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Joanne Storer Obituary
12/29/51 - 08/04/2020
Joanne Christine Storer, 68, of Mountainhome, died Tuesday, August 4, 2020, at her daughter's home in Virginia. She was surrounded by her loving family.
Born in 1951 in Kenosha, Wisconsin, she was the daughter of the late Philip and Mary Storer.
Joanne graduated from Pocono Mountain High School, received her undergraduate degree from Millersville University and her Masters in Social Work from Marywood University.
Joanne called the Poconos home. She dedicated her life to helping others around her. She spent her last 25 years of life devoted to her psychotherapy practice, Joanne Storer and Associates. She had a unique gift of guiding her clients and others she touched toward living their best life. She never judged. Her compassion, love and advice helped so many people throughout her career. Selfless is the best word to describe the woman who worked until her final breath. It was never about her, but rather the world and people she was leaving behind.
Joanne was the President of the Evergreen Community Charter School Board, was very active in Canadensis United Methodist Church and mentored students at East Stroudsburg University in their Social Work program.
Joanne is survived by her two children: Amy Noone of Montclair, VA and Eric Noone and his wife Christina of Canadensis; her sisters Beverly Altemose of Collegeville and Cynthia Dalton and husband, Jack of Blairstown, New Jersey; her grandchildren Grace, Izzie and Michael Frederick; and Philip and Audrey Noone; several nieces and nephews; and best friend Jill Shoesmith.
A celebration of life will be held Sunday, August 9, 2020 at Evergreen Community Charter School, 905 East Grace Ave., Cresco at 3:00 pm. Masks required.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name to Women's Resources of Monroe County. 225 J. Wilson Drive, Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327.
Joanne was an avid New England Patriots fan and season ticket holder. Her favorite place to vacation was her condo in Killington, Vermont surrounded by her family. There was nothing that made her happier than her five grandchildren. She loved to read and had books delivered almost daily. She would love for everyone to read her favorite: The Dash. Her family is comforted in knowing that she leaves a legacy and light in so many people that she touched. In true Joanne fashion, she passed away on her time and planned every last detail of her life. She would not want us to be sad, but instead to celebrate her beautiful life. She is no doubt looking down from Heaven with a bar of cayenne dark chocolate in one hand and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc in the other.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joanne Storer
Ellen J Rolph
July 31, 2024
My time spent with you as a patient still rings through today. Whenever I´m in uncharted territory, whether it´s a life´s decision or a time to step back in a particular situation, I often say...WWJS..."what would Joanne say". Your advice over our 15 years together was always healing and wise. I miss you so much, but our memories together still help me today and always.
Bruce
July 30, 2024
Sadly missed but never forgotten I remember the good times we had
Donna Tedesco
August 1, 2023
Joanne, I wish you were still here. I think of you often and talk to you all the time. I know we will meet again one day. Until then :-)
Heidi Eckles
July 31, 2023
One thing that always makes me laugh is when I would come to work and we would tell each other something that had happened-it could be anything, like, "I just saw Tom Brady close up, in person, after the Patriots crushed the Dolphins!" (that would be Joanne after a NE football game), or something far more serious, funny, scary, risqué, whatever. It would be something that happened to either of us, and we would point at each other and say, "You can´t make this stuff up!!!", and no matter how bad or out of the ordinary or outlandish it was, we laughed like two fools. Some of it was pretty bad, but that always made it a little better! I miss that zany humor, and we had lots of fun!
Donna Tedesco
August 1, 2022
I think about Joanne all the time. She was so easy to talk to. I go to call her and remember she isn't there, so I talk to her anyway, and after, i feel like she heard me because i know what she would've said to me and I feel better. I just miss her
Edward Culleny
March 24, 2021
So sorry to hear about the news I just found out she was such a great lady she helped me through a very bad about many bad times I will miss her again so sorry for your loss
Ellen Rolph
August 15, 2020
Where do I start...To Any & Eric, First, I am so very sorry you have both experienced this devastating loss. Although, from my own personal experience, as time moves on, it is hard, but we do adjust. Allow yourselves as much time as you need to grieve her passing, then go back out into the world and continue to make her proud. Talk to her as many times as you need to, she is still listening.
Your Mom had been the light at the end of mine and my families tunnel since 1998. She was one in a million, lovingly philanthropic and cared more for others than anyone I've ever known, including herself. As I'm sure you know this of her, but it is heartfelt when you hear it from others. I learned about you both through her and loved watching your families grow. Joanne was my personal confidant, a beautiful friend, and had the best spirit and heart, during my most difficult times. I love and will miss her deep into my soul. Sending out much love, hugs & prayers for all of Joanne's family, friends & all of those whose lives she touched.
Ellen
Noemi Simpson
August 14, 2020
Our deepest condolences. We just found out about Joannes passing. I cannot explain with words what Joanne meant to our family.
This news has left a gap in our hearts. What an amazing human being we have lost.
To her family we offer prayers and hope that God gives you peace.
To our friend, until we meet again. Thank you for being in our life.
Victor and Noemi Simpson
Isabella Palma
August 11, 2020
I am truly saddened with such a loss of such a kind soul. My condolences to her family, she will be missed.
Michele, Todd & Bryanna Ritchie
August 9, 2020
To the Noone family,
Our thoughts & prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful woman. We always looked forward to her smile in church and the conversations that we would have.
We know she will be deeply missed by Philip & Audrey.
The Ritchie family
Bruce and Rosemary Storer
August 9, 2020
Very sad to hear of Joanne’s passing. Our thoughts are with her family at this time.
Cheryl Tyler
August 8, 2020
She was one in a million. In my heart she will always be remembered as one of the most wonderful and caring persons I have ever had in my life.
John and Erika
August 8, 2020
We offer our heartfelt condolences to the Storer family on the loss of Joanne. Our prayers are with your family at these hard times.
Like others have said, there are so many l words to describe how wonderful and caring Joanne was and so little space to write them.
I too, met Joanne at one of the lowest points in my life, with my darkest of fears coming true. Joanne had a way of not only lifting me up but shining a bright light over my darkness. She was someone that you could openly talk about your inner most feelings and feel not only comfortable while doing it, leaving glad that you did and knowing she truly cared.
She saved my life in more ways than anyone would know and never left the side of me or my wife during these times. She gave of her self and made sure she was available if I ever needed her, and she always was there.
When she closed her office in NJ and I wonder where I would go, she assured me that she would leave me in good hands, she said I have the right person for you and that she did. Joanne understood me, better than I do.
Joanne you were loved and will be missed more than you know.
Thank you for the many years of talks and laughs.
Rest in Peace.
John and Erika
Donna Tedesco
August 7, 2020
There are not enough words to say how much Joanne meant to me, and how she helped me. I was a total wreck when I first came to Joanne and she guided me through the darkest time in my life and showed me how to over come what I thought I never could. She will be deeply missed. A bright angel even before God took her home. Shine brightly Joanne.
Andrew Moses
August 7, 2020
Joanne was always so kind to me and she appreciated my music. I was always happy to entertain her. I’ll miss seeing her at Frogtown. Sending prayers to the whole family.
Debbie Marshall boltz
August 7, 2020
Joanne chose the perfect career! She had the sweetest personality and the most beautiful smile. I wish there were more joannes in this world. She made it a better place for sure.
Jen
August 6, 2020
Joanne was a beautiful bright soul, who showed so much compassion and unconditional love. I feel so blessed to have had her guide me through some of the toughest times of my life. Blessed
May her love live on in the many lives she has touched.
Roy Ramos
August 6, 2020
Joanne was a lovely person and a wonderful friend who I was privileged to know and perform my music for many times over the years. She always greeted me with the warmest embrace and when she looked in my eyes and asked, “How’re you doing?”, she really meant it and expected a completely honest answer. Joanne would take her place at the corner of the Frogtown Chophouse bar nearest the stage or at the Theater-In-The-Round booth beside me. Along with her best buds, Jillie Shoesmith & SallyAnn Duffy, whatever staff was within earshot and anyone else who cared to join in, she would belt out every word of her favorite Jackson Browne or Bonnie Raitt songs - Running On Empty & Something To Talk About! Joanne never failed to ask after my wife, Maureen, and my family and had a way of making us feel like a special part of her family. She was never so happy than when her family joined Eric, Christine & Amy to fill the restaurant with love and good times. Joanne was especially in her glory among those grandchildren, who got their own requests of Wheels On The Bus, Sponge Bob Squarepants or the Theme to Toy Story. Ask anyone who knew Joanne and you’d surely hear many similar stories - she was befriended and loved throughout the Poconos and will be sorely missed every day by us all.
Thomas Lash
August 6, 2020
I only met Joanne once when she and Eric were ok me to dinner! I still remember the great conversation and her kindness to a perfect stranger. Rest well sweet lady!
Jack Hamblin
August 6, 2020
I was very much saddened to learn of Joanne's passing. Joanne, her Parents and Sisters were former neighbors and friends for many years. My condolences to Bev and Cynthia and their Families. I will remember Joanne fondly.
Heidi Eckles
August 6, 2020
Joanne was like no one else I’ve ever known. She was my all time favorite boss. She was the real deal- classy, authentic, happy, so kind hearted and genuine, humble about her own achievements, honest, thoughtful, a great listener and teacher, funny, nice, smart, engaging, focused, talented, confident, helpful, patient, energetic, a hard worker and a tireless advocate for helping those in need without passing judgement. She was respected and respectful, a wonderful mom and an unbelievable grandmother, incredibly proud of her whole family, generous and caring and professional and trustworthy and fair to all.
It was an honor to work for her, a pleasure to be in her company, and I will miss her dearly. What a great person! Joanne took up a space that can never be filled the way she filled it.
My sincere condolences to the whole family....she was such a special human being.
AL SICIGNANO
August 5, 2020
This box is not big enough to do justice to a giant of a soul! I will miss this woman until my last breath. There truly was no better person to have your back.
AL SICIGNANO
August 5, 2020
This little box is not big enough to pay tribute to a giant of a soul. Words can do no justice to how much I will miss this woman.
Cynthia Nortey
August 5, 2020
Joanne was truly a selfless person who supported everyone. She had a way of encouraging you to reach your best life with a joyful enthusiasm. I will always treasure our friendship and she will sorely be missed. Rest in perfect peace dear friend. May God's peace and comfort be with your family as prepare for your celebration of life.
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