Joan M. Macnamara

Just tonight I was informed about Joan's passing. I am still so shocked and saddened. Joan and Carol were my next door neighbors and childhood friends from grade through high school until our respective lives took us to distant places. I thought of Joan on May 12 thinking of her celebrating her birthday. I feel so sad Joan is gone.

Joan was a remarkable woman, smart, creative, faithful, very religious, popular and a wonderful role model. Joan lived her life in a way that emulated...

Joan and I have celebrated birthdays together, along with so many other things over the many years of our friendship. This year was a tough one, sharing our celebration from afar, but I take comfort in the fact that, like my mother who died the day before her birthday, Joan was able to celebrate this special day with the Lord.

I will miss Joan very much, and will always remember her infectious smile, her love for her children and grandchildren, and the four-hour lunches where we shared...

God has now been blessed to have Joan with him. My prayers and love go out to the family. She will be missed.

I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless your family.

Joan is in a better place now and I know she is already watching over us. I fondly remember being included (briefly) in a few telephone conversations with Joan in the early 1950's. Love to all, Mike

Just yesterday I found a news clipping from October 31, 1975 - Joan had asked Peter Citron to cook and serve lunch to eight women in honor of a National Women's Strike - I remember the occasion fondly, all of us gather ed at her table sharing our strength. Not only did Joan exhibit her trade mark courage in a gentle manner, but also her sense of humor in organizing that day. I had a note with the article ready to put in the mail....but now Joan is enjoying herself fully at the table of pure...