Joan Irene Callaghan

Joan Irene Callaghan

Joan Callaghan Obituary

Published by McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Kirkwood Highway on Sep. 6, 2018.
Joan passed away on Tuesday, September 4, 2018. Joan was a resident of Delaware at the time of passing. Born in Chestertown, MD and raised in New Castle, DE, Joan is a graduate of St. Peter's Catholic school. A viewing will be held at McCrery & Harra Funeral Home, 3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington on Friday, September 7th from 6:00- 8:00 pm (overflow parking available in the rear parking lot of the Brandywine YMCA, 3 Mt. Lebanon Rd.). A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 8th at 10:00 am at St. Helena's Church, 602 Philadelphia Pike, Wilmington, DE followed by interment at the Oblate Sisters' Cemetery in Childs, MD. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Oblate Sisters, 399 Childs Road, Childs, MD 21916.

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September 10, 2018

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Anne Gunn

September 10, 2018

Joan was a warm and caring woman who was always willing to go the extra mile for a person in need. I met Joan through FISH. Her dedication to that organization inspired my volunteer work.

Joan has earned her eternal rest, She left us with lots of memories and laughter. She will live forever through those whose lives she touched.

September 9, 2018

We have happy memories of your mother (grandmother). She had a beautiful smile. And many words of wisdom. There is so little we can say at a time of loss like this; but, know that our hearts go out to you.

Love, Joe, Lynn, Alyssa and Tina

Mike Keefe

September 8, 2018

Very sorry to hear; we interacted for many years with her - as a teacher of our children and as a (volunteer!) colleague. Always cheerful, always thinking of the students - challenging them but, even more so, caring for them. She will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences.
Mike and Liz Keefe

Craig Tisdel & Family

September 7, 2018

Deepest sympathy to the Callaghan family. All the thoughts and prayers of our family are with you as we offer our sincere condolences, and we join you in honoring the life of Mrs. Callaghan.

It is our hope that a lifetime of wonderful memories will bring peace and comfort in your time of sorrow.

Allan Parlier

September 7, 2018

Mrs. Callaghan or Ms. Joan as I called her, was one of the most spiritual, caring, kind, and just fun to be around persons I ever meeting. I will miss her.

September 6, 2018

My heart is heavy hearing about Joan's passing. I loved that Joan kept her family close with the love she had for them. Coming from a close-knit family that lives many miles away, I had such respect for Joan and her family gathering at St. Helena's Second Sunday breakfast each month. Joan always had a smile on her face and a skip in her step and I'm sure that hasn't changed in heaven! Rest in peace, my friend. xo

Tini Graff

September 6, 2018

Mrs. Callaghan was one of the most influential teachers I had over the course of my school years. She helped shape who I am today and I truly believe my career choice of accountant had much to do with her. I have the utmost respect for her as a teacher and a person. She will be truly missed. Prayers to all of her family during this rough time.

Freddy Episcopo

September 6, 2018

Peggy and Joe,
So sorry to read of Joan's passing. I still remember when she "directed" us in our one act plays for St. Peter's over 50 years ago. What a great person. I was happy to know her. My thoughts and prayers to the family. Freddy Episcopo Rehoboth beach.

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