Lagrangeville, New York
1938 - 2011
On Tuesday, January 4, 2011, the world lost a shining star when Joan M. McFadden, 72, died at St. Francis Hospital following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Born in Brooklyn on August 14, 1938, she was the daughter of Anthony and Winifred D'Amico. Joan was employed as a legal...
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Christian R. Cullen
December 30, 2022 | Work
Joan McFadden was the nicest person in the world. We all will miss her shining personality and great kindness. Heaven is enriched with her presence.
William Crane Jr.
January 14, 2011 | Dresser, WI
My friend where do I begin, you were so much fun. All the wonderful times we shared in taking those day trips. It did not take much for us to laugh and enjoy every minute we were together. The wonderful pictures you would take of us and put in albums of our trips, thank you I have them all. Thanks for those great memories of our times together and the laughs we shared. You will be greatly missed. Love Patty
Patty Tompkins
January 13, 2011 | Poughkeepsie, NY
I worked in the Dutchess County Courthouse for years and only knew Joan casually, but I always felt happy to see her walk toward me, she was such a delight to be around. The last time I saw her was outside of Barnes & Noble and she was happy and singing because she had recently purchased the soundtrack for Chicago and was listening to it over and over. I never saw a frown on her face, it was always a pleasure to run into her. Patty
January 10, 2011
Eddie, Joanie, Victoria & Lorilie,
We are so saddened to hear about Joan. I still can not comprehend it. I am so so happy that the 4 of you were able to attend Alishia's birthday party in August. We have those wonderful memories & pictures of all of you. It was special that the 2 of you were in our wedding as well.
We will absolutely miss her beyond comprehension and will always love her in our thoughts & prayers.
We were not able to attend today b/c of the weather & I...
Sharron McFadden
January 08, 2011 | Milford, CT
Joan 39 years ago you welcomed me into this family with open arms, you were one of the first to do so many gave a handshake you gave a true hug that made me feel special. I thought Michael must be very special to you to give me such a hug. As time went by I new the hug was the love and caring you hold in your heart and was never afraid to share it I will miss you . Eddie Joanie and girls I am sorry for your loss may your memories keep your heart warm. I am sorry I didn't make it to the...
jean martinetto
January 08, 2011 | Milford, CT
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We are saddened by this news. Aunt Joan was a very special person to us. With all of our love, thoughts, prayers, and sympathy, Love, Tom, Christine, Tommy, and Michael Pereira
Thomas/Christine Pereira
January 07, 2011 | Ballston Spa, NY
Joan, Victoria, Lorelei and Ed,
I am greatly saddened at Joan's death. What a lovely lady she was! She always had something good to say about everyone and she was so proud of you, her family. We will all miss her.
My prayers are with you.
Bobbie Gordon
January 07, 2011 | Poughkeepsie, NY
I first met Joan when I was working in a dental office. When she would come in for her dental appointment, she would always ask me how I was and she always knew the right things to say. I also worked at Macy's and when I would see Joan, she would always tell me what a beautiful person I was. Yes, the world lost a star. I will always remember you Joan. Prayers to the family.
Gail Laffin
January 07, 2011 | NY