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1962
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2021
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Joanna O'Bryan Obituary
Joanna was preceded in death by her parents, Domenico and Nancy Marchese; a sister, Bridget Marchese; and fathers of her children, Kevin O'Bryan and Joy Helton II.
She is survived by her four children, Abe (Brittany) O'Bryan, April (Randy) Tonge, Rachel (Justin) O'Bryan and Joy Helton III; eight grandchildren, Ambrose and Abby O'Bryan, Makayla and Malina Hamilton, Makya Mudd, Brookelyn Wilson, Olivia Hill and Carmyn Close; and four siblings, Pam Randall, Debbie Hutchins, Diane Marchese and Jeff Marchese.
Her memorial Mass will be 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 15, at the Basilica of St. Joseph Proto-Cathedral. The Rev. Terry Bradshaw will officiate. Visitation will be 2-6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at Barlow Funeral Home.
Memorial contributions may go toward her service.
Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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Michelle Denise
July 12, 2025
One of the best people I've ever met. Love you Joanna
Nina Diane Marchese
February 5, 2022
I Love and Miss You My Dear Sister Joanna! , Knowing you Are a Angel Now Keeps Us Strong*
Amy Hutchinson Zucker
February 13, 2021
Diane and family, sorry for your loss of both Joanna and Bridget. I didn't know that Bridget had passed, too.
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Nina D Marchese
February 12, 2021
My Dear Sister Joanna , I Love You With All My Heart And Soul !!!! I will Always Carry You in My Heart ! You Are the Strongest Women . I Have Ever Known and I Miss You So Much !!!! Love You My Sister !!!! Diane . (DeeDee)
Anthony Rapier
February 11, 2021
I love you sis and I always will ❤
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2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Barlow Funeral Home - Bardstown2675 E. John Rowan Blvd., Bardstown, KY 40004
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