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Joan SPECHT Obituary
An amazing singer since the age of 8, Joan was the lead vocal in two bands, Original Country, and Sundance. Every Friday night she could be found at The American Legion Post 25 for karaoke.
Joan was preceded in death by her husband, KT Specht; her grandson, Mason Johnson; her niece, Ginni Michek; and her siblings, Ruth, Eugene, and Wayne.
Survivors include her parents, Henry and Estelle Huey; her children, Angela Smith and Jennifer Johnson; and her grandchildren, Robert, Christian, Meloni, Nicholas, and Austin. She also leaves behind a host of family and friends who will miss her greatly.
The family will be receiving friends from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 2, 2010, at Altmeyer-Riverside Funeral Home in Newport News, followed by services at 1 p.m. Burial will begin at 2 p.m. at Greenlawn Cemetery. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan SPECHT
Cynthia A Pesante
April 13, 2021
Sorry I was so late. I was looking up old friends to let them know of my moms passing and was shocked to hear of my parents dear friend Joan. My prays are with yall.
C8ndy
Michelle Born-Fulghum
August 9, 2010
Thank you so much for all of the wonderful memories I gathered with you and Jennifer in my teen years. Jennifer came into my life when I was desperately trying to hide from everyone and opened my life up to an amazing world of music, family and strange-but-fun family gatherings. I am so grateful to you and your family for welcoming me into your lives and helping me break out of my shell. You are one of the most dynamic and vibrant people I have ever met. I love you like the kooky, fun-loving aunt I never had. You will be missed.
Erica Hudak
August 4, 2010
U were such an amazing person and friend! It doesn't seem real that u have gone. U always knew when something was wrong and U were always there when I needed a friend. Thank u 4 always being there 4 me! I am gonna miss u just like already do! Love u Joan!
Duckykay
August 2, 2010
Love you AJ and will miss you tons. My prayers are with your family. YaYa always and forever!
Years....of wishing you were here
Karen West
August 2, 2010
Gail PTLily
August 1, 2010
"Aunt Joan" joined our YaYa board in support of her dear niece Ginni, but she was a true YaYa in her own right. We loved (and still love) Ginni and AJ. We will miss AJ, but are comforted to know that she is now with Ginni and Mason. Don't worry, AJ and Trace, we'll keep holding on tight whenever Karen needs us! Love you Joan, my Sisterfriend.
Robyn Texaswango
July 31, 2010
This world has lost a truly great soul. AJ, I cannot imagine how much your family will miss you. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. Another YaYa in heaven to look down upon the rest of us Love you AJ
July 31, 2010
You are my Sister,
in mind, heart and soul
I love you so much,
I pray that you know.
We weren’t always together,
life sometimes kept us apart.
But no matter the distance,
you were in my heart.
We were blessed with good times
that I'll never forget
That they weren’t more frequent
is my only regret.
In my time of sadness
as I watched you move on
I was comforted in remembering
what I knew all along.
God gave me a blessing,
something special that’s mine,
The gift of a Sister
to cherish for all time.
Rest in peace my dear Sister.
I love you…
Eddye Sue
Stephanie Lovelace
July 31, 2010
I love you Aunt Joan! I will always treasure our "coke"(even though it was pepsi) moment....that always puts a smile on my face when I think of you!
Jojo Knowles
July 31, 2010
The Rose Still Blooms
A rose once grew where all could see
Sheltered beside a wall,
And as the days passed swiftly by
Its branches spread, straight and tall.
One day, a beam of light shone through
A crevice had opened wide-
The rose bent gently towards its warmth
Then passed to the other side..
Now you who deeply feel its loss
Be comforted...the rose still blooms there-
Its beauty even greater now
Nurtured by God's own loving care.
July 31, 2010
My prayers are with you and your family. (ayesha wright)
Stormy Stark
July 30, 2010
I love you AJ. Forever and always. and I was blessed and lucky to have you in my life.
Gail Burrows
July 30, 2010
Aunt Joan, u will always be in my heart dear yaya friend... I will look for r shining star at night over my house and see u smiling and twinkling at me and I will wave back at u and blow u some of my special butterfly kises ...
U are in God's special place with r Angels now.
Joey and Wendy and family Reid
July 30, 2010
Joan alot of people say you will be missed its that u are all ready missed by so many people you all ways put a smile on every bodys face we all love you and we will meet again in haven just save all of us a place we love you
brenda lamb
July 30, 2010
i miss u so much ur were the best friend a person could have u will live in my heart and memories for ever i love u joan
Patricia Myers
July 30, 2010
You were an amazing lady and a wonderful friend. I was blessed to know you, and if not but for a short time, to call you family. Till we meet again in Heaven. R.I.P. my dear friend.
Jennifer Johnson
July 30, 2010
Mom,
Seems like there are always things people want to say after someone has gone but I am so lucky to have been more than your daughter, but a great friend, and I know in my heart I have told you everything I possibly could. When I was in school teachers told you how I wrote about you being my hero and you cried, when I won awards in college you were there by my side and you cried. I am so happy I do not regret one minute with you, even the teenage fights where I swore I'd never talk to you again helped me grow and 5 minutes later I was crying in your arms because I loved you that much. I could not have scripted a better mother in my life than the one God gave me. I am so glad you lived with me for the past 5 years and I got to spend every day with you. I love you more than I thought a heart could hold and I am proud of who I am today because of you.
Traci Fannin-Poole
July 30, 2010
You left an amazing footprint on our lives, Joan....You were a mom to those of us who lost theirs, a friend when there was no one, a matchmaker when faith was lost, a breath of sunshine in the middle of a storm...but most of all, you taught us no matter how life was, we had to take time out to smile....
We love you Joan.....if it wasnt for you, I wouldnt have met Jeff oon my birthday, and I wouldnt have had 2 beautiful children....I love you so much....
Please say hi to my dad and mom....Please watch over us, guide us, and never leave our hearts....xo.
July 30, 2010
God Bless her family .
Jamie Graves
billy galbraith
July 30, 2010
gone but never forgotten
Kori Wilson
July 30, 2010
ill miss you joan!! you were like another mom/gma to me. one who pulled my ponytail all the time and laughed at the silly things in life.. =[ i wish i would have been able to see you one last time and give you a hug and let you pull my ponytail one last time.. its hard to believe that ur gone.. i love youuu and ill miss you.
kathi blount
July 30, 2010
To fill the hearts of those left behind with the warmth that they're missing since you went back home
kathi Blount
July 30, 2010
I know you were loved...and I know you are missed....and I know that God has another Angel in Heaven now
Judy Bolton
July 30, 2010
Angie and Jennifer, my sincerest condolences to you and your children for the loss of such a wonderful person. Its not good bye though, its just till me meet again, of which I am sure will happen. When we hear that sweet angelic music, it will be our dear Joan who is accompanying them. I love you Joan , rest in peace my very dear, dear friend
Angela Smith
July 30, 2010
Mom I miss you so much. I know you are looking down on us right now. I love you now, forever and always.
Silvia Vanessa Lamb
July 30, 2010
Karen, I wish to give you my sympathies. May God take up Joan's soul where she will have no illnesses or pain.
Joyce Matthews
July 30, 2010
Joan was a good neighbor and a good friend. We had some good times together, so I have great memories of her. She could write and sing songs like no other woman I know. I loved to hear her sing. You, as her family, can be proud to have had her in your life. Take comfort in the fact that she is not suffering anymore and that one day we will be with her in Heaven. May God bless and comfort each member of her family. Love you all.
Jo Ann Johnson
July 30, 2010
You may be gone from this life, but you will never be forgotten To all the family I am so sorry for your loss. Joan was a great girl. She'll be missed by a lot for that beautiful voice and her laugh. I am glad to have had the opportunity to sing, laugh and cry with her. Bless you all, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.
David Matthews
July 30, 2010
You've been in my life for as long as I can remember. You've been a friend and second mom to me. I will never forget your warmth, caring, and beautiful voice. I will love you always and forever.
Tawnia Clemens
July 30, 2010
You were an awesome, wonderful, beautiful woman!! Everyone that met you loved you! You sang like an angel with your great voice!! Now you are in heaven with your husband K.T., grandson Mason and niece Ginni and your friend Diane. It's not good-bye my dear friend, it's til we meet again in heaven!! You will always be missed & remembered! I love you Joan & I will miss you very much!! Thanks for the great memories that we share!!
Carol McDonald
July 30, 2010
Dear Karen & Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I know how much you loved your Aunt Joan. You are in my thoughts. Hugs!
Lynn VandiviereSvolos
July 30, 2010
Our condolences to the whole family. Lynn and Nikki (JWA & Whittlewoman)
Karen West
July 30, 2010
I love you so much AJ.
Fred Whitesell
July 30, 2010
I will always remember your amazing voice. God must have needed that special talent in his choir. May you rest in peace.
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