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Joan Golish Obituary

Joan Davidson Golish, 86, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 25,2023 at the Country Homestead in Ottsville. Joan was born in Wilmington, DE, and graduated from Saint Elizabeth School. She resided and raised a family in West Chester, PA where she worked for West Chester Insulation. Joan was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, George R. Golish, and daughter, Gwen Kochanski. She is survived by her children: Geri (Glenn) High, Geoff Golish, Greg Golish, Jacqueline (Frank) Gallagher, Gail (Brian) Dickman, 12 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her Funeral Mass at 10:30 am on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 at St. Agnes Church, 233 W. Gay St., West Chester PA where the family will greet guests starting at 10 am. Interment will be at St. Agnes Cemetery, West Chester, PA. Memorial contributions can be made in Joan's name to the Alzheimer's Association at:www.alz.org/donate or call (800) 272-3900. Condolences may be offered by visiting:www.foundsferyo.com.

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Published by The Daily Local from Mar. 29 to Mar. 30, 2023.

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Denise Schneider

April 3, 2023

Such a beautiful lady all the way around. That smile! Miss her and that contagious laugh. She is a beautiful Angel now with her husband and daughter. She will forever be missed!

Belinda Williams

April 2, 2023

So sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. You have my deepest sympathy and condolences. Although, I didn´t have the pleasure of meeting your mother, I am sure she was a wonderful person. May her soul rest in eternal peace Former classmate- Belinda (Hill) Williams

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Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

St. Agnes

233 West Gay St., West Chester, PA 19380

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5

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10:30 a.m.

St. Agnes

233 West Gay St., West Chester, PA 19380

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