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Joan Dombrowski Obituary

Joan R. Dombrowski

AGE: 67 • Voorhees

Joan R. (née Bell) Dombrowski of Voorhees, passed suddenly on May 21, 2017 at age 67. She was born in Camden, NJ to the late Michael F. Bell, Sr. and Joan (née Peterra) Bell. She is the beloved wife of Dr. H. Timothy Dombrowski, and they lived in Voorhees for 30 years. Joan was an exceptionally loving and caring woman. She graduated from Good Counsel College with a B.S. in Education in 1971 and from the University of Pennsylvania with a M. Ed. in 1972. She was a primary school teacher in the Cherry Hill School District from 1973-1981 and was always devoted to her young students. She loved to sew, paint, cook and bake and was frequently asked to contribute one of her culinary specialties at family celebrations and holiday gatherings.

Loving mother of Diana Prevett (Jeffrey) of Annapolis, Maryland and Daniel Dombrowski of Voorhees. Dear daughter of Joan Bell and the late Michael F. Bell, Sr. Sister of Michael F. Bell, Jr. of Voorhees, and the late Janice Bell. Devoted grandmother of Alexander Prevett, Christian Prevett, and Brody Henry. Predeceased by her dear aunt, and friend, Rosera DiPiero. Also loved by many nephews, nieces, and cousins.

Joan and Tim have been active members of St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church for 40 years where Joan taught religious education and frequently cooked and baked for special occasions.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend her viewing on Friday from 9:30 to 10:45 AM at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, 27 Kresson -Gibbsboro Road, Gibbsboro, NJ 08026. Mass of the Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 AM. Interment at Calvary Cemetery, Cherry Hill, NJ .

The family requests donations in Joan's memory be made to Juvenile Diabetes Research, 1415 NJ Route 70, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034.

Friends may post condolences at www.giosafuneral home.com

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Published by Courier Post on May 24, 2017.

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Althea Fusco

February 5, 2018

Joan graduated with me from Good Counsel Academy in White Plains. We were so looking forward to seeing Joan at our 50th reunion in September 2018. Joan will be remembered at our class liturgy. Our class is saddened by your loss. I remember, well, her graduation picture posted on this website.

Leddy Naudain

June 1, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Joan was a wonderful woman. She was always so helpful when your children where at Naudain Montessori. We will never forget her and all that you did for the school. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Fondly
Leddy and Dick Naudain

Tiffany Kupstas

May 28, 2017

Sending our deepest sympathy as well as our thoughts and prayers. The Kupstas family

May 26, 2017

Dear Dr.Dombrowski and family
I'm very sorry for the loss of someone so dear to you. I am praying that God will bring you peace, comfort and understanding at a time like this. I know that there is nothing special I can say or do except to pray for the family, and ask God to hold you all in the palm of His hands.
Heartfelt sympathy, Mae Billingsley

Phil & Dianne Bond

May 26, 2017

Dianne and I are so sorry to learn that your wife Joan has passed. Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and your family.

May 25, 2017

Tim, Diana and Dan,
Brooke and I send our deepest sympathies to you. May you find peace as you travel this long road.
Kathy Hosmer
Brooke Williams (Hosmer)

Joyce Farrenkopf

May 25, 2017

Dr Domrowski & Family,

So sorry for your loss. I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Silvana and Larry Bafundo

May 25, 2017

To Dr dombrowski and family,
I first met joan when our girls were in elementary school. Joan was always ready with a beautiful smile. I enjoyed talking with her, whenever we would meet.
Joan had a great love for her family.
Larry and I will keep you all in our prayers

May 25, 2017

Dr. Dombrowski - My condolences to you and your family during the loss of your wife. May GOD give you and your family strength and peace that passes all understanding during this most difficult time. You and your family are in my prayers.

Felicia Nesmith-Cunningham

Debbie Deissroth

May 24, 2017

My deepest sympathies, Dr. Dombrowski, to you and your family. Joan was absolutely beautiful, and I'm sure she will be greatly missed. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers...

Joan M. Walker

May 24, 2017

My synpathy goes out to you
Please be assured tht you and your lovedones are in my prayers for our good Lord to grant all of you peace and comfort at this time.

In Christian Love,
Joan M. Walker
Former Facilitator for ACS

May 24, 2017

Dearest Danny and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I know Danny, that you loved your Mom. Paul was alway saying your Mom was very nice and enjoyed having dinner there. She was a very loving and thoughtful person. You are in our prayers and may peace find you and your family in the days to come.

Pino family

Kelly Walenda

May 24, 2017

Dr. Dombrowski - I only had a few brief encounters with Joan, but instantly one can tell how sweet and special she was - inside and out. May God grant you peace and strength during this trying time. You and your family are in my prayers.

Cheryl Davies

May 24, 2017

Dr. Dombrowski and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss, there are no words to make it better. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

Cheryl Davies

May 24, 2017

Dr. Dombrowski & Family,

So sorry for the loss of your wife. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Nancy Manchello

Mary Jane Geiger

May 24, 2017

Joan was such a sweet person and always a joy to be with. We will miss her. Love,
Mary Jane and Bill Geiger

Diana Prevett

May 24, 2017

Diana Prevett

May 24, 2017

Diana Prevett

May 24, 2017

Diana Prevett

May 24, 2017

Sharon and Chip eisenberg

May 23, 2017

So very sorry for your loss. Joan was always a great neighbor and always wonderful to my children.

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