North Olmsted, Ohio
age 85 of Olmsted Twp., passed away January 5, 2020. Beloved wife of 65 years to Daniel; loving mother of Joanmarie (David) Vanaski, Martin Barris and Maribeth Barris; cherished grandmother of Summer Vanaski, Cori (Jacob) Snowberger and Katie Barris; great-grandmother of Amelia Barris, Landen...
Read MoreAt this late July 2024 date we are saddened to "see" you've left us seemingly but glad to have experienced such kindness and love and Lakeside comforting welcoming to the point that we still "see" your glowing smiling lovely face: ...Thinking of You... "Thank GOD for Joan (and Dan)..."
Christopher and Patricia Brink -- Idlewyld grateful guests
July 15, 2024 | Other
I am so grateful to have had the privilege of staying at your beautiful bed and breakfast. Joan was an amazing host, cook, artist, writer - and I have many memories of staying before Vic and I bought our cottage. Will be praying for your entire family.
Jodie Amarosa
March 09, 2020 | Friend
A friend just shared the news of Joan's passing. My deepest condolences to Dan and the family. When we think of Lakeside, we think of Joan and Dan at Idlewyld. I am going to miss sharing with her. She liked to share what she was writing, creating and thinking. She was such a proactive, inspiring lady. May she rest in peace. Thanks be to God.
Kristie Shoulders
February 07, 2020 | Ashland, OH
My deepest condolences to the Barris family. Keeping your family in my thoughts & prayers. I will always have many, many fond memories of Mrs. Barris. May she rest in peace.
Alana Bezak Hart
February 05, 2020 | San Diego, CA
I am part of a group that has enjoyed staying at Idylwild in September for the last 7 years. We have grown to love Dan and Joan. Joan was a talented artist and writer. She taught us watercolor and read us stories. She made us feel welcome and well taken care of. She inspired us. We will miss her greatly. Our hearts go out to Dan and the family.
Wendy Selikson
January 12, 2020 | Columbus, OH | Friend
Joan was a gentle spirit, yet strong in every way! She always welcomed me like family during my many visits to Lakeside & The Idelwyld! She and Dan were great hosts. So talented with her writings, artwork, and yummy recipes. You will be missed my friend! Deepest sympathies to Dan and the family.
~ Bonnie Baker
Bonnie Baker
January 11, 2020 | Hilliard, OH
Dear family and Dan, A part of God's Love is back home with Him as we miss Joan but celebrate in Thankfulness to Him for her, born from Heaven as we wait to be reunited with her as The Lord, Jesus, promises. My memories of Joan's Love was experienced through her "hobbie" (as she called it), The Idlewyld B & B in Lakeside,Ohio. She and Dan practiced The Lord's Will when He said, "Come and have breakfast." (in John 21.12) SO MUCH LOVE IN HOSPITALITY! They were Lakeside grandparents to our...
Susan ford
January 11, 2020 | Westlake, OH
Enjoyed our days together at Andrews School for Girls. Joan was fun-loving and a great friend.
Pat Hastwell
January 10, 2020
Ken and I so enjoyed our many stays at Idlewyld getting to know and appreciate both her and Dan. She will be greatly missed. Our hearts go out to Dan and the rest of their family. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Most sincerely, Ken & Gail Linden
January 09, 2020