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Joan Searfoorce Obituary
JOAN A. (nee Lavery) on Nov. 19, 2008, at the age of 77. Beloved wife of William J. Devoted mother of Mary Ellen (Alex) Shewchuk, Paul W. (Mary Jane), Mark T. (Laura), Anne R. (Robert) Richards, Joan M., Patricia A. (Jack) Gramlich, William J. Jr. (Kimberly) and Amy K. Also survived by 14 loving grandchildren, one brother, Gerard Lavery and 3 sisters, Dorothy Kazmierczak, Loretta Montgomery and Rita Lederer. Relatives and friends are invited to her Viewing, Sun. eve 7 to 9 P.M. at BURNS FUNERAL HOME, 9708 Frankford Ave. (So. of Grant Ave.) and Mon. at St. John Bosco Church, 235 E. County Line Rd., Hatboro, PA from 9:45 to 10:45 A.M. followed by her Funeral Mass 11 A.M. Int. private. Family prefers donations to Holy Redeemer Hospice, 12265 Townsend Rd., Phila., PA 19154 in her memory.
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Memories and Condolences
for Joan Searfoorce
Tara Martin
December 2, 2008
Dear Amy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
My deepest sympathy-
Mom & Dad Celebrate 50 Years of Love & Devotion
November 28, 2008
Mom never called it work
November 28, 2008
Mom, Aunt Loretta Montgomery & MJ
November 28, 2008
In the Kitchen in St. Lucie
November 28, 2008
Mom & Aunt Rita Lederer
November 28, 2008
Brunch Crowd at the O-Club PAFB
November 28, 2008
Mom & Dad St Lucie Visit
November 28, 2008
Christmas 12-24-2007
November 27, 2008
Port St. Lucie Visit 3-6-2007
November 27, 2008
Julie Tremblay
November 25, 2008
My love goes out to my whole family, for the loss of our amazing grandmother, mother, wife and sister. Grandma was a sweetheart and I miss her very much. She is a new angel in heaven, who now watches over our family. We all love you Grandma!
Kathy Tarbes
November 25, 2008
Paul, I am so very sorry for your loss. I'm sure nothing anyone says can ease your pain. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Paul Laska
November 24, 2008
Mr. Searfoorce & family:
Sorry for your loss. Our thought and prayers go out to you and your family during this tough time.
Anna & Paul Laska
John Hendrick
November 24, 2008
Amy and family:
Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. May cherished memories and support from family and friends help you through this difficult time. God bless.
Philip Laska
November 24, 2008
Mr. Searfoorce:
I am sorry to hear about Mrs. Searfoorce's passing. I have many fond memories of her.
Diane Temple
November 23, 2008
Joan and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
The Temples
Laurie Averill
November 23, 2008
Amy,
My thoughts and support are with you. Your mother's legacy of love is expressed through all of your endeavors. God Bless!
Erv, Laura, Clara and Maria Beckert
November 22, 2008
Dear Mr. Searfoorce,
Laura, Clara, Maria and I were so sorry to hear about the Mrs. Searfoorce's passing. I will always remember, as a young man, the wonderful meals provided by Mrs. Searfoorce in my many "surprise" visits to the Searfoorce household. We will miss her. God bless you all!
Erv and the Family
Anne and Ken Boyd
November 22, 2008
We know "mom" lived a life well-lived because of the wonderful family she raised! The memories will live forever.
Love,
Anne and Ken Boyd
Michael, Sandy, Caitlin & Melissa Petty
November 21, 2008
To Trish, Jack, Pam, Chris and the entire Searfoorce family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May you find comfort in the love and memories you share.
Megan Snyder Galo
November 21, 2008
Patty,
So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I have many fond memories of her. Her laugh was infectious, and she was a wonderful Mom to all of you. She was full of life, and lived for her kids.
Joe Racette and Linda Pierce
November 21, 2008
Our condolences to Mark and the entire Searfoorce family for your loss.
rob perry
November 21, 2008
Amy,
I feel for you in this time of loss.
Robert Sutton
November 21, 2008
Joan is lucky to have her daughter, Amy, and other family members to keep her memories, wonderful qualities and spirit alive. My thoughts go out to all of them.
Jeanne Yohn
November 21, 2008
Heartfelt condolences from Amy's co-workers at GSK. Amy is very dear to us and we send your entire family strength and grace as you treasure precious memories.
David Anthony
November 21, 2008
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Jill Thomas
November 21, 2008
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Jeannie MacKay
November 21, 2008
Our hearts go out to the Searfoorce family. What a wonderful mother she was. For MJ and Paul, our love and sadness is with you.
Jeannie MacKay
November 21, 2008
Our hearts go out to the Searfoorce family. What a wonderful mother she was. For MJ and Paul, our love and sadness is with you.
Faye & Rob Buren
November 21, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
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