Joni E. May

Two days ago, I learned that Joni had passed away. Joni was my counselor for a significant period of my life. I was in my 20's and navigating motherhood, marriage, and career. I will never forget my sessions with Joni. She gave me hope and confidence during a time of anxiety and depression. She was sent to me from above (no doubt) and I will never forget her laid back and relaxed demeanor -surely just what I needed in a therapist. She was so real and natural - born to be a counselor. I I will always LOVE this lady from the bottom of my heart! She was one of the most special and unique women I had ever known. Although I was a client in Joni's life, she made me feel like a friend. 23 years later, I still talk about Joni and appreciate her for the influence she had on me and my life. I only wish, I could've seen Joni and let her know personally what she meant to me. My husband and I moved to Virginia a little over 10 years ago. I have sent her a Christmas card most years, and I was getting ready to send her a christmas letter and update when her obituary came up on the screen. I wanted to reach out to her in August of 2016 when I was in Syracuse. I So wish I had. Her energy and smile, and love for life and family touched me and so many others. I will look forward to seeing her beautiful and contagious smile again. I am happy that she has been healed and restored.

Joni was a wonderful person! She was a source of strength when I needed it the most. Not only did she provide support and guidance for me, but eventually she become a support for our entire family. I was always comforted by her contagious smile and warm hug. I also truly admired her zest for living. She certainly loved her tennis game, biking and traveling. I will miss her.

Joni, I will miss you dearly. You are the best person I have gotten to know. I just love how you could lift people up out of a dark whole. You always could put a smile on my face. You will never be forgotten, love ya til we meet again, you are an Angel!!