deepest sympathy.

Rosemary Russo and Robert Babcock
Wakefield, MA

Betty Chelmow

October 26, 2011

Bob,
My deepest condolences to you and the entire family. As you know, Joanne was one of a kind. She was brave, honest, smart, and so committed to you, Niko, and her wonderful sisters. She was an extraordinary parent. She managed this long battle with unbelievable grace. I will miss her wisdom and love.
Betty Chelmow

October 26, 2011

Bobby, Niko, although joanne has passed after a very long fight, she is out of pain and in a better place. it was her mission to make sure everyone was ok and cared for. She was such a lovely person, mother and wife. She will be looking down on us everyday and make sure we are still, ok. God bless you two in this really rough time and i am letting you know that we are here for you two.

The Francis Family.

Maureen Merrill

October 26, 2011

Effie, I just want to let you know how sorry I am for the loss of your sister. Your love for her helped her fight, and her love for you and your family let her be awhile longer by your side. Your strong faith reminds you that Joanne is now in God's hands. She is no longer suffering and is at peace. I hope you can find comfort knowing you were a great sister. May your memories help you through this difficult time and always live in your heart. Please accept my deepest sympathies.

October 26, 2011

Joanne has touched my life like no other. May her tremendous faith, courage and love of her family hold you all close in this time of sorrow. Our love and deepest sympathy, to the Arvanitis and Loonie family. Lenny and Dina Russo, Swampscott, MA

The Solow's

October 26, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Scott Egan

October 26, 2011

Joanne, God bless you and keep you. You were so warm and supportive of me when my brother died of cancer. You fought the good fight, and you were always warm, friendly and loving. Such a kind and wonderful woman rest in peace.

Peter Buckley

October 26, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

October 26, 2011

Joanne touched so many lives and was such a good person to all she encountered. May her memory be eternal.

Susan Howe

October 25, 2011

Joanne - you have been an inspiration to all. Your strength and beauty inside and out can not be measured. I thank you for the time and wisdom that you shared with me and my family. You are in our hearts and prayers now and always. Rest in peace - Love, Susan, Ronnie, Arianna & Matthew

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