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Joan Loring

1945 - 2025

Joan Loring Obituary

Joan E. Loring passed away peacefully at her home in Hamburg, New York, on October 30, 2025, at the age of 80. She is survived by her sister Sue Gurley, brother-in-law Peter Gurley, nieces Tessa McKinley and Megan Eckroth and their children. Joan's life was defined by a commitment to public service and community. She served as Assistant Erie County Attorney and later as Commissioner of the Erie County Department of Environment and Planning. She actively volunteered to aid those in need in her community.
Published by Buffalo News on Nov. 14, 2025.

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DM

November 15, 2025

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Maryann Pergola Main

November 14, 2025

Dear Sue and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Joan was a good friend of mine through high school and for many years after. We kept in touch and shared our news about family and friends. We enjoyed talking about our families in Massachusetts. She was always available for any legal advice. I will miss getting together for lunch and chatting about the past. She was a very special friend.

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