New York, New York
BLOS--Joan W., died on October 12 in Ann Arbor, MI at the age of 89. She was born in New York City, graduated from Vassar and received an M.A. in psychology from the City University of New York. She married Peter Blos, Jr. in 1953. Joan's professional work centered on children's literature. She...
Read MoreWhat an incredible talent. Joan will be missed by the SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators). Her beautiful work lives on.
Heidi Sheffield
October 20, 2017 | Northville, MI
Peter, I am saddened by your loss. Joan was a woman of great intellect as well as compassion. I much admired her and wished there were more opportunities to spend time with her.Will be sending you a personal note.
June Biber Freeman
October 19, 2017
To her family and friends. Im. Sorry for your loss. May our heavenly father bring you comfort and peace. Mathews 5:4
October 19, 2017
To the Blos Family: My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring comfort. Knowing that there's a hope for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.
October 19, 2017
